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Formvar/Carbon on 2mmx1mm Nickel Slot (Pack of 25)

Formvar/Carbon on 2mmx1mm Nickel Slot (Pack of 25)

Product Details:

  • Structural Formula (CH2CHOCH2)n (Formvar); Ni (Nickel)
  • Storage Store in a dust-free, dry environment at room temperature
  • Purity 99.0% (Nickel Grid); Laboratory purity for films
  • Other Names Formvar/Carbon TEM Slot Grid
  • Density 8.90 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • Melting Point Formvar layer ~135C; Nickel ~1455C
  • Molecular Weight Formvar: variable (polymer); Nickel: 58.69 g/mol
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Formvar/Carbon on 2mmx1mm Nickel Slot (Pack of 25) Product Specifications

  • 231-111-4 (Nickel)
  • Slot grid (2mm x 1mm slot)
  • Yes
  • Electron Microscopy Grid
  • Insoluble in water; formvar is soluble in solvents like chloroform or ethylene dichloride before coating.
  • Microscopy Consumable
  • Odorless
  • Grid with coated thin film
  • Polyvinyl formal (Formvar)/Carbon on Nickel Slot Grid
  • 90279090
  • (C3H4O)n (Formvar); C (Carbon); Ni (Nickel)
  • Formvar/Carbon film coated on Nickel slot grid
  • Nickel: 2913C
  • Not applicable for solid film/grid
  • Neutral (film and grid are non-reactive under normal conditions)
  • Formvar/Carbon TEM Slot Grid
  • 8.90 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • 9002-89-5 (Formvar); 7440-02-0 (Nickel)
  • Formvar layer ~135C; Nickel ~1455C
  • Formvar: variable (polymer); Nickel: 58.69 g/mol
  • Analytical/Research Grade
  • TEM grid support film, electron microscopy sample preparation
  • (CH2CHOCH2)n (Formvar); Ni (Nickel)
  • Store in a dust-free, dry environment at room temperature
  • Suitable for supporting ultrathin sections or particulate samples in Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
  • Meets EM grade laboratory standards
  • 99.0% (Nickel Grid); Laboratory purity for films

Formvar/Carbon on 2mmx1mm Nickel Slot (Pack of 25) Trade Information

  • Asia, Australia, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, Africa, South America, Central America, North America
  • All India

Product Description

These thin cast films of Formvar have been strengthened with the addition of a layer of evaporated carbon on nickel grids. The composite films have extra resilience and strength compared with carbon films. They are recommended for use where the grid has to undergo several processing steps during specimen preparation.

Supplied as 25 or 50 grids in a grid box.

Formvar carbon support films can be applied to other grid sizes, material or type. Further details available on request.



Superior Support for TEM Sample Preparation

These nickel slot grids with Formvar/Carbon coating offer optimal structural integrity and compatibility with analytical and research-grade electron microscopy. Their ultra-thin support layer provides high image clarity for the examination of biological and material science specimens. The slot design facilitates easier mounting of delicate ultrathin sections and promotes well-resolved imaging across a smooth, continuous film.


Stable Handling and Long-Term Reliability

Each grid meets EM laboratory standards and is supplied in a pack of 25 for cost-effective, frequent use. Easy to handle with anti-static tweezers, these grids maintain film integrity, resist water solubility, and retain stability for several years under proper storage. Nickels high purity and Formvar/Carbon film ensure chemical non-reactivity within typical electron microscopy environments.


Environmental Safety and Responsible Disposal

While the grids are non-biodegradable, responsible handling and disposal are vital, especially if contaminated. Nickel waste should be treated as hazardous in compliance with UK and international regulations, ensuring laboratory safety and proper environmental stewardship. Always use gloves to prevent nickel sensitization and store the grids in dry, dust-free conditions.

FAQs of Formvar/Carbon on 2mmx1mm Nickel Slot (Pack of 25):


Q: How should Formvar/Carbon-coated nickel slot grids be handled during sample preparation?

A: Always use clean, anti-static tweezers to handle these grids, preventing damage to the ultra-thin Formvar/Carbon film and avoiding contamination. It is recommended to wear gloves since nickel can act as a sensitizer.

Q: What are the primary benefits of using a slot-type grid with Formvar/Carbon for TEM applications?

A: Slot grids enable convenient mounting of ultrathin sections or particulate specimens, while the Formvar/Carbon coating provides a continuous, smooth, and conductive surface that enhances imaging resolution and sample support.

Q: Where should these grids be stored to ensure shelf life and performance stability?

A: Store the grids in a dry, dust-free environment at room temperature to protect the films surface and maintain grid quality for several years. Proper storage limits exposure to moisture and airborne contaminants.

Q: What makes these grids suitable for both conventional and cryo-TEM techniques?

A: The ultra-thin and smooth Formvar/Carbon layer supports samples effectively under high or low temperature conditions, enabling analytical flexibility for conventional and cryo-electron microscopy workflows.

Q: How is environmental safety managed when disposing of nickel slot grids?

A: If grids become contaminated during usage, they must be disposed of as hazardous waste according to laboratory protocols and environmental regulations for nickel-containing materials, especially in the United Kingdom.

Q: When should the grids be replaced or replenished in the laboratory?

A: Replace grids if the support film shows any rupture, contamination, or deterioration. With proper handling and storage, they remain stable and usable for several years, minimizing waste and replacement frequency.

Q: What process is involved in applying Formvar/Carbon support film to nickel slot grids?

A: The film is created by dissolving formvar polymer in solvent, casting onto a substrate, and applying a carbon coat before transferring to the nickel slot grid, ensuring a smooth, ultra-thin, and continuous layer for sample support.

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