Cyclotron X-Ray Experimental Furnace Heaters

Ph.D. Collaborative Research Project

Design holders and processes for various X-ray experiments with similar environmental quality to a glove box.

PPDF X-Ray Scattering Heater & Holder

Custom fabricated heater and sample holder for PDF (Pair Distribution Function) X-Ray Scattering Experiments.

3D Printed Ceramic Base

Kanthal Wire Pasted in Place for Supplying Power

Holes for Thermocouple and Mounting Ceramic to Structure
PPDF X-Ray Scattering Heater & Holder

EXAFS & XANES X-Ray Scattering Heaters & Holders

PBN (Pyrolytic Boron Nitride) plate holder with wound Kanthal wire heater to hold thin (0.01mm) liquid salt samples at elevated temperatures (600 to 800°C).

Custom PBN Plates for Holding Samples

Specialized Sample Preparation Process to Guarantee Sample Fills PBN Indent

Dual-Side Heater Assembly Sandwiching PBN Sample Holder for Even Heating

Holes for Thermocouple and Mounting Ceramic to Structure
EXAFS & XANES X-Ray Scattering Heaters & Holders