Abstract
A compact gate valve for UHV is described. The valve was designed to allow isolation of the ion source volume of an ion gun used in a surface analysis system. Therefore, filaments can be replaced without ultra-high vacuum loss in the analysis chamber. Other applications for this valve are suggested. The valve has been built inside a DN40CF flange. Operation of the valve is done by a linear actuator. Differential pumping is possible with the use of a Tee in the actuator connection. The construction details are described and the testing results are presented.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 87-90 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Vacuum |
Volume | 64 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 28 Nov 2001 |