Applied Chemical and Morphological Analysis Laboratory Newsblog

Category: Status

All equipment status updates.

ESEM Down

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September 13, 2023

I’m pleased to report that the ESEM repairs will be completed today and the instrument is available as soon as tomorrow morning.

September 8, 2023

Unfortunately, the power supply did not fix this issue. I’ve done as much remote troubleshooting as possible. We will have a service technician on campus next week to look into the issue.

If anyone has any urgent samples, please contact me and we can make other arrangements.

September 7, 2023

Just a quick update. It looks like the filament is not the issue. I have been working with SEMTech to diagnose the problem. They are overnighting me a power supply. We are going to replace it tomorrow. I will have an update at that point.

I know many of you are eager to get back on the instrument. I thank you for your patience.

September 6, 2023

The ESEM is down due to an issue with the filament. We are working on this and hope to have the issue resolved by tomorrow.

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ACMAL Update: Liz and Erico Out of the Office Next Week

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Dear ACMAL Users,

I hope this email finds you well. I wanted to inform you that I will be out of town from July 20th – July 31st. Erico will also be out of the office for the Microscopy Conference (July 24-28th). 

During this period, if you encounter any issues or have any questions, please reach out to the following contacts:

  • For X-ray Facility questions, please contact
  • For Electron Optics Facility questions or sample preparation, please contact
  • For Scanning Probe Microscopy (AFM) & Surface Analysis (XPS) Facilities questions, please reach out to
  • For Confocal Imaging Facility questions, please contact
  • In case of an emergency, call public safety by dialing 911.

These individuals, as experts in their respective areas, will be able to assist you promptly. However, please note that for general inquiries or matters not specific to a particular area, it is best to contact me upon my return.

I have complete confidence in the ACMAL team’s abilities to handle any issues that may arise during my absence. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. I will be sure to get back to you promptly upon my return on July 31st.

Wishing you all continued success with your research.

Best regards,

Liz

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FESEM Down

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July 14, 2023, 11:14 a.m.

Unfortunately the service engineer couldn’t complete the repairs this week and will be returning next week.

July 12, 2023, 2:35 p.m.

Hitachi will be on site tomorrow to repair the issue. We hope to have the FESEM back online soon.

July 12, 2023, 10:50 a.m.

The FESEM has a vacuum issue and won’t be available for use until we can repair this. I have calls out to our service engineers and hope to know more soon.

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