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Pin stub storage boxes

EM-Tec pin stub storage boxes

High capacity, high density, economical pin stub storage boxes

Introduction

a few examples

EM-Tec SB176 large capacity wooden box for 176 standard 12.7mm pin stubs

#AU-13-090176 EM-Tec SB176 large high capacity wooden box for 176 standard 12.7mm pin stubs

   

EM-Tec SB28 medium size clear styrene box for 28 standard 12.7mm pin stubs

#AU-13-090028 EM-Tec SB28 medium size clear styrene box for 28 standard 12.7mm pin stubs

The EM-Tec pin stub storage boxes and storage stubes are designed for storing samples on either the standard pin stub or the shorter Zeiss pin stubs. They can be used for sample handling, long term storage, archiving and even for storing pin based sample holders. The boxes all comprise a custom high density closed cell foam sheet with holes for the pin stubs. The high density closed cell foam material doesn't crumble and is elastic enough to allow removing and replacing pin stubs at the same position. The large capacity storage boxes are a more economical and present a 40-50% cost reduction when storing large numbers of pin stubs. There is a choice seven small, medium and large capacity EM-Tec pin stub storage boxes and the single pin stub storage or shipping tube:

 

  • EM-Tec SB1 single pin stub storage tube is ideal for storing or transporting a single pin stub. Protects the SEM specimen on the pin stub from cross contamination. Capacity is a single pin stub with 12.7 or 19mm diameter. Designed for 3.2mm pins with various lengths (6, 8, 9.5 and 14mm) The pin stub is held firmly in the brown LDPE cap (base) of the clear polystyrene tub. Maximum specimen height 25-20mm.
  • EM-Tec SB77 high capacity wooden box with 77 storage positions for standard Ø12.7mm pin stubs. Pin stubs up to 100mm can be stored in the SB77 box. Made from beech and birch wood with a solid clear coating on the inside and outside. Includes two brass plated hinges and a single clasp. Outside dimensions are 189 x 138 x 46mm; 25.5mm inside clearance which leaves a maximum sample height of 22mm on the pin stubs. Light sensitive specimens are protected when the box remains closed. Larger size archiving box or for protecting valuable sample or calibration standards.
  • EM-Tec SB176 high capacity wooden box with 176 storage positions for standard 12.7mm pin stubs. Pin stubs up to 100mm can be stored in the SB176 box. Made from beech and birch wood with a solid clear coating on the outside and inside. Includes two brass plated hinges and two clasps. Outside dimensions are 276 x 189 x 46mm; 25.5mm inside clearance which leaves a maximum sample height of 22mm on the pin stubs. Light sensitive specimens are protected when the box remains closed. The is the ideal long term large storage box or to protect valuable samples.
  • EM-Tec SB4 clear styrene box for storing up to four standard Ø12.7mm (1/2”) pin stubs. LDPE insert holds the pin. Insert comprises a central post to prevent sample touching the lid. Outside dimensions are  75x40x22mm, with a maximum sample height of 6mm on the pin stubs
  • EM-Tec SB8 clear/blue styrene box with 8 storage positions for standard Ø12.7mm pin stubs. Made from polystyrene with clear lid and blue base with LDPE insert with posts. Outside dimensions are 116 x 55 x 32mm, 13mm clearance which leaves a maximum sample height of 10mm on the pin stubs.
  • EM-Tec SC12 clear combi styrene box with 12 storage positions for standard Ø12.7mm stubs. The stubs are held in the holes of the LDPE insert. Post in the middle of the insert keeps the samples clear of the lid. Suitable for both the 5 and 10mm height and angled cylinder stubs. Outside dimensions are 100x69x29mm. Maximum sample height is up to 10mm, depending on pin stub height. Alternatively, the EM-Tec SC12 storage box can also be used for the Ø9.5mm and Ø12.2mm JEOL cylinder stubs.
  • EM-Tec SB28 medium capacity clear styrene box with 28 storage positions for standard Ø12.7mm pin stubs. Pin stubs up to 50mm can be stored in this box.  Made from clear polystyrene with two hinges and lock. Outside dimensions are 120 x 84 x 36mm; 17mm inside clearance, which permits a maximum sample height of 13.5mm. Full visibility of samples in this clear styrene box. Low cost pin stub storage box; ideal for short term storage and handling.
  • EM-Tec SB153 high capacity clear styrene box with 153 storage positions for standard Ø12.7mm pin stubs. Pin stubs up to 100mm can be stored in this heavy duty box.  Made from clear polystyrene with two brass plated hinges and snap-lock lid. Outside dimensions are 275 x 160 x 57mm.  The 34.5mm inside clearance leaves a maximum sample height of 31mm on the pin stubs.  Full visibility of samples or holders through the clear lid. This clear and heavy duty high box is ideal for storing pin stub based SEM sample holders and larger specimens. Cost for storing pin stubs in this high capacity box is 40-50% lower, compared to pin stub storage boxes holding only 14 or 18 pin stubs.

Specifications of the EM-Tec high capacity pin stub storage boxes

Product #

Type

Material

Pin stubs capacity

Inside dimensions

Outside dimensions

AU-13-090001

SB1

Polystyrene / LDPE

1 x Ø12.7 or Ø19mm

Ø21x30mm               DxH

Ø24x52mm

AU-13-090077

SB77

Wood / NBR

77 x Ø12.7mm

169x118x25.5mm    LxDxH

189x138x46mm

AU-13-090176

SB176

Wood / NBR

176 x Ø12.7mm

256x169x25.5mm    LxDxH

276x189x46mm

AU-13-090004

SB4

Polystyrene / LDPE

4 x Ø12.7mm

72x30x19mm           WxDxH

75x40x22mm

AU-13-090008

SB8

Polystyrene / LDPE

8 x Ø12.7mm

113x43x28mm         LxDxH

116x55x32mm

AU-13-095012

SC12

Polystyrene / LDPE

12 x Ø12.7mm

89x65x25mm           WxDxH

100x69x29mm

AU-13-090028

SB28

Polystyrene / NBR

28 x Ø12.7mm

116x72x16.5mm      LxDxH

120x84x36mm

AU-13-090153

SB153

Polystyrene / NBR

153 x Ø12.7mm

264x148x34.5mm    LxDxH

275x160x57mm

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EM-Tec PS28 storage box for 28 FEI Teneo VS pin stubs

SKU: AU-13-090330-1
Original price $15.08 - Original price $15.08
Original price
$15.08
$15.08 - $15.08
Current price $15.08

EM-Tec SB23 pin stub storage box for 23 pin stubs with an LDPE insert.

SKU: AU-13-090024-1
Original price $15.08 - Original price $15.08
Original price
$15.08
$15.08 - $15.08
Current price $15.08

This storage box also allows to store up to 8 pin stubs with a diameter 25.4mm and even pin stubs of up to 63mm diameter.