Leica Critical Point Dryer
Leica Critical Point Dryer
TOOL ID: CPD-01
The critical point dryer can dry delicate samples without any damaging effect of surface tension, using the zero surface tension of carbon dioxide at the critical point at 31°C and 1072 psi (cf. the critical point of water = 374°C and 3212 psi).
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Leica Critical Point Dryer