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This week, we had the pleasure of hosting our colleagues from Allectra GmbH at our East Sussex facility. It was a great opportunity to showcase our new manufacturing unit, which is set to open in the coming weeks. This expansion will significantly increase our workshop and production space, allowing for further investment in machines and skilled staff. Over the two days, we engaged in productive discussions focused on enhancing the value we provide to our customers. Our CEO, Bernhard Luckscheiter, also our R&D lead, shared updates on some innovative new products that will be launched in the near future - watch this space... We also had time for an enjoyable dinner in Lewes! #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #vacuumengineering #ukmanufacturing Mario Peli Ute Holters Gilles Rousseau Beatrix Kluge Christian Kindel

Ultra-High Vacuum (UHV) components are used in applications that require extremely low pressures, typically below 10⁻10 mbar. Here are some key applications where UHV components are essential: 1. Surface Science and Material Research Application: Studying the atomic structure, chemical composition, and physical properties of surfaces. Why UHV is Needed: To prevent contamination and oxidation, allowing researchers to observe pure surface interactions. 2. Semiconductor Manufacturing Application: Thin film deposition, ion implantation, and etching processes. Why UHV is Needed: Ensures high-purity environments for manufacturing semiconductor wafers, reducing contamination and defects. 3. Particle Accelerators and Physics Research Application: Particle collision experiments and synchrotron light sources. Why UHV is Needed: Reduces scattering and ensures a clear path for particles to travel, ensuring precise experimental conditions. 4. Space Simulation Chambers Application: Simulating the vacuum of space for testing satellites, spacecraft components, and instruments. Why UHV is Needed: Mimics space conditions to test how materials and electronics behave in extremely low-pressure environments. 5. Electron Microscopy and Spectroscopy Application: Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Why UHV is Needed: Maintains clean and controlled environments for high-resolution imaging and analysis. 6. Fusion Research (e.g., Tokamaks) Application: Experimental fusion reactors, such as ITER and JET. Why UHV is Needed: Prevents impurities from interfering with plasma reactions, ensuring stable fusion conditions. 7. Vacuum Coating and Deposition Systems Application: Physical vapor deposition (PVD), chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and sputtering. Why UHV is Needed: Provides a clean environment to deposit thin films with high precision and purity. 8. Mass Spectrometry and Analytical Instruments Application: Analyzing chemical compositions and molecular structures. Why UHV is Needed: Improves sensitivity and accuracy by reducing background noise from contaminants. 9. Cryogenics and Low-Temperature Research Application: Studying superconductors, quantum computing, and low-temperature physics. Why UHV is Needed: Reduces the gas load, preventing condensation and maintaining low temperatures. These applications require UHV components such as flanges, feedthroughs, valves, and wiring to maintain the integrity of the vacuum environment and to ensure that experiments or manufacturing processes can proceed without contamination or interference. Talk with our team today about how Allectra's expertise in UHV technology can support your demanding applications. #allectra #uhv #highvacuum #vacuumengineering

More dates for the diary: Team Allectra will be at Precisiebeurs on the 13th and 14th November at Brabanthallen 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands where we will be sharing our vacuum engineering insights and solutions with leading technical professionals from the Benelux region. From the 19th to the 21st November we will be in Bremen, Germany for Space Tech Expo Europe, Europe's largest B2B Space Event. More details to follow. #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #vacuumengineering

Gilles Rousseau will be at Daresbury Laboratory next Tuesday at the Nu-Tech Innovation exhibition and will be sharing his wealth of vacuum technology expertise with our valued customers. Come and see him at stand C13 for a catch-up! 😀 #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #vacuumtechnology #stfc #vacuumengineering #daresburylaboratory

Empower Your Research and Engineering Projects with Cutting-Edge Vacuum Technology Solutions from Allectra: At Allectra, we understand the critical role that high-quality components play in advancing the frontiers of physics and engineering. Our meticulously designed vacuum technology solutions are at the heart of groundbreaking research and development in surface science, synchrotron science, alternative energy research, nanotechnology, and beyond. Discover how our products can elevate your projects: (Just a snapshot of our range!) Sub-D Feedthroughs: Precision connectivity in Vacuum environments elevate your experimental setups with our Sub-D feedthroughs, engineered for exceptional electrical performance in High and Ultra High Vacuum applications. Embrace reliability and quality, compliant with the Sub-miniature D specification, for seamless integration into your vacuum systems. Coaxial Feedthroughs: High-Frequency excellence facilitate flawless high-frequency signal transmission with our universal coaxial feedthroughs. Designed for precision and durability, these components are indispensable for research requiring impeccable data integrity and performance. Viewports: Clarity Meets Quality, witness your vacuum processes with our UHV and High Vacuum viewports. Available in Standard Glass and other materials including Fused Silica (Quartz), these viewports offer unparalleled optical clarity and thermal stability, ensuring you never miss a detail. Fibre Optics: Lighting the Way in Vacuum Technology, illuminate your research with our fibre optics solutions for vacuum environments. Whether transmitting signals or guiding light precisely where needed, our optical fibres are tailored for innovation, enabling breakthroughs in vacuum science. Motion in Vacuum: Precision control and movement achieve unmatched precision and control with our manual and motorised UHV devices for motion in vacuum. Coupled with our Gate Valves and Angle Valves, these solutions provide the flexibility and reliability your projects demand. CF Flanges and Fittings: The Foundation of Vacuum Integrity, build your vacuum systems on the bedrock of our CF flanges and fittings. Designed for leak-tight, reliable connections, these components are the cornerstone of any setup requiring uncompromised vacuum integrity. Join the Allectra community and empower your research and engineering projects with cutting-edge Vacuum technology solutions. Contact a member of the team today: sales@allectra.com #highvacuum #uhv #advancedengineering #synchrotronscience #surfacescience #energyresearch #physics #engineering #allectra #vacuumtechnology

Many of our customers are asking us about the "glue" that we use for our 301-KAPM-series cables to stick the Kapton foil to the underlying wire. They are worried about silicone or other ingredients that may contaminate their chambers. The fact is that there is NO GLUE used! Allectra's 301 KAPM and our previous 311-KAPM-XX-RAD are halogen free and PTFE free. No external adhesive is used to fix the Kapton foil to the underlying wire. Only Kapton is used when manufacturing the wire, no other bonding agent, this process is proprietary to Allectra. Hope that helps! #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #kap301 #synchrotronscience #spacescience

Mario Peli was at the ICAP 2024 Satellite Workshop in Brighton last week. ICAP is one of the most influential international conferences on atomic physics and atomic system-based quantum technology. The workshop brought together ion trappers developing quantum computers, specialists in error correction as applied to ion qubits, and scientists working on quantum computing applications which align with the strenghts of trapped ion platforms. By focusing on the three topical areas of quantum porcessor hardware, error correction strategies and application development, the meeting aimed to accelerate progress towards practical applications of quantum computing. High vacuum (HV) and ultra-high vacuum (UHV) components are essential in quantum computing for maintaining extremely low-pressure environments that are crucial for the proper functioning of quantum devices. These components help in achieving and maintaining the required vacuum levels to minimize interference from air molecules, which can affect the quantum states and coherence times of qubits.   Please contact a member of the team for more information on some of our HV and UHV components commonly used in quantum computing including Titanium to Aluminium Flanges, Electrical Feedthroughs, Optical Feedthroughs and Viewports. #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #physics #quantumcomputing #ICAP2024    

Allectra's Base Plate Sub-D feedthrough, O-ring sealed (High Vacuum only) is a practical choice for high vacuum applications due to its ability to maintain a secure vacuum seal, versatility in pin configurations, ease of integration, and reliable performance. Key Benefits and Applications 1. High Vacuum Compatibility: -Vacuum Performance: The ability to function in environments down to 10−7 mbar makes it suitable for high vacuum applications, such as those in scientific research, semiconductor manufacturing, and space simulation chambers. -O-Ring Seal: Ensures a secure, leak-tight seal, maintaining the integrity of the vacuum environment. 2. Versatile Connectivity: -Multiple Pin Options: Available in configurations of 9, 15, 25, 37, or 50 pins, offering flexibility to accommodate various electronic connections. -Interchangeability: The same base plate dimensions for all feedthroughs mean you can easily swap out different types or configurations without modifying the system. 3. Ease of Installation and Integration: -Rectangular Base Plate: Standardized dimensions simplify the installation process and ensure compatibility with a wide range of systems. -Mounting Flexibility: The base plate design allows for the mounting of other feedthroughs, such as coaxial feedthroughs, enhancing system versatility. 4. Durability and Reliability: -Robust Construction: Designed to withstand the demanding conditions of high vacuum environments, ensuring long-term reliability and minimal maintenance. -High-Quality Materials: Typically made from materials like stainless steel and high-quality insulators, ensuring durability and maintaining performance over time. Practical Applications Scientific Research: In laboratories where precise vacuum conditions are crucial for experiments, this feedthrough can maintain integrity while providing necessary electrical connections. Semiconductor Manufacturing: Used in manufacturing equipment that requires a high vacuum environment to avoid contamination and ensure product quality. Space Simulation: Essential in vacuum chambers that simulate the conditions of outer space for testing satellite components and other space-bound equipment. Analytical Instruments: Critical in devices like mass spectrometers and electron microscopes that operate under high vacuum conditions. Contact a member of the team or see the link in comments for more information #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #semiconductor #spacesimulation #scientificresearch  

At Allectra, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality engineering, specializing in High Vacuum (HV) and Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) technologies. We are proud to announce that Allectra Limited has just achieved our ISO recertification, a testament to our unwavering dedication to excellence and continuous improvement. This accomplishment underscores our commitment to providing the highest standards in our products and services, ensuring reliability and performance for our valued customers. Join us in celebrating this milestone as we continue to innovate and lead in the field of vacuum technology. Thank you for your continued trust and support. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of vacuum technology. #allectra #highvacuum #uhv #advancedmanufacturing #vacuumengineering #iso9001