StretchingStage

Stand-alone stage with integrated sample stretching and compression capabilities
Enables fine motion control for precise positioning of the AFM tip relative to the sample
Sample size / distance between jaws 10-20mm or 25-35mm (standard stage)
Maximum travel range: 10mm
Velocity: 0.1mm/min to 1.5mm/min
Force range: exchangeable loadcells, range 2N and 200N, accuracy readout +/-1%
Encoder: resolution 300nm, linearity 0.1% of full travel
Flexible design for different samples
Comprehensive software control
Real-time display of force, extension and time, live graphical display of stress/strain curve
Not compatible with inverted microscopes