PT100 sensors are the most common platinum resistance thermometers on the market, owing largely to their impressive resistance capabilities (<100 ohms).
What are CF Fittings & Flanges?
ConFlat (CF) fittings are flanges that use -metal seals to achieve vacuum conditions. The combination of a copper gasket (OFHC) and a stainless steel knife-edge flange makes for an almost impenetrable vacuum barrier.
Feedthroughs & Wires in High Tech Manufacturing
At Allectra we are always adding to our collection of high-tech manufacturing components through the design and development of creative solutions.
What is Kapton Wire?
Kapton wires offer high performance across a wide temperature range. In this article, we will take a broad look at the history and properties of Kapton insulation.
Vacuum Components in Alternative Energy Research
Allectra has contributed to the seeking out of successful alternative energy sources with differing levels of influence and involvement in many studies.
Outlining Kapton-Insulated Thermocouple Wire
Allectra supplies a wide range of Kapton-insulated wire types including commonly-available type K thermocouple wires. Read more.
When to Use Rigid Kapton Wires?
This article outlines why Kapton wires are used for HV/UHV settings and provide some insight into when it is appropriate to use rigid Kapton wires.
When to Use Flexible Kapton Wires?
This article outlines why Kapton wires are uniquely suited to HV/UHV settings, and hopefully provides some insight into when it is appropriate to use flexible Kapton wires.
SMA Feedthroughs for Vacuum Applications
Allectra high vacuum SMA feedthroughs are the first-choice solution for high-frequency signal processes in HV/UHV conditions.
Sub-D Feedthroughs from Allectra
At Allectra, we design, develop, and manufacture critical vacuum components for a range of applications, including Sub-D feedthroughs.
What Stainless Steel Grades are Used for Vacuum Components?
Part of Allectra’s quality assurance and control (QA/QC) procedures involves rigorously selecting the right materials for our vacuum components.
Radiation-Resistant Kapton Wires from Allectra
In our latest blog post, we outline the high-performance radiation-resistant Kapton wires available from Allectra in more detail.
The Fundamentals of Surface Science
Surface science studies concerned with solid materials are often conducted under controlled vacuum conditions. Learn more, with Allectra.
Standard Glass Viewports for HV/UHV from Allectra
Allectra develops and supplies various HV/UHV components, including specialized and standard viewports suitable for demanding pressure regimes.
Why Use a Sapphire Viewport?
In this blog post, Allectra explores when and why you might use a sapphire viewport in high vacuum and ultra-high vacuum applications.
High Voltage Feedthroughs from Allectra
High voltage electrical feedthroughs are used extensively in high vacuum and UHV conditions. Learn more about Allectra’s range of high-performance products.
Manufacturing Ultra-High Vacuum Components
Allectra is one of the fastest-growing manufacturers of UHV components. In this blog post, we outlines our method of manufacturing UHV components.
