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Electrical feedthroughs by type and application

Allectra is an established Electrical feedthrough specialist with over twenty years experience manufacturing and supplying a wide range of feedthroughs for customers all over the world. In this blog we explain some of the types we offer.

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Understanding Coaxial feedthroughs

Coaxial means simply that two conductors share a common axis. In a coax feedthrough the inner conductor is for a (typically small) signal and the outer conductor is connected to ground and works as a shield of that signal against electro-static interference.

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Allectra in light science

For an increasing number of High Vacuum and UHV applications, Optical Fibres are used either to get signals out or to bring “light” to the right point into the chamber.

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Allectra components for Surface Science Applications

Modern technologies increasingly rely on low-dimensional physics at interfaces and in thin-films and nano-structures. Surface Science holds a key position in providing the experimental and theoretical models for a basic understanding of these effects.

What is a PT100 Resistor?

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.

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.

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.