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Cernox or silicon diodes — which cryogenic temperature sensor is better? Compare range, magnetic field and radiation performance to pick the right one.

Application brief and application note on the performance of the CryoComplete Mössbauer, the only commercial solution combining a high-performance spectrometer with a cryostat purpose-designed for Mossbauer experiments, complete with temperature control and software.

Learn how to choose the right probe tip based on the material being characterized in a cryogenic probe station.

In this Lake Shore Cryotronics application note, we present low-temperature 8600 VSM measurement results for Bi2223 HTS tape and Y123 solid samples, demonstrating the utility of vibrating sample magnetometry for non-contact characterization of high-temperature superconductor (HTS) materials.

Learn about FORC measurements and vibrating sample magnetometry for characterizing additively manufactured permanent magnet materials

Answer a few questions to help identify the right cryogenic temperature controller for your application.

Discover how a silicon diode temperature sensor provides precise and reliable thermal measurements for various applications.

Discover the science behind lock-in amplifiers, their features, benefits, and real-world applications in various industries.

Offer a guide for researchers and engineers on what to look for when selecting a manufacturer: accuracy, calibration services, temperature range, reliability, and support. Use Lake Shore’s products as examples of meeting these criteria for demanding scientific environments.

Cryostat temperature specs vary significantly. Lake Shore’s offerings span from <2 K up to 800 K, depending on the series. This post explains how to match temperature requirements to experimental needs, including ultra-cold quantum research and high-temperature spectroscopy.

Newly published research references use of Lake Shore Model 8607 vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM) for electromagnetic acoustic transducer (EMAT) study.

A recently published article in AIP Review of Scientific Instruments examines the performance of the M81-SSM system's hybrid lock-in amplifier technology.

To learn more about the seamless autoranging technique used by our M81-SSM system and its voltage measure (VM-10) module, read our new application brief.

Read this new Lake Shore Cryotronics application brief on how to better characterize 2D materials with significant contact resistance.

Learn how patents relating to the technology of our M81-SSM synchronous source measure system benefit material and device characterization applications.

Researching and evaluating lock-in amplifier types for purchase can be confusing. This new paper aims to simplify the selection and buying process.

Read our new app brief to learn about the typical noise performance for samples measured in our 8600 Series VSM with the SSVT variable temperature option.

This new guide provides a comprehensive overview of the critical factors to consider when selecting a research cryostat for your application.

This new app note discusses T-FORC measurement techniques and analysis, and presents results for a magnetocaloric alloy sample.

This guide examines the different types of noise (external vs. intrinsic noise) and possible strategies for mitigating the effects of external noise.