TEM Grid Storage Boxes
We manufacture a small range of boxes specifically designed for ease of use during routine handling and long-term storage of 2.3 mm and 3.05 mm diameter TEM grids.
Full details and specifications are below.
SB25 and SB25BN
The SB25 is a small capacity grid storage box, designed as a low-cost alternative to larger grid boxes where extra storage capacity is not required. The box has a sliding cover, allowing access to 5 slots at a time. Each diamond shaped hole can store a 3.05mm or 2.3mm diameter grid. Storage referencing is managed via recessed alpha numeric indexing on the face of the box.
The box contains two side features, allowing for easier handling during specimen removal, as well as a matt strip for extra notation.
The SB25 is also available with a unique number printed in blue on the face, code SB25BN; batches with sequential numbers are available. Both boxes come with a durable 25 column card for record keeping.
Our grid boxes are intended for use in both routine grid handling and for long term grid storage. Their compact flat shape and low cost make them well suited for the transportation of coated grid products and for the long-term storage of catalogued specimens.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: Length – 56mm X Width – 36mm X Depth 6mm
Weight: 9 grams
Materials: Cover – Clear Polycarbonate. Base – ABS-PHAT(Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) + Anti-Static Additive
SB25 – Grid Storage Box with RECORD CARD – Holds 25 3.05mm or 2.3mm Grids: £4.15 each
SB25BN – Grid Storage Box with RECORD CARD – Each box has a UNIQUE number on the face and one end: £4.55 each
SB50 and SB50BN
The storage box is designed for the routine handling and long-term storage of 50 standard size TEM grids. The SB50BN has a unique number on the face and at one end. The blue arrow at the 12.00 o’clock position indicates the park position for the cover when not in use. This is a firm ‘click’ position and cannot be moved accidentally, preventing spillage.
The clear cover can be rotated smoothly through 360 degrees, once the slight initial resistance of the park position has been overcome, exposing the maximum of the 2 or 3 diamond shaped holes at any one time. The 50 shaped diamond holes have an alphanumeric referencing system. Each box is supplied with an indexed record card for additional information.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: Length – 75mm X Width 65mm X Depth 7mm
Weight: 22 grams
Materials: Cover – Clear Polycarbonate. Base – ABS-PHAT(Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) + Anti-Static Additive
SB50 – Grid Storage Box with RECORD CARD – Holds 50 3.05mm or 2.3mm Grids: £10.98 each
SB50BN – Grid Storage Box with RECORD CARD – Each box has a UNIQUE number on the face and one end: £11.65 each
SB100 and SB100BN
The box holds 100 grids. Each of the diamond shaped ‘pockets’ will accept either a 2.3 of 3.05mm grid. Once stored the grid is relocated by its ‘map reference’. Each position has a blue printed letter and number. Blue is chosen for its visibility under normal ‘safelight’ conditions. The reference and a brief specimen description are entered on the grid record card for that box.
The box and lid are precision injection moulded from plastics chosen for their smooth sliding action. To further ease grid handling, the plastics are anti-static treated. A central access position in the lid reduces the number of grids exposed when selecting any particular grid.
The SB100BN grid storage box with an added feature: each box carries its own unique number printed on the face and one end. During use the face number can be easily seen eliminating the possibility of placing a specimen grid in the wrong box.
The number on the end facilitates the retrieval of the grid box from storage. The SB100BN holds 100 3.05 or 2.3mm specimen support grids and is supplied with a record card that has the same alpha-numeric indexing for easy referencing.
Record Card
The folding card has a durable coated exterior, and the interior is suitable for writing on with normal pen or pencil. Columns are marked for entering the grid box position reference and the appropriate specimen description. The record card is the same size as the grid box and is intended to be kept together.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: Length – 85mm X Width 60mm X Depth 7mm
Weight: 25 grams
Materials: Cover – Clear Polycarbonate. Base – ABS-PHAT(Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) + Anti-Static Additive
SB100 – Grid Storage Box with RECORD CARD – Holds 100 3.05mm or 2.3mm Grids: £12.30 each
SB100BN – Grid Storage Box with RECORD CARD – Each box has a UNIQUE number on the face and one end: £13.50 each
| Grid Capacity | Record Card | Unique Box No. | |
| SB100 | 100 | • | No |
| SB100BN | 100 | • | • |
| SB50 | 50 | • | No |
| SB50BN | 50 | • | • |
| SB25 | 25 | • | No |
| SB25BN | 25 | • | • |