Product Overview
The Harrick Praying Mantis™ Low Temperature Reaction Chamber is a specialized environmental workstation engineered for the most demanding in-situ and operando surface analysis. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Praying Mantis™ DRIFTS optical accessory, this chamber enables researchers to characterize high-surface-area materials, such as catalysts and adsorbents, under precisely controlled thermal and atmospheric conditions. It is an essential tool for investigating reaction intermediates, adsorption mechanisms, and photochemical processes that occur at sub-ambient temperatures.Constructed from chemically resistant 316 stainless steel, the chamber features a unique dual-purpose thermal management system. For low-temperature operation, the unit utilizes liquid nitrogen cooling to reach temperatures as low as -150°C, while an integrated low-voltage cartridge heater allows for controlled ramping up to 600°C. To ensure operational safety and experimental stability, the outer housing is equipped with water-cooling conduits that prevent thermal transfer to the spectrometer optics and seals during high-heat or extreme-cold cycles.The chamber’s vacuum-tight design supports studies from ultra-high vacuum (10^-6 torr) to atmospheric pressure (133 kPa). Its three-port gas management system provides the flexibility to evacuate the cell or introduce precise reactant gas mixtures. Available with a variety of window materials, including KBr and ZnSe for Mid-IR or UV-grade SiO₂ for UV-Vis-NIR, this reaction chamber provides the environmental versatility required for advanced molecular discovery in catalysis and material science.
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Key Features
- Extreme Cryogenic Range: Capable of reaching temperatures down to -150°C with liquid nitrogen, ideal for studying low-temperature surface chemistry.
- Dual Thermal Functionality: Integrated heating system enables a broad operational range from -150°C to 600°C for comprehensive thermal studies.
- High Vacuum Performance: Sealed for operation from high vacuum ($10^{-6}$ torr) up to 133 kPa (1 ktorr).
- Integrated Safety Cooling: Features external water-cooling conduits to protect the spectrometer and maintain the integrity of O-ring seals.
- Precision Gas Handling: Equipped with three 1/4" VCO ports for efficient evacuation and the introduction of controlled reactant environments.
- Rugged 316 Stainless Steel: Built for maximum chemical inertness and durability in reactive gaseous environments.
Specifications
| Temperature Range | -150°C to +600°C (under vacuum) |
| Pressure Range | 10^-6 torr to 133 kPa (1 ktorr) |