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New Users

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Welcome to CCEM! We’re excited to have you join our community. Here’s how to get started:

STEP 1 – Initial Contact

STEP 2 – Account Creation

STEP 3 – Sample Submission

  • Describing Your Sample: All users, regardless of their status, must provide a comprehensive description of their sample to the facility manager. This aids in the feasibility review of your proposed work by our staff.
  • Approval Process: Once your sample description is reviewed, and the work deemed feasible, we’ll proceed to the next steps which include scheduling instrument time.
    • For users unable to attend in person, CCEM offers virtual microscopy sessions. These sessions are conducted through online video conferencing, allowing you to work directly with our operators from anywhere.

STEP 4 – Training

  • Instrument Training and Safety: Before starting your work, you may be required to undergo training sessions. These sessions are designed to familiarize you with the equipment and ensure you can conduct your research safely and effectively. Both in-person and virtual training options are available to accommodate your needs.

STEP 5 – Data Collection and Analysis

  • Receiving Your Data: After data collection, we provide you with the results. An all-inclusive analysis is also available upon request, tailored to your specific needs.
  • Costs: Costs for using our facilities are based on the academic user fee schedule. The facility manager will determine the exact fees, ensuring transparency and affordability.

Returning Users

Welcome back to CCEM! We value your ongoing engagement and are here to support your continued research and projects.

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Industry Users

Welcome to CCEM, where our mission is to support industry partners through advanced imaging and analytical data solutions. Whether you’re facing challenges with materials, processing, or device development, our team is here to assist. Discover how our cutting-edge facilities and expertise can complement your R&D efforts.

Our Services

  • Explore the range of services we offer, from high-resolution imaging to detailed analytical data assessments. Our dedicated team is ready to deliver custom solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Research and Expertise

  • Gain insights into the variety of applications and industries we support by exploring our Research Areas pages.
  • For a deeper understanding of the innovative research and results achieved at our center, we encourage you to review our recent publications.

Start Your Project

  • If you’re interested in our services or have a specific project in mind, we encourage you to reach out directly to the facilities manager, Brian Langelier. For specific service inquiries or to request a personalized quotation, please provide detailed information about your needs.
  • Direct Contact:

Dr. Brian Langelier
Email: langelb@mcmaster.ca
Phone: 1 (905) 525-9140 x 20400

Academic Rates

Academic rates apply exclusively to Canadian University funded projects. All other projects will be charged non-academic rates. For information about other rate classes please contact the Facilities Manager, Brian Langelier.

‘Attended’ rates are inclusive of CCEM staff time for microscope operation.  Academic CCEM staff rate is $120/h (or $80/h for microscope operation). 

Expandable List

 

Instrument Capability Daytime (M-F 8 am-6 pm) CAD$/hour After Hours CAD$/hour
Unattended Attended
Spectra Ultra HRTEM/STEM 130 210 80
Nion HERMES HRSTEM 90 170 50
TITAN LB HRTEM/STEM 85 165 45
Talos 200X HRTEM/STEM 110 190 60
Talos L120C LaB6 TEM 80 160 50
JEOL 1230 W TEM 70 150 –

 

 

Instrument Capability Daytime (M-F 8 am-6 pm) CAD$/hour After Hours CAD$/hour
Unattended Attended
Tescan Vega EDS + cooling stage  60.00  140.00  –
JEOL 6610 W + EDS  60.00  140.00  40.00
Apreo 2 S FEGSEM + EDS + EBSD  90.00 170.00 60.00
Magellan XH RFESEM  80.00  160.00  45.00
Quattro ESEM EDS + heating/cooling stage + in-situ liquid/gas stage  80.00  160.00  45.00
JEOL Auger Auger 80.00  160.00 60.00

 

Instrument Capability Daytime (M-F 8 am-6 pm) CAD$/hour After Hours CAD$/hour Overnight Automated (12 am-8 am) CAD$/hour
Unattended Attended
Helios 5 FIB  130.00 210.00  75.00  20.00
Helios 5 PFIB PFIB  130.00  210.00  75.00   20.00
Orion HIM (Imaging) HIM   80.00  160.00 45.00  –
Orion HIM (Patterning) HIM 115.00 195.00 60.00  –
Crossbeam 350 Laser FIB  130.00 210.00 75.00  20.00
Instrument Weekday Daytime (M-F 8 am – 4 pm) CAD$/session Weekday After hours (M-F 4 pm – 8 am) CAD$/session Weekend Full day (8 am – 8 am) CAD$/session
Cameca LEAP 5000 XS APT 520 330 520
Instrument Weekday Daytime (M-F 8 am – 6 pm) CAD$/session After hours (6 pm – 8 am) CAD$/session Weekday Half-day (8 am – 1 pm or 1 pm – 6 pm) CAD$/session
Zeiss Xradia 630 Versa XCT 385 285 –
Nikon M2 XCT – 100 215

All instruments at CCEM are available for user training. For more information about CCEM’s Microscope Training Program, click here.

Funding Opportunities

CMC Microsystems MNT Award

Need characterization of your micro- and nano-fabricated systems? Academic researchers can apply for MNT-awards to cover 80% of eligible costs for fabrication and travel. CCEM is an approved MNT lab! Apply for the MNT award here.