Polishing Station
Dedicated polishing station for micro- and nanoelectrodes.
Polishing Station: design for micro- and nanoelectrodes
The polishing station is designed for the preparation and finishing of microelectrodes and nanoelectrodes, featuring precise mechanical control and reproducible polishing performance. The independent rotation of both the grinding plate and the electrode body enables uniform polishing across a wide range of electrode geometries and dimensions.
A two-axis micromanipulator allows flexible positioning of the electrode on the grinding surface, while the polishing angle can be adjusted continuously from perpendicular to tilted orientations. The modular design also enables quick exchange of polishing materials for different preparation stages and surface requirements.
A built-in light source improves visibility during the alignment and polishing procedures, and the system can be optionally combined with our Option Video to enhance the monitoring and control of the process.
Key Features
- Independent rotation of grinding plate and electrode body
- Two-axis micromanipulator for flexible electrode positioning
- Perpendicular and adjustable polishing angles
- Integrated illumination for improved visibility
Probes & Consumables
A complete selection of materials and electrodes for precise surface finishing and scanning electrochemical applications.
Probes
Ultramicroelectrodes
Ultramicroelectrodes in gold, platinum, carbon fiber, and nickel for versatile research applications, including corrosion science, catalysis, and bioelectrochemistry research.
Nanoelectrodes
Platinum nanoelectrodes optimized for high-resolution electrochemistry and shearforce integration.
Light-Fiber-Integrated Microelectrodes
Combine scanning electrochemical microscopy with controlled local illumination for spatially resolved photoelectrochemical measurements on functional surfaces.
Polishing Consumables
Polishing Paper for Polishing Station
Set of aluminum oxide polishing papers designed for use with the polishing station, featuring 5 µm, 1 µm, and 0.3 µm grain sizes for sequential polishing steps and diameter of approx 73 mm.
Electrode Polishing Set
Complete solution for the manual cleaning and preparation of microelectrodes. Include glass plate, aluminum oxide polishing papers, colloidal silicon dioxide suspension, and polishing cloths.
Polishing Suspension and Cloths
Colloidal silicon dioxide suspension (0.03 µm grain size) and polishing cloth set for gentle surface cleaning and final polishing steps.
Sensolytics Base SECM
The complete scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM) system providing high-resolution XYZ positioning, and intuitive software control for spatially resolved electrochemical measurements.
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Option SPECM
By integrating an optical fiber with a concentric gold ring electrode, the scanning photoelectrochemical microscopy (SPECM) module enables spatially resolved measurements in light-responsive materials by combining local illumination with electrochemical analysis.
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Inverted Microscope Upgrade
Mount the SECM system directly onto standard inverted optical microscopes. This configuration is ideal for applications that require simultaneous electrochemical mapping and optical observation of biological or transparent samples.
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Microelectrodes
Platinum and gold microelectrodes with defined geometry for stable SECM measurements, providing reproducible current responses and reliable performance in routine imaging.
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Ultramicroelectrodes
Ultramicroelectrodes made of different electrode materials enable high spatial resolution and fast steady-state currents, minimizing capacitive contributions and supporting quantitative analysis of localized kinetics and mass transport processes.
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Nanoelectrodes
Nanoelectrodes enable electrochemical measurements at the nanometer scale with minimal perturbation, allowing the investigation of confined regions and highly localized electrochemical activity.
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Scanning Droplet Cell (SDC)
The Scanning Droplet Cell (SDC) enables localized electrochemical measurements on large or complex substrates without full sample immersion by forming a confined miniaturized measuring cell in contact with the sample surface. The system is compatible with all SECM configurations but profits from an extended travel range.
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SDC Option Photoelectrochemistry
Perform localized photoelectrochemical measurements with controlled electrolyte contact and integrated optical fiber illumination, for spatially resolved analysis of light-driven electrochemical processes.
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SDC Heads
The SDC head is the active element of the SDC system, serving as a mobile electrochemical microcell for localized electrochemical measurements. Sensolytics offers a range of interchangeable SDC bodies and tip geometries optimized for different applications.
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Auxiliary Electrodes
Explore a complete portfolio of miniaturized reference and counter electrodes for reliable electrochemical measurements. From aqueous and gel-based Ag/AgCl references to mini hydrogen electrodes, Pt nets, and compact Pt coil counter electrodes.
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Polarization Cells
These electrochemical cells enable controlled sample polarization from the top or bottom and support the operation with macroelectrodes serving as substrates.
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Specialized Cells
Our range of specialized SECM cells is tailored for application-specific experiments, including complete measuring cells optimized for screen-printed electrodes, temperature-controlled studies, and flow or gas-controlled experiments.
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Contact us to discuss your application, experimental conditions, and configuration requirements. We support system selection and customization based on your individual requirements and future upgrades.
