B - St. Cloud State University

Ryan’s MFP-3D Procedural Operation ‘Manualette’ Version 10 (v080501; Igor 6.03A); ©2008 6.30
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Figure 6.2.7: Monitoring the Phase image while changing the Drive Frequency on the fly.
Post Fluid imaging:
The author typically sets the head on its side
immediately after imaging to allow the excess
fluid to drip off the cantilever holder. It’s based
out of habit from the post-doc days, and
continues today out of superstition (which often
accompanies SPM). Figure 6.2.8 shows the
head places on its side on the head stand in the
acoustic hood, allowing gravity to let fluid fall to
head resting stand.
Figure 6.2.8: Place head on its side after use in fluid to allow
gravity to remove fluid safely.