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Crystal parameters, Crystal parameters -2, Igure – INFICON RQCM - Quartz Crystal Microbalance Research System User Manual

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RQCM – RESEARCH QUARTZ CRYSTAL MICROBALANCE

CRYSTALS, HOLDERS AND FLOW CELL

4-2

Figure 8 INFICON 1-Inch Diameter Crystals – Electrode Configuration


The figure below shows a INFICON 1” diameter as seen from the front side.

Figure 9 INFICON 1" Crystal - as Seen From The Front Side

4.1.2 CRYSTAL

PARAMETERS

Polished one-inch diameter crystals that are commonly available for liquid work have the typical

values as listed below.

Type Frequency

Range (MHz)

Electrode

Material

Resistance

(ohms)

Q Factor

5 MHz

4.976 – 5.020

Gold

~10

120,000

9 MHz

8.976 – 9.036

Gold

~7

55,000