Cleanroom & Nanofabrication Facility
An Open User Facility at Boston College
Open to both Boston College and External Users, this laboratory is home to over 20 high-end micro and nanoscale instrumentation systems worth several million dollars.
Comprised of 1,500 square feet of Class 1,000 and Class 10,000 cleanroom spaces, the lab enables highly sensitive materials and devices to be fabricated free from contaminants. In addition, there is over 2,000 square feet of service and support space.听The lab is supported by an air handling unit that completely cleans and renews all the air in the facility every 45 seconds.
Contact Chris Gunderson, the 集美麻豆Cleanroom Manager, to get started.
- 1500 sqft of class 1,000 and 10,000 clean room space
- 2,000 sqft of service and support area space
- 10,000 CFM air handling unit with approximately 75 air changes per hour
- Room temperature between 65-70掳F
- Relative humidity of 50-60%
- 18.2 MegOhm deionized water
- House nitrogen (N2) from liquid nitrogen boil off, 35-45 psi
- Compressed Dry Air (CDA) delivery pressure 90-100 psi
- 20+ Capital equipment systems
- Safety eyewash and safety shower inside and outside of cleanroom
- 3 exhaust hoods for chemical work.
- Gowning is required before entering the cleanroom to protect the environment and samples in process. Particulate-free bouffant caps coveralls, shoe covers, gloves, and safety glasses are provided.
- Face shields, chemical resistant aprons, protective sleeves, and heavy chemical resistant gloves are provided for chemical work.
- All high voltage equipment has at least one EMO for emergency shut down should problems arise
- There are no highly toxic gases.
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Every user receives training from our staff. The staff is there to assist users in troubleshooting and offer support when necessary.
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- State of the art facility and equipment
- Perfect for small start-up companies and colleges
- Easy set-up for new users
- Cost effective/affordable rates
- One-on-one training
Laboratory
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
- New users must run equipment at least 3 times during daytime operation (9-5).
- Where applicable, reserve equipment before use.
- Use equipment only as it is intended to be used.
- Report any problems to a staff member.
ORIENTATION & TRAINING
Before orientation,听Non-集美麻豆users听must complete the Facilities Use Agreement for External Users.听Boston College users听must complete the听Authorization Request form. After approval, new users must undergo a training and orientation program before use of the facility. Please contact Chris Gunderson to schedule a time for training.
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BILLING
Please note that Boston College鈥檚 terms are NET 30. All facility invoices must be paid within 30 days of invoice date. Invoices that are past due over 60 days will result in suspension of user access until all outstanding invoices are paid in full.
GOWNING
Gowning must take place from the top down. Users are required to put on their cap, hood, suit, boots, and gloves in that order.
BUDDY SYSTEM
For safety reasons, we ask that users utilize the buddy system when working in the lab.听When performing potentially hazardous/dangerous operations always make sure someone is in the laboratory with you. When a user is only in the lab observing鈥攁s part of the buddy system鈥攖hat user will not be charged clean room usage fee.
CANCELLATION POLICY
The Integrated Sciences Cleanroom and Nanofabrication Facility has a 24-hour cancellation policy. Please notify the Manager at least 24 hours in advance if you can not honor your reservation. We realized that all projects require a certain process flow between tools, so one problem may throw off your entire schedule. Under these circumstances, the 24 hour cancellation policy would not apply.
Please email听Chris Gunderson听for any questions regarding cancellation.听
Equipment and Rates
| General | Internal Rates (Boston College) | External Academic Rates (non profit) | External Commercial Rates |
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