Australian Vacuum Services

12/06/2026

Meet the workhorses of your lab: KNF Diaphragm Vacuum Pumps.

Whether you're running filtration, degassing, or aspiration tasks, these German-engineered pumps deliver reliable, oil-free performance day after day. Perfect for researchers and engineers who demand consistency without the maintenance headaches.

Why KNF? Precision engineering meets practical reliability. Compact design, whisper-quiet operation, and zero oil contamination—ideal for sensitive applications across life sciences, analytical labs, and industrial R&D.

And here's the best part: you've got AVS in your corner. As KNF's authorised Australian service partner, we provide local support, spare parts, and expert service when you need it. No waiting, no excuses—just dependable partnership.

Ready to upgrade your vacuum game? Let's talk.



Australian Vacuum Services Pty Ltd
Email [email protected]
Phone: +61 (0) 2 8626 6495 / Mobile +61 (0) 4 2361 3086
Web: https://www.australianvacuumservices.com

11/06/2026

Henniker's CoatX® platform handles two of the most common surface problems in Microfluidics. ✅ CoatX® Lubril for reliable capillary flow ✅ CoatX® Covabind for covalent biomolecule binding Both replace multi-step silanisation or EDC/NHS chemistry with a single plasma step. Test CoatX® on your own geometry through our Contract Plasma Treatment service. 📧𝗲𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀@𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.𝗰𝗼.𝘂𝗸



Australian Vacuum Services Pty Ltd
Email [email protected]
Phone: +61 (0) 2 8626 6495 / Mobile +61 (0) 4 2361 3086
Web: https://www.australianvacuumservices.com

11/06/2026

Hydrogel attachment still a problem? Hydrogels are difficult to bond because they contain at least 10% water and consist of soft, porous materials. CoatX® Covabind delivers the solution. ➡️ Swipe to learn more about Hennniker's CoatX® Technology solution 🔗Link in the comments



Australian Vacuum Services Pty Ltd
Email [email protected]
Phone: +61 (0) 2 8626 6495 / Mobile +61 (0) 4 2361 3086
Web: https://www.australianvacuumservices.com

11/06/2026

Operating dual nozzles from a single controller, the Nimbus covers twice the treatment area without doubling complexity. Perfect for researchers and engineers scaling up plasma processing workflows.

Whether you're activating substrates, improving adhesion, or enhancing material properties, this system delivers precision and speed. Australian labs, meet your new productivity benchmark.

As the authorised Australian distributor and service partner, AVS ensures you get expert installation, training, and ongoing support right here at home. No overseas delays. Just reliable, local expertise.

Ready to accelerate your research? Let's talk.



Australian Vacuum Services Pty Ltd
Email [email protected]
Phone: +61 (0) 2 8626 6495 / Mobile +61 (0) 4 2361 3086
Web: https://www.australianvacuumservices.com

11/06/2026

Torr Scientific offers a range of titanium viewports, suitable for repeated bake out with ultra-high vacuum (UHV) performance. These are available with either fused silica or sapphire optics, plus both the fl**ge and weld ring are fully constructed from grade 2 titanium.

Relative magnetic permeability (µᵣ) is a ratio of how magnetic an object is in comparison to a vacuum, which is described as “unity”, or equal to 1.0.

Our titanium viewports have been designed to offer the lowest magnetic permeability possible, rated at µᵣ = 1.00005. This is why titanium is the ideal material for sensitive components within quantum, aerospace and scientific research industries, including surface science!

Previously our best non-magnetic option was 316LN stainless steel, which is rated as µᵣ = 1.005. These viewports are manufactured with a niobium weld ring, and this has a µᵣ of around 1.000237.

A benefit of titanium is that it is also resistant to corrosion and is a more lightweight material than stainless steel!

Furthermore, as both the weld ring and the fl**ge are titanium this means that the thermal conductivity is perfectly matched, improving cohesion.

This is not the case for niobium and stainless steel which differences in thermal conductivity (and issues with creating an intermetallic) creates further challenges for manufacturing.

To learn more about our titanium viewports, please reach out to our sales team: [email protected]



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05/06/2026

29/05/2026

Booster + RVP roughing pump on large freeze drying system needed some service and assessment of pressure gauges, isolation valves and operation. PLC controlled operation, threshold of booster around 30 mBar and dual range vacuum gauges.

28/05/2026

Discover how Australian Vacuum Services combines expertise, reliability, and innovation to deliver top-tier vacuum technology solutions. From high vacuum system sales to specialized engineering consultancy, we support industries with precision-driven results. Learn more about our services in nanotechnology and vacuum systems—visit your website today to explore how we can meet your business needs.

27/05/2026

🔬 When your client builds a Scanning Electron Microscope from scratch — and then open-sources the whole thing.

We had the privilege of working with a researcher pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the home lab and workshop. Their latest milestone? A fully documented, open-source SEM build — and the video is now live on YouTube.

This isn’t just impressive engineering. It’s science democratised. 🧬⚡

From electron optics and vacuum systems to signal detection and imaging — every step is shared so the global maker and research community can learn, build, and improve on it.

🎬 Watch the full build video → link in bio
▶️ youtu.be/Ku04_mVZx_E

🛠️ At Australian Vacuum Services, we love seeing projects like this — where deep vacuum knowledge meets bold open-source thinking. Vacuum technology is at the heart of every SEM, and it’s incredible to see it in the hands of passionate builders.

⚠️ Just to be clear — this is a fun, experimental build for learning and demonstration purposes only. It’s not a commercial instrument and shouldn’t be confused with a high-end professional SEM. Think of it as the spirit of open science in action — raw, hands-on, and genuinely impressive for what it is! 😄🔧

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27/05/2026

Torr Scientific offers a range of phosphor screens, both as individual components and as part of a MCP detector, but what is a phosphor?

Phosphor is a term to describe a material that exhibits either fluorescent, phosphorescent or cathodoluminescent behaviours.

These all refer to emitting light in response to a stimulus.

Fluorescence and phosphorescence are typically in response to visible or ultraviolet light (can include X-rays as well), whereas cathodoluminescent is in response to an electron beam.

Fluorescence and phosphorescence differ in how long until the emission occurs, phosphorescence dissipates some of the light before responding, whereas fluorescence is closer to an instantaneous emission.

There are numerous types of phosphors, which differ on attributes such as the colour of light they emit, the delay before emitting and their efficiency.

Phosphors are formatted as “P” followed by a number, as designated by the JEDEC and the EIA.

Our most popular type of phosphor is P43, this emits light at 545 nm (yellow-green colour) and is known for its high efficiency, high brightness, and small grain size giving higher spatial resolution. However, it can be slightly slower to decay (reduce in brightness after the initial emission) than other phosphors.

Here at Torr, we can both offer new phosphor screens as well as providing a refurbishment service for existing screens.

If you would like to learn more about our phosphor screen refurbishments, check out our newsletter article: https://torrscientific.co.uk/refurbishing-phosphor-screens-incl-leed-rheed/

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