Considering a new side-entry STEM from NION? Ask your sales representative about Hummingbird Scientific in-situ sample holders!

How are Hummingbird holders optimized for NION STEMs?

In-house precision machine shop, microfabrication facilities, calibration and nanoscience laboratories

Enables a superior standard for NION tolerance compliance

Enables custom modifications and bespoke hardware configurations

How are we equipped to support NION users?

Simplified procurement via certified global distribution channels

Bundled sample holders with purchases of NION STEMs

See below for a full list of products compatible with NION microscopes

Software

How do we approach holder control software?

Integrated, intuitive, and accessible control software

No limit on license duration or number of installations

No subscriptions, upgrades pathways, or restrictive dependencies

Modularly integrated

Works with NION software ecosystem, including Swift™

Synchronization of holder controls and microscope scripting frameworks supporting interoperability, automation, and AI-driven workflows

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Hummingbird Scientific holders compatible with all
NION
microscope models?
Do I need to modify my
NION
microscope to use your in-situ holders?
How do you ensure your holders meet strict
NION
tolerance standards?
How do Hummingbird holders compare to standard
NION
sample holders?
Can you create a custom holder design for a unique experiment on my
NION
microscope?
Are your holders compatible with
NION
Python APIs  and automated software ecosystems?
Do your holders affect the imaging performance of
NION
microscopes?
Are your environmental holders safe for operation in
NION
microscopes?
What kind of post-purchase support do you provide for
NION
users?
Do you offer training classes for using your holders on
NION
microscopes?
What is your policy on software licenses and subscriptions?
Can you adapt a holder for a non-standard
NION
pole-piece gap?
Can I bundle a Hummingbird holder with a new
NION
microscope purchase?
How easy is it for me to get chips for my experiments?