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Rev. B MultiMode SPM Instruction Manual 103

Chapter 7 TappingMode AFM

This chapter covers procedures for operating the MultiMode SPM using TappingMode in air. It is

assumed that the operator has previously prepared a TappingMode probe tip and aligned the SPM

head per instructions provided in Chapter 5 of this manual. Additional information regarding

cantilever preparation is provided in Chapter 4.

Note: TappingMode is disabled for users of NanoScope E conﬁgurations.

The following sections are included in this chapter:

• Basic Principle of TappingMode: Section 7.1

• Preparation Prior to Imaging: Section 7.2

• Switch to TappingMode: Section 7.2.1

• Show All Items: Section 7.2.2

• Check Parameters: Section 7.2.3

• Adjust Laser and Photodetector: Section 7.2.4

• Additional preparations: Section 7.2.5

• Tune the Cantilever: Section 7.2.6

• Setting the Drive Amplitude and Setpoint: Section 7.2.7

• Engaging The Microscope: Section 7.3

• Withdrawing the Tip: Section 7.4

• Beyond Basics with Resonating Techniques: Section 7.5

• Subtleties of Cantilever Oscillation: Section 7.5.1

• Tuning the Cantilever Drive Frequency: Section 7.5.2

• Optimization of Scanning Parameters: Section 7.5.3