Access Modes on labSAXS

labSAXS is treated as another instrument in the Diamond suite of facilities. As such it is available for PRP access during the regular calls every 6 months.

Long Term propsals that are for developing sample environments and/or other data collection strategies in conjunction with the Sample Environment Development Lab (SEDL) are encouraged.

Energy 9.2keV (using the Ga MetalJet)

Camera Length 0.05 - 4.5m (Selected by user)

Q Range covered 0.18-300nm (Dependent on camera length)

All measurements will be carried out under vacuum conditions. Samples must be prepared accordingly.

As labSAXS moved into an operational phase we now offer a regular Mail-In and Rapid Access service. These can be applied for at any time and will be run as soon as possible around the regular PRP and Sample Environment Development Projects.

With a move to this mode there will not be any defined deadline for either Mail or Rapid Access calls and time will be offered to all applicants subject to normal checks.

Proposals will be assessed as soon as they are submitted, NOT after any deadline.

Please use this Rapid Access proposal form, uploading it as your science case when you submit a proposal for mail in or Rapid Access.

To get through the process, including shipping of kits and samples to and from DLS, we suggest proposals are made at least 1 month prior to expected measurement.

Once you receive confirmation about awarded beamtime, you can expect a delivery from the DL-SAXS team with sample holders and preparation materials.

You will be required to fill in the Mail-in Experimental Form, closely following all instructions (the closer you follow the instructions, the easier it will be for the beamline scientist to run your samples correctly!).

Next, you are expected to prepare samples, pack them carefully and send back to us providing all safety documentation via UAS. Instructions on sample preparation can be found within the Mail-in Experimental Form.