Benchmarking Lateral Resolution in Dry Cryostats

This tech note evaluates the lateral resolution capabilities of the attoAFM I microscope in low- and ultra-low-vibration cryostats, specifically the attoDRY2100 and attoDRY2200. It highlights the impact of cryostat vibrations on AFM imaging, demonstrating superior resolution in the attoDRY2200 with a remarkable lateral resolution of ~7.5 nm. The findings emphasize the importance of vibration isolation in achieving high-resolution measurements for nanoscale materials characterization.