Spherical Single Piece Vacuum Chamber
Concept Vacuum’s single‑piece vacuum chambers are precision‑machined from a single billet, creating a seamless, monolithic structure with integrated ports and complex multi‑face geometries. With no welds, these chambers offer minimal internal volume, exceptional conductance, and repeatable component alignment. Ideal for high‑performance UHV, XHV, optical, plasma, and quantum applications.
These chambers are suited to demanding research platforms including cold‑atom systems, quantum sensors, plasma confinement, interferometry, spectroscopy, and precision metrology.
Features & Benefits
- AISI 316L Monolithic Construction
- Zero welds for best vacuum performance
- Eliminates virtual leaks and reduces outgassing
- Predictable performance in long‑term UHV/XHV operation
- Equipment mounting grooves included
- 6x DN150CF and 8x DN40CF flanges
Ultra‑Compact, High‑Performance Geometry
- Minimal internal volume enables faster pump‑down
- Integrated multi‑port layouts improve conductance and alignment
- Ideal for tight optical systems, steep field gradients, and uniform plasma behaviour
Material Options for Every Application
Other materials are available:
- Aluminium: lightweight, low magnetic permeability, excellent thermal conductivity, cost‑effective machining
- Titanium: ultra‑low outgassing, magnetic neutrality, high strength with low mass
Each material is selected for its performance in advanced vacuum applications. Alternative seal materials may be required for alternative materials. Please get in touch to discuss. Every chamber is fully compatible with CF (ISO3669) sealing technology and prepared to meet strict UHV cleanliness requirements.
UHV‑Ready by Design
- All materials compatible with CF flanges (ISO3669)
- Surfaces prepared for UHV cleanliness and finishing standards
Wide Application Range
- Cold‑atom (MOT, molasses) experiments
- Ion/electron traps (Penning, Paul, etc.)
- Quantum computing and sensing
- MBE/ALD surface science
- High‑precision spectroscopy and metrology
Custom & Standard Solutions
If you can’t find exactly what you want, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
- Off‑the‑shelf catalogue of optimised designs
- Fully bespoke in-house machining for specialised geometries (Add “in-house”)
- Proven track record, including custom solutions for top research institutions