How to Generate UHV – Tips and Tricks for Achieving Ultra-High Vacuum

Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) is essential for many advanced scientific and industrial applications, from particle accelerators to materials research. This whitepaper shares practical insights into the physical principles, component selection, and operational techniques that make achieving UHV reliable, safe, and efficient.

What is the whitepaper about?

Generating ultra-high vacuum is not just about choosing the right vacuum pump: It's about getting every detail right. From the physics of pressure and particle behavior to best practices in system setup, this whitepaper provides:

• A clear introduction to UHV fundamentals and why they matter

• Step-by-step recommendations for selecting turbomolecular vacuum pumps and backing pumps

• Guidance on forevacuum pressure control, venting, bake-out, and magnetic shielding

• Practical tips to avoid common pitfalls in UHV setups

• A checklist for professionals to ensure contamination-free installation and safe operation

With real-world examples and expert explanations, this guide is ideal for anyone looking to improve the reliability, cleanliness, and performance of UHV systems.

Who should read it?

This whitepaper is written for professionals working in research and development, laboratory environments, system integration, and high-precision manufacturing. It is especially relevant for engineers, technicians, and decision-makers involved in designing or maintaining vacuum systems.