Metal-based thin-film (micro)electrodes require a surface pre-cleaning in order to remove any particles or dust, that would otherwise effect the electrochemical performance; repeatability, reproducibility and shelf-life.
Please click the button below to download the cleaning protocol for thin film/sputtered electrodes.
If you are cleaning with Piranha solution and the dielectric darkens as indicated in the photograph, please contact Zimmer and Peacock immediately.