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Eddy Current PlatePIRA 5K20.11 |
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A copper plate is completely cooled to LN2 temp. A large
magnet that drops on the tabletop with a 'thunk' will gently lower into
position with barely a sound on the copper plate.
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Recipe and
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Copper Plate |
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The copper must be COMPLETELY cooled. It will take a
good 5 min for the LN2 to stop boiling once the plate is added.
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