QCM-D Best practices #2: The QCM-D sensor and how to handle for optimal performance

This webinar focuses on the manufacturing, selection, and practical handling of QCM-D sensors for optimal experimental outcomes. The session opens with an overview of how QCM-D sensors are produced, including the materials and methods such as sputtering and spin coating - used to create both standard and customized sensors. It covers key considerations in the manufacturing and quality control processes, ensuring sensors meet strict performance standards. The webinar then transitions to best practices for sensor selection based on experimental needs, surface chemistry, and application areas. It offers detailed guidance on sensor cleaning, priming, and baseline stabilization, as well as tips for troubleshooting and potential sensor reuse, all aimed at helping users achieve reliable, high-quality QCM-D data.