SOLUTIONS / PLATFORMS & TESTBED CRYOSTATS
Modular and compact environments for cryogenic research and device operation
SOLUTIONS / PLATFORMS & TESTBED CRYOSTATS
Modular and compact environments for cryogenic research and device operation
Cryogenic characterization is a must to accelerate and enable breakthrough science and quantum technologies. But novel materials, cryoelectronics and quantum devices are not being developed for development’s sake. They will underpin groundbreaking new applications that help address some of the most pressing challenges of our time for the benefit of humanity. Quantum sensors, quantum communication devices and future error-corrected quantum computers will rely on scalable and efficient cooling for their operation.
Without a future-proof cooling technology, quantum computing will remain a pipe dream.
At kiutra, we are driving the quantum vision forward by providing the quantum community with record-fast characterization hardware and services. We are actively researching magnetocaloric cooling, which promises to provide cryogenic temperatures for applied quantum technologies in a scalable and sustainable way – independent of the supply of scarce helium-3.
We are leaders in the field of cryogenic magnetic cooling and are pursuing several R&D projects to constantly push the boundaries of our cooling technology. As part of successful projects such as SPROUT or MILLENION, we have developed compact cryostats for the operation of superconducting, semiconducting and trapped-ion quantum devices. As part of the LEMON project, we are now working on the world’s first large-scale, highly modularized magnetic cooling system that will meet the requirements of full-stack quantum computers: cooling at extremely low temperatures and high cooling power.
Our current S-Type and T-Type cryogenic platforms were developed by our cryo-engineers along our technology roadmap to provide invaluable insight and proof of the potential of our cooling technology. These compact cryostats are used as operating and testbed systems by various research partners and customers around the world. With a small footprint they provide simplified, adaptable and cryogen-free cooling for a range of use cases.
S-Type Essential
Rack-integrated sub-kelvin platform for continuous cooling without helium-3
Key benefits
Versatile cryogenic platform
Despite its compact size the S-Type Essential features a large sample platform to accommodate complex user setups or multiple electronic devices. The system can be easily adapted to integrate, special wiring, fiber-optics or custom setups.
Continuous and cryogen-free sub-Kelvin cooling
The S-Type Essential is equipped with two ADR units that enable continuous, cryogen-free sub-kelvin cooling. Additionally, both units can operate in ‘one-shot’ mode to achieve lower temperatures for a limited duration. In both modes, the cooling process is fully automated and can be managed through our intuitive graphical user interface. With largely automated operation, the system is easy to use and does not require special expertise.
Fully integrated cooling solution
The S-Type Essential is fully integrated into a 19’’ rack, with the cryostat in the lower compartment and control electronics above. The upper section also provides space for user electronics, keeping the system’s footprint minimal. Combining closed-cycle and magnetic cooling, it operates quietly, with minimal maintenance and largely automated control.
Example applications
– Quantum communication
– Study and operation of optoelectronic quantum devices
– Optical spectroscopy
Get in touch to find out more about the S-Type Essential.
S-Type Optical
Sub-kelvin platform with optical access and ultra-low vibrations
Key benefits
Optical access
Expand your optical investigations into the sub-kelvin temperature regime with large free-beam access down to the mK stage in a vertical direction.
Proprietary cryogenic interface
Easily prepare your low-temperature setup outside the cryostat with our proprietary sample exchange mechanism.
Continuous and cryogen free operation
Continuous operation at 300 mK independent of helium-3 supply.
Compact platform
Make more room in your lab with space-saving compact 19” rack integration.
Modular design
Take advantage of a highly modular system and configure your device for your specific use case using magnets, wiring, fibers, positioners and more.
Example applications
– Quantum communication
– Study and operation of optoelectronic quantum devices
– Optical spectroscopy
Further information
– S-Type Optical installed at TUM
– Video documentation on S-Type Optical sample loading process
– Scientific poster made for the Rare-Earth Ions for Quantum Information (REIQI) workshop 2024
Get in touch to find out more about the S-Type Optical.
T-Type Optical
Optical kelvin temperature cryostat optimized for trapped-ion chips
Key benefits
Increase the lifetime of trapped ions through XHV and cryogenic temperatures.
Ensure coherent manipulation of ions through ultra-low vibrations.
Get full ion control through multidirectional free-beam optical access.
Maximize compatibility with a compact system that mounts to your optical table, accommodating most trap designs.
Example applications
– Development and operation of ion traps and trapped ion chips – see, for example, trapped ion quantum computing at Infineon.
– Investigations of optical devices
Get in touch to find out more about the T-Type Optical.
