Soft copper wire 18 gauge ( wire diameter 1mm ) : 35cm ( about 14 inch) 26 gauge ( wire diameter 0.4mm ) : 2 strands, each 70cm ( about 27 inch) Subscribe!

We report a linear ion trap (LIT) in which the electric field is formed by fine wires held under tension and accurately positioned using holes drilled in two end plates made of plastic. The ...