Traditional crystallography is difficult to practice, unless you know mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing etc….. :-)

If one need to make science with room temperature diffraction, there is know substitution to old type glass capillaries that can be properly sealed :-\

FF

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On Nov 12, 2012, at 19:00 , Nian Huang <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

Hi Michael,
I would recommend an alternative
http://www.mitegen.com/products/micrort/micrort.shtml
Traditional capillary is a pain to handle, unless you have a rock sized crystal.
Good luck,
Nian Huang

On Mon, Nov 12, 2012 at 11:13 AM, Michael Roberts <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

Dear All,

I would be interested to learn of other crystallographers' experience in their use of glass capillaries for protein crystal growth and X-ray diffraction clarity.
There are many types of glass available - quartz, soda glass, borosilicate, etc. Are there specific types which people prefer for best results overall?

Best wishes,

Michael Roberts