A Users Guide to Vacuum Technology 4th Edition

Grab control of complex vacuum systems with confidence: A Users Guide to Vacuum Technology 4th Edition by John F. O’Hanlon and Timothy A. Gessert is the practical, authoritative reference engineers and researchers rely on.

Clear, accessible explanations guide you from core vacuum science to hands‑on system design. You’ll find step‑by‑step coverage of vacuum principles, vacuum pumps and instrumentation, pressure measurement, leak detection, materials and surface effects, outgassing, and system troubleshooting. Real-world examples, worked calculations, and practical design tips make the book ideal for both learning and day‑to‑day problem solving in vacuum engineering.

This updated fourth edition reflects contemporary practice and equipment, helping technicians, laboratory managers, and design engineers implement efficient, reliable vacuum systems across industries—semiconductor fabrication, thin‑film coating, fusion research, particle accelerators, space systems, and academic labs. Its balance of theory and applied guidance makes it equally useful for graduate students and experienced practitioners.

Global in scope and locally relevant, the book supports professionals in North America, Europe, Asia and beyond who need dependable guidance on vacuum system selection, maintenance and optimization. Written by respected experts, it combines technical rigor with practical usability so you can reduce downtime, improve process control, and design safer systems.

Add this indispensable resource to your professional library—equip your team with the knowledge to design and maintain high‑performance vacuum systems. Order A Users Guide to Vacuum Technology 4th Edition today and bring clarity to your vacuum engineering challenges.

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