Information on Tiered Rates
*Industrial/commercial users should enquire for a quote specific to your project.*
| Tier | Who is included in this tier | Cost calculation | 
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 users | 91次元, UM western, UM Helena, and Montana Tech | Base rate | 
| Tier 2 users | Other MUS academic, MT governmental agencies, Tribal Colleges, and all non-profits | Base rate + 25% | 
| Tier 3 users | Non-MUS academic, federal organizations | Base rate + IDC rate ( currently 47%) | 
*Fee Structure Valid thru June 30, 2025 (fee structure will be updated annually, please anticipate a 5% increase for future dates)
Fee Structure
Please use the X-ray Crystallographic Laboratory Sample Submission Form when sending the Facility your samples.
| Services | Tier 1 Rate | Tier 2 Rate | Tier 3 Rate | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 
 Unit Cell Determination (per structure)  | 
$25.00 | $31.25 | $36.75 | 
| 
 Staff time - training (per hour)  | 
$45.00 | $56.25 | $66.15 | 
| 
 Data Collection - Self (per structure)  | 
$40.00 | $50.00 | $58.80 | 
| 
 Data Collection - Staff (per structure)  | 
$25.00 | $31.25 | $36.75 | 
| 
 Data Workup - Staff (per structure)  | 
$105.00 | $131.25 | $154.35 | 
| 
 Liquid Nitrogen (per structure)  | 
$20.00 | $25.00 | $29.40 | 
| Consumables | At cost | ||
Color 3D printed crystal structures (all sizes are approximate and of the largest dimension).
*Prices include post-processing with Colorbond.*
| Size | Tier 1 Rate | Tier 2 Rate | Tier 3 Rate | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Small (1.5 inches) | $40.00 | $50.00 | $58.80 | 
| Medium (2.5 inches, recommended) | $60.00 | $75.00 | $88.20 | 
| Large (4 inches) | $100.00 | $125.00 | $147.00 | 
| Custom coloring | $5.00 | $6.25 | $7.35 |