APPLICATIONS

∙ Detectors ∙ Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectrometry (EDS) ∙ Spectrometers (X-ray) ∙ X-ray Analysis Equipment ∙ Scintillators

FEATURES

SDD detectors for EDS-XRF use with SEMs by OEMs. Low energy response of the Amptek FAST SDD^® extends down to carbon (C).

http://www.amptek.com/products/eds-sem-applications-with-c2-window/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Camera/Digital Camera Systems ∙ Cameras, CCD ∙ Cameras, CMOS

FEATURES

Leading digital camera technology (GigE, USB 3.0) and over 25 years of vision technology experience. Basler cameras offer easy integration, compact size, excellent image quality and an outstanding price/performance ratio.

www.baslerweb.com/microscopy

APPLICATIONS

∙ Fluorescence Microscopy ∙ Illuminators (LOM) ∙ Lamps and Light Sources ∙ LED Illumination (LOM) ∙ LED Lamps

FEATURES

Contact CoolLED’s U.S. office to learn more about our wide range of LED illumination systems for fluorescence and Optogenetics.

http://www.coolled.com/products/

APPLICATIONS

∙ FT-IR Microscopy ∙ Infra-Red Microscopes ∙ Spectrometers (light) ∙ Lasers ∙ Raman Spectroscopy/Microscopy

FEATURES

Spero is the world’s first laser-based infrared microscopy platform and provides: ∙ High spatial resolution chemical imaging ∙ Rapid data acquisition ∙ Discrete frequency imaging ∙ Uncooled operation

http://www.daylightsolutions.com/spero

APPLICATIONS

Deben manufacture in-situ testing stages as well as innovative accessories for SEM and TEM including SEM detectors, stages, stage automation and Peltier heating & cooling stages.

FEATURES

∙ Micro CT tensile scanning stages ∙ Centaurus scintillator CL and back scattered electron (BSE) detectors ∙ STEM detectors for SEM ∙ SEM heating and cooling Peltier stages ∙ Microtest tensile and compression stages

http://deben.co.uk/products/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Microscopy Services ∙ Surface Analysis ∙ Service Laboratories ∙ Microanalysis Services ∙ Failure Analysis

FEATURES

Providing high quality microscopy services including: SEM, S/TEM, EDS, EELS, EBIC, CL, EBSD, FIB imaging and now: Aberration Corrected STEM services using a Hitachi HD-2700.

www.eag.com/mc

APPLICATIONS

∙ Fluorescence Microscopy ∙ LED Illumination ∙ Illuminators ∙ Microscope Light Source ∙ LED Lamps

FEATURES

X-Cite^® offers innovative and reliable fluorescence illumination solutions for researchers and OEM integrators, with the power, control and stability required for their specific applications.

www.excelitas.com/X-Cite

APPLICATIONS

∙ FIB Accessories ∙ FIB Lift Out ∙ TEM Grids ∙ TEM Specimen Preparation ∙ APT Specimen Preparation

FEATURES

EXpressLO™ allows fast and easy ex situ lift out – no carbon support film needed. No expensive FIB time required. Simple manipulation for routine backside milling reduces curtaining.

www.EXpressLO.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs) ∙ Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEMs) ∙ Atomic Force Microscopes (AFMs) ∙ Focused Ion Beam Systems ∙ Ion Beam Milling

FEATURES

Advanced solutions for materials science, biological research, and industrial manufacturing. Standard & VP-SEM, TEM & STEM, FIB, tabletop SEM, AFM, and microanalysis sample preparation systems.

www.hitachi-hta.com/products/electron-ion-and-probe-microscopy

APPLICATIONS

∙ Contamination Control ∙ Long mfp Plasma Cleaning ∙ New In-Situ Cleaning Paradigm ∙ FIB/SEM/TEM ∙ SIMS/XPS/Review SEM

FEATURES

Unique plasma source is the engine in GV10x DS Asher that provides high power and low pressure long mfp plasma for cleaning chambers and specimens in-situ.

ibssgroup.com

APPLICATIONS

JPK is a lead ing man u fac tur er of nano-analytical instruments—atom ic force mi cro scope (AFM) and optical tweez ers sys tems—for life sci ences and soft mat ter ap pli ca tions.

FEATURES

∙ Fast scanning >100 Hz line rate in air and liquid ∙ Atomic resolution in closed-loop mode ∙ Easy-to-use QI™ mode for quantitative material property mapping ∙ Integration with optical microscopy by tip-scanning design and DirectOverlay™ ∙ Force measurements from single molecules to living cells

http://usa.jpk.com/nanowizard-r-ultra-speed-a-overview.830.us.html

APPLICATIONS

LaVision develops and manufactures advanced microscopy solutions for life sciences. TriM Scope II - modular multi-photon/confocal microscopy platform; UltraMicroscope II - light sheet microscope platform.

FEATURES

Fast intravital imaging with Cloud and resonant Scanner ∙ FRAP, photoactivation, photostimulation, uncaging and line imaging with Cloud Scanner ∙ SHG and THG imaging with OPO and Ti:Sa laser ∙ Integrated FLIM imaging with LaVision BioTec’s FLIM x16 TCSPC detector ∙ Ultrafast 64 beam imaging with up to 100 frames/s @ 2560x2160 pixel

http://www.lavisionbiotec.com/trim-scope-overview.html

APPLICATIONS

∙ Life Sciences ∙ Materials Science ∙ Critical Point Drying ∙ SEM Sample Preparation ∙ High-quality Samples

FEATURES

Dries delicate biological or industrial samples in a fully automated, controlled process to preserve surface structure for subsequent treatment and analysis.

http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/em-sample-prep/biological-specimens/room-temperature-techniques/drying/details/product/leica- em-cpd300/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Life Sciences ∙ Mounts to Any Vacuum-operated SEM, FIB, SIMS, AFM, or XPS Chamber ∙ Contamination-free Cryo Transfer

FEATURES

Samples are transferred in a well-defined environment, e.g., protective gas or high vacuum from a preparation instrument to analysis unit: can be kept at low-temperature for cryo- techniques.

http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/em-sample-prep/biological-specimens/low-temperature-techniques/vacuum-transfer/details/product/leica-em-vct100/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Materials Science ∙ Triple Ion Beam Cutter ∙ Cross-sections for SEM, Microstructure Analysis, and AFM ∙ Sample Preparation ∙ Milling at High Rates

FEATURES

For high-quality cross sections of materials, this instrument features three individually controlled ion beams that can cut up to three deep, broad samples in one process.

http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/em-sample-prep/industrial-materials/solid-state-technology/details/product/leica-em-tic-3x/

APPLICATIONS

∙ High vacuum coating for FE-SEM and TEM ∙ Low vacuum coating – Sputter Coating and Carbon Thread ∙ Sample Preparation

FEATURES

The latest advances in automated low vacuum and high vacuum coating systems – one touch coating with a small footprint.

http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/em-sample-prep/biological-specimens/room-temperature-techniques/coating/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Life Sciences ∙ Sample Preparation for TEM, SEM, AFM, and LM ∙ Room Temperature and Cryo Sectioning ∙ Materials Science ∙ Semi- and Ultra-thin Sections

FEATURES

Provides easy preparation of semi- and ultra-thin sections as well as perfect, smooth surfaces of biological and industrial samples for TEM, SEM, AFM and LM examination.

http://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/em-sample-prep/biological-specimens/low-temperature-techniques/ultramicrotomy/details/product/leica-em-uc7-1/

APPLICATIONS

The most versatile heating and cooling stage available. Precise temperature control. Ideal for use with light microscopy, FT-IR, UV, Raman, X-ray, SAXS and Synchrotron.

FEATURES

∙ -196°C to 600°C temperature range with liquid nitrogen ∙ Heating rate to 150°C/min; cooling rate 100°C/min ∙ 0.1°C accuracy and stability with no overshoot ∙ Options for pressure, vacuum, electrical measurements ∙ Mounts to enable vertical operation in IR or X-ray spectrometers

http://www.linkam.co.uk/thms600-features/

APPLICATIONS

The Linkam Cryo-CLEM stage allows vitrified samples to be imaged in brightfield and fluorescence without contamination. Grids can be mapped to provide correlative information.

FEATURES

∙ Self-contained cryo correlative system keeping the sample vitrified at constant -196°C ∙ High precision encoded motorized XY with automated mapping ∙ Short start up time with high long-term stability and low drift ∙ Self-aligning magnetic sample cassette system ∙ Integrated condenser optics for transmitted light – brightfield, phase contrast and fluorescence observation

http://www.linkam.co.uk/clem

APPLICATIONS

∙ Calibration Standards ∙ Resolution Standards ∙ Rulers ∙ Reference Materials/Reference Standards ∙ Accessories

FEATURES

MLA produces an array of image qualification products to evaluate any microscope or vision system. Components include reticles, resolution, distortion, MTF, and gray scale targets.

http://www.maxlevy.com/category/vision-tools.html

APPLICATIONS

∙ Benchtop Electron Microscopes ∙ Camera/Digital Camera Systems ∙ Digital Microscope ∙ Freeze Drying Equipment ∙ Heating Stages

FEATURES

Widest magnification range 10X-60,000X ∙ No special sample prep ∙ EDS for elemental analysis ∙ Images in under 3 minutes ∙ Intuitive touchscreen interface

http://www.benchtopsem.com/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Microtomes and Ultramicrotomes ∙ Microtome Repair ∙ Knifemakers ∙ Service and Repair ∙ Fabricate & modify lab equipment

FEATURES

Sales, service of Sorvall, DuPont and RMC Microtomes and GKM Knife Makers. Microtome & Lab accessories fabrication and modifications to meet your specific needs.

http://microtomeserviceco.com/index.php?route=information/information&information_id=7

APPLICATIONS

∙ Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM) ∙ Software for Microscopy ∙ Electron Backscatter Diffraction ∙ Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Spectrometry (EDS) ∙ Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)

FEATURES

Novel (S)TEM experiments enabled by synchronized beam scanning, beam precession and advanced analysis ∙ Strain, Orientation, and Phase Mapping ∙ Nanocrystal Characterization ∙ Enhanced EDX/EELS Spectroscopy ∙ in-situ microscopy

www.nanomegasusa.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Ion Beam Milling ∙ Microscopy Services ∙ Plasma FIB Service Laboratory ∙ Sample Preparation ∙ Service Laboratories

FEATURES

Save days or weeks of research time for samples 50µm to 1mm. Large area cross sections; micromachining slits and apertures; 3D FIB tomography; sample preparation.

www.oregon-physics.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Vacuum Equipment ∙ Mass Spectrometers/Residual Gas Analyzers ∙ Gauges, vacuum ∙ Leak Detection

FEATURES

HiPace® turbopumps offer the clearest image utilizing hybrid or magnetic bearing systems resulting in low vibrations, low magnetic stray field and long-term stability and reliability.

http://www.pfeiffer-vacuum.com/products/turbopumps/container.action

APPLICATIONS

∙ Catalysis ∙ Fuel Cells

FEATURES

Capability to precisely control gas environment at pressures up to 1 ATM and temperatures up to 1000 °C ∙ SmartTemp™ closed-loop temperature control for constant known temperature with any gas species or pressure ∙ Fully EDS compatible

http://www.protochips.com/products/atmosphere-gas-environmental-cell.html

APPLICATIONS

∙ X-ray Microscope ∙ Computed Tomography

FEATURES

Nano3DX is a X-ray microscope (XRM) with the ability to measure relatively large samples at high resolution using a high powered rotating anode X-ray source and a CCD imager.

http://www.rigaku.com/products/xrm/nano3dx

APPLICATIONS

∙ Materials Science ∙ Life Science ∙ Semiconductor ∙ Low Voltage Imaging ∙ Failure Analysis

FEATURES

The UV Prep is designed to remove hydrocarbon contamination from a sample surface prior to FE-SEM examination. The result is enhanced imaging and resolution at low accelerating voltages.

APPLICATIONS

∙ Materials Science ∙ Life Science ∙ Semiconductor ∙ Asbestos ∙ Failure Analysis

FEATURES

Solid state RF generator capable of 1 to 100W operations; Low Temperature asher/etcher; small footprint; 4" diameter x 6" depth Pyrex or Quartz Chamber; Optional Process Controller; Optional system for cleaning TEM Specimen Holders.

APPLICATIONS

∙ Materials Science ∙ Life Science ∙ Microfluidic Analytical Techniques ∙ Self-contained Interface ∙ Vacuum Compatible

FEATURES

The next generation device for the examination of liquids in SEM/EDS and TOF-SIMS i nstruments. The self-contained high vacuum compatible device enables the analyst to characterize a fluid in its natural state.

APPLICATIONS

Shuttering, Fluorescence Microscopy, Life Sciences, Imaging Hardware

FEATURES

∙ Life tested to 100 million cycles ∙ Complete opening time 8 msec from trigger ∙ Select partial opening function for neutral density capability ∙ “Soft” mode provides minimum vibration ∙ Stand alone, or use with Sutter filter wheel

APPLICATIONS

Microscope Illumination, Fluorescence Microscopy, Life Sciences, Imaging Hardware, OEM Illumination

FEATURES

∙ 10,000 hour expected lifetime for bulb ∙ No high-voltage pulse ∙ Highly stable output (less than ±1% fluctuations) ∙ Built-in driver for Sutter filterwheel and SmartShutter ∙ Low light loss through bulb life

APPLICATIONS

Fluorescence Microscopy, Ratio-metric Imaging, Wavelength Switching, Imaging Hardware, Life Sciences

FEATURES

∙ 0.5 msec switching between filters ∙ Integrated light source and wavelength switching excitation system ∙ Holds four or five interference filters and one neutral density filter ∙ Light guide output provides uniform illumination ∙ Direct computer control via parallel or serial interface

APPLICATIONS

Fluorescence Microscopy, Ratio-metric Imaging, Wavelength Switching, Imaging Hardware, Life Sciences

FEATURES

∙ As fast as 40 msec between adjacent filters (10 position wheel) ∙ As fast as 31 msec between adjacent filters (4 position wheel) ∙ Can control up to 3 wheels and 2 shutters, or 2 wheels and 3 shutters ∙ Compatible with SmartShutter™ stepper-motor controlled shutter ∙ Controls a variety of 12, 25, 32, and 50 mm filterwheels

APPLICATIONS

Life Sciences, Micromanipulation, Electrophysiology

FEATURES

∙ Single controller and ROE will run 2 stepper motor drive manipulators ∙ User-friendly interface: single button access to all major functions ∙ Accelerated mode for fast, manual manipulator movement ∙ Definable 4th axis for coaxial pipette movement ∙ Ultra-low drift, ultra-smooth movement.

APPLICATIONS

∙ Fluorescence Microscopy ∙ In vivo microscopy ∙ In vitro microscope ∙ Life sciences ∙ Photostimulation

FEATURES

The SOM is a small, simple microscope designed to allow a single experimental setup to be used for both in vivo and in vitro experimentation.

APPLICATIONS

Life Sciences, Materials Science, Semiconductors, SEM

FEATURES

∙ Grain-free, ultra-thin uniform and conform coating ∙ Wide choice of operating parameters to accommodate all sample types ∙ Purpose designed with optimized vacuum pumping system ∙ Includes Rotary-Planetary-Tilting stage and high resolution thickness controller ∙ Easy to operate with fast cycle times

www.tedpella.com/cressington.htm

APPLICATIONS

Processing for EM, Light Microscopy, Immunolabeling and Decalcification

FEATURES

∙ Prevents heat damage ∙ Rapid specimen turnaround ∙ Variable power processing ∙ Pre-programmed protocols

www.tedpella.com/BioWave.htm

APPLICATIONS

Life Sciences, Materials Science, TEM, Tomography

FEATURES

∙ Precise and easy vacuum settings ∙ Short cycle times ∙ Consistent results ∙ Intuitive touch screen for control and display ∙ Supports hydrophilic/hydrophobic and negative/positive modes

www.tedpella.com/easiGlow.htm

APPLICATIONS

TEM, STEM, Thin Film Research, Life Sciences, Materials Science

FEATURES

∙ Debris-free and resilient films ∙ Avail-able membrane thickness of 8, 15, 35, 50 and 200nm ∙ 3 mm diameter frame fits perfectly in TEM holders ∙ EasyGrip^TM edges for improved handling

www.tedpella.com/TEM-supplies.htm

APPLICATIONS

SEM, FE-SEM, FIB, FIB/SEM, CLEM

FEATURES

∙ Stage adapters for all major SEM brands ∙ Large selection of effective and practical sample holders ∙ Correlative microscopy square sample holders

www.tedpella.com/SEM-supplies.htm

APPLICATIONS

∙ Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectro scopy (EDS) ∙ Wavelength-Dispersive X-ray Spectro scopy (WDS) ∙ Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) ∙ Raman Spectroscopy/Microscopy ∙ FT-IR Spectroscopy/Microscopy

FEATURES

Specializing in intuitive, easy to use microspectroscopy that eliminates operator bias for consistent results. We are the world leader in serving science. When results count, count on us.

www.thermoscientific.com/microanalysis

APPLICATIONS

SEM, FIB, and vacuum chamber remote plasma cleaner; carbon removal from vacuum chamber.

FEATURES

Uses air to make oxygen radicals ∙ Preset cleaning recipes ∙ Available computer interface ∙ Simple operation ∙ Table top controller ∙ Fast Zephyr mode cleaning at < 20 mTorr

http://evactron.com/25zephyr

APPLICATIONS

SEM, FIB, and vacuum chamber remote plasma cleaners; carbon removal from vacuum chamber.

FEATURES

Use air ∙ Preset cleaning recipes ∙ Available computer interfaces ∙ Simple operation ∙ Rack mounted controllers ∙ Fast Zephyr mode cleaning at < 20 mTorr

http://evactron.com/evactron45; http://evactron.com/evactron40

APPLICATIONS

Desktop plasma cleaning of specimens; uses one PRS for SEM and specimen cleaning; cleaning without sputter etching

FEATURES

3 ports for TEM stage holders ∙ Top opening chamber lid for SEM samples ∙ RF shield built into lid ∙ Includes vacuum cutoff valve ∙ Uses air for cleaning gas

http://evactron.com/softclean

APPLICATIONS

Make oxygen radicals from air or oxygen gas; make hydrogen radicals from H2; plasma light sources.

FEATURES

A variety of size and appearance options ∙ Built-in pressure measurement ∙ Built-in gas flow control ∙ Compact size ∙ Easy mounting

http://www.evactron.com/images/files/prs-v.pdf; http://www.evactron.com/images/files/2012PRSu.pdf; http://www.evactron.com/images/files/prs-p.pdf