APPLICATIONS

Scanning Electron Microscopes ∙ X-ray Fluorescence ∙ Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectrometry ∙ Non-destructive Analysis ∙ Elemental Analysis

FEATURES

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

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

APPLICATIONS

Microscopy for Clinical & Life Science Applications ∙ Material Inspection & Quality Control ∙ Diagnostic Labs ∙ Fluorescence Microscopy ∙ Education

FEATURES

High sensitivity, excellent image quality and color reproduction, easy to use microscopy software, outstanding price/performance ratio — Basler provides over 25 years of vision technology experience and leading digital camera technology.

www.baslerweb.com/microscopy

APPLICATIONS

Atomic Force Microscopes ∙ High Resolution AFM Imaging ∙ Nanomechanical Analysis ∙ Nanoelectrical Measurements ∙ Nanochemical Measurements

FEATURES

FastScan achieves the highest resolution imaging — any time, every time; unleashing bandwidth to go fast and explore real-time changes; capture complete quantitative nanoscale property data.

www.bruker.com/FastScan

APPLICATIONS

BioAFM ∙ Cell Mechanical Properties ∙ Molecular Imaging ∙ Cell Imaging

FEATURES

Resolve offers the highest resolution imaging of all biological samples while on inverted optical microscopes with comprehensive capabilities for cell mechanics and molecular force spectroscopy.

www.bruker.com/BioAFM

APPLICATIONS

Multipoint Confocal Microscopy ∙ Live Cell Fluorescence Imaging ∙ Photomanipulation ∙ Spectral Imaging

FEATURES

Opterra II tailors speed, resolution, and intensity for low photo-toxicity and photo-bleaching on biological specimens, with sub-10% illumination uniformity, photo-activation, spectral imaging and un-mixing capabilities.

www.bruker.com/Opterra

APPLICATIONS

Super-resolution Microscopy ∙ Video-Rate, Single-Molecule Localization ∙ Quantitative Analysis Modules ∙ Correlative High Speed Confocal Imaging

FEATURES

Vutara 352’s speed, imaging depth, and resolution deliver significant advantages over competing approaches, adding real-time quantitative analyses and including pair-correlation, co-location, cluster, and live-cell analysis.

www.bruker.com/Vutara

APPLICATIONS

∙ Fluorescence Microscopy ∙ Illuminators, Light Microscopy ∙ Lamps and Light Sources ∙ LED Illumination ∙ Live Cell Imaging

FEATURES

CoolLED offers a comprehensive range of LED illumination systems for bioscience and clinical microscopy. Contact the CoolLED team to learn more.

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

APPLICATIONS

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

FEATURES

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.

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

APPLICATIONS

Confocal Microscopy ∙ Flow Cytometry/Optical Trapping ∙ DNA Sequencing ∙ Environmental Monitoring ∙ Bio-instrumentation/Bio-technology

FEATURES

Eliminate frequency instability in single frequency laser diodes and prevent parasitic oscillations due to ASE in amplified laser systems. Wavelength tunability allows optimal isolation at a variety of wavelengths.

http://www.eotech.com/cart/40/free-space-optical-isolators/tornos-series-500-1030nm-low-power-wavelength-tunable-optical-isolators

APPLICATIONS

SEM and FIB remote plasma cleaner for accessory port mounting.

FEATURES

Compactly mounts on chamber port. Uses air to make oxygen radicals ∙ Simple push button control ∙ Available tablet interface ∙ Same cleaning power as Zephyr ∙ Fast Turbo Plasma mode cleaning at < 20 mTorr.

http://www.evactron.com/products/evactron-ep/

APPLICATIONS

Desktop plasma cleaner for SEM or TEM specimens and stages - Compact EP PRS preset for optimum hydrocarbon carbon removal using air.

FEATURES

Uses removable EP plasma radical source ∙ Push button cleaning ∙ EasiLoader™ for TEM stages ∙ 2 TEM stage ports ∙ Top loading for SEM samples ∙ RF shielded window ∙ Gentle cleaning without surface damage ∙ Compact and simple design ∙ Available tablet interface

http://www.evactron.com/products/evactron-softclean-chamber/

APPLICATIONS

SEM, FIB, and vacuum chamber remote plasma cleaner for accessory port mounting ∙ Table top controller

FEATURES

Uses air to make oxygen radicals ∙ Preset cleaning recipes ∙ Available computer interface ∙ Versatile and flexible ∙ Vacuum interlocked ∙ Fast Zephyr mode cleaning at < 20 mTorr

http://www.evactron.com/products/evactron-25-zephyr-de-contaminator/

APPLICATIONS

SEM, FIB, and vacuum chamber remote plasma cleaner for accessory port mounting ∙ Rack mount controller

FEATURES

Uses air to make oxygen radicals ∙ Preset cleaning recipes ∙ Uses computer interface ∙ Versatile and flexible ∙ Vacuum interlocked ∙ Fast Zephyr mode cleaning at < 20 mTorr ∙ Model 40Z has no local controls

http://www.evactron.com/products/evactron-model-40-de-contaminator/, http://www.evactron.com/products/evactron-model-45-de-contaminator/

APPLICATIONS

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

FEATURES

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

www.eag.com/mc

APPLICATIONS

FIB Lift Out ∙ Specimen Preparation ∙ S/TEM ∙ EBSD ∙ Transmission Kikuchi Diffraction

FEATURES

EXpressLO™ allows fast and easy ex situ lift out – no carbon film needed. No expensive FIB time required. Simple manipulation for backside milling, EBSD, TKD.

www.EXpressLO.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Super-resolution microscopy ∙ Light sheet microscopy ∙ TIRF microscopy ∙ Ratio imaging ∙ FRET

FEATURES

This 4.0-megapixel sCMOS camera offers enhanced quantum efficiency, 30 fps (USB3.0) or 100 fps (Camera Link), large dynamic range, and a wide field of view.

http://www.hamamatsu.com/us/en/community/life_science_camera/product/search/C11440-22CU/index.html

APPLICATIONS

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

FEATURES

Advanced solutions for materials science, biological research, and industrial manufacturing. Standard & VP-SEMs, TEM & STEMs, FIB-SEMs, Tabletop SEMs, AFMs, and microanalysis sample preparation systems.

http://www.hitachi-hightech.com/us/product_list/?ld=sms2

APPLICATIONS

∙ Nanoindentation ∙ Compression, Tension, Bending, and Fatigue Modes ∙ EBSD Correlation to Mechanical Properties ∙ Tip & Sample Heating up to 800°C ∙ Nano- to micro- in-situ testing solutions

FEATURES

CoHysitron’s PI 8X Series PicoIndenters are compact, versatile nanomechanical test instruments for use in SEM, ESEM, FIB, and ambient conditions.

https://www.hysitron.com/products-services/instruments-for-microscopes/pi-8x-sem-picoindenter

APPLICATIONS

∙ Nanoindentation and Compression ∙ Tensile Testing of Nanowires & Thin Films ∙ nanoScratch ∙ Fatigue ∙ Electrical & Heating Options

FEATURES

Hysitron’s PI 95 TEM PicoIndenter interfaces with major TEM models for performing compression, tension, bending, scratch, and fatigue testing with real-time TEM observation.

https://www.hysitron.com/products-services/instruments-for-microscopes/pi-95-tem-picoindenter

APPLICATIONS

∙ In-Situ Contamination Control ∙ Ex-Situ Sample Cleaning & Storage ∙ SEM/FIB/TEM ∙ SIMS/XPS/Review SEM ∙ Semiconductor

FEATURES

Reduces hydrocarbon contamination 10X to 20X more effectively and 10X faster than traditional methods; extended power range; non-damaging; ROI short as six months.

www.ibssgroup.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Courses/Workshops ∙ Databases ∙ Journals ∙ Materials Characterization ∙ Phase Identification

FEATURES

PDF-4+ 2015 is a comprehensive collection of inorganic materials containing 365,877 entries, produced in a standardized format that can be rapidly searched for unknown phase identification.

http://www.icdd.com/products/2015SalesCatalog.pdf

APPLICATIONS

∙ Microscopy Services ∙ Materials Characterization ∙ Surface Analysis ∙ Instrument Training ∙ Defect Analysis

FEATURES

Full range of characterization & high resolution imaging services, including Aberration Corrected TEM/STEM/ETEM; SEM; FIB; EELS; EDS; Optical, Structural, Surface, Thermal & Elemental analysis

https://le-csss.asu.edu/facility/john-m-cowley-center-high-resolution-electron-microscopy

APPLICATIONS

∙ -196°C to 600°C temperature range with liquid nitrogen ∙ Heating rate to 150°C/min; cooling rate to 100°C/min ∙ Better than 0.1°C accuracy and stability ∙ Options for gas control, humidity, pressure, vacuum and electrical measurements ∙ Mounts to enable vertical operation in IR or X-ray spectrometers

FEATURES

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.

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

APPLICATIONS

∙ Self-contained cryo correlative system avoiding contamination with automated liquid nitrogen refilling ∙ High precision encoded motorized XY with high speed automated mapping ∙ Short start up time with high long-term stability and low drift ∙ Self-aligning magnetic sample cassette system for up to three samples ∙ Integrated condenser optics for transmitted light

FEATURES

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.

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

APPLICATIONS

∙ Fully self-contained humidity control from 10% to 90%RH. No dry air supply required ∙ Highly stable +/- 0.5%. Ideal for long term material testing ∙ Compatible with a range of Linkam stages and other sealed chambers up to two liters ∙ Monitor the effects of environmental changes on a wide variety of materials ∙ Optional calibration kit including chamber and salt ampoules

FEATURES

The RH95 Humidity Generator provides precise control of RH% for a range of Linkam stages, ideal for sample characterization under changing environmental conditions.

http://www.linkam.co.uk/humidity-controller/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Calibrated, stable temperature control - ambient to +50°C ∙ Ideal for andrology studies at 37°C +/- 0.2°C ∙ Liquid crystal sensor for quick, visual, temperature calibration ∙ Touch screen controller with control of up to two stages or objective warmer, with data logging ∙ Ideal for live cell imaging applications

FEATURES

The WS37 warm stages have been designed for andrology applications ensuring microscope slides are held at 37°C for the study of sperm count and motility.

http://www.linkam.co.uk/warm-stages-features

APPLICATIONS

∙ Calibration and reference standards ∙ Resolution standards ∙ Stage micrometers ∙ Standards for microanalysis ∙ Testing equipment

FEATURES

MLA offers standard and custom metrology standards for imaging. Products are available from the X-ray out to the Infrared. Traceable calibration is a capability.

http://www.maxlevy.com/category/patterned-optics.html

Meadowlark Optics

Tel: 303-833-4333

Email: sales@meadowlark.com

www.meadowlark.com

APPLICATIONS

Meadowlark Optics offers spatial light modulators with response times 8x faster than competing technologies. Our microscopy kit is ideal tool for any volumetric fluorescence studies such as calcium imaging and/or photoactivation used to monitor and manipulate up to 1500 neurons/second.

FEATURES

∙ Multisite scan-less excitation ∙ Epifluorescence microscope ∙ High speed hologram generator and calibration software ∙ Excite and monitor activity of neuronal ensembles

http://www.meadowlark.com/spatial_light_modulators.php

APPLICATIONS

∙ Sorvall Microtomes and Ultramicrotomes ∙ Rotory Microtome Repair ∙ KnifeMaker Repairs ∙ AO 820 & AO 860 Repairs ∙ Fabricate & Modify Lab Equipment

FEATURES

Sales & Service of Sorvall, RMC, AO:820, 860 and Rotary Microtomes and GKM Knife Makers. Microtome & Lab accessories, fabrication and modifications to meet your specific needs. Microtome Rentals.

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

Minitool Inc.

Tel: (408) 395-1585

Email: rschaller@minitoolinc.com

www.minitoolinc.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Microscopy ∙ Microbiology ∙ Specimen Manipulation & Placement ∙ Medical Research ∙ Spectroscopy

FEATURES

Efficient, precise and realistically proportioned instruments in tip diameters from.025mm (.001”) to 1.0mm (.040”) are ideal for microscopists. Our line of micro-tools includes needles, gravers, chisels, knives, mirrors, probers, spatulas, hooks, scribes and microrulers. Also featured are micromanipulators, micro-sharpeners and micro-forceps. Tools are offered singly or in sets of eight tools with one handle to 32 tools with six handles.

www.minitoolinc.com

Oregon Physics

Tel: +1 503 601 0041

Email: info@oregon-physics.com

www.oregon-physics.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Negative and positive ion extracton ∙ Bolt-on to existing optical system ∙ utilize variety of gas species ∙ Supports surface analysis (SIMS) applications ∙ Supports high current micromachining (PFIB) applications

FEATURES

Integrates on existing ion optical systems to deliver the highest brightness, best imaging resolution and longest source lifetime for SIMS applications or high current FIB.

http://www.oregon-physics.com/hyperion2.php

APPLICATIONS

∙ Custom aperture strips ∙ standard aperture strips ∙ Suppressors ∙ Extractors ∙ For FEI FIB columns

FEATURES

Maintain optimal FIB performance. Proven, reliable parts made to exacting standards, with fast delivery assuring your parts will be in hand quickly, ready for installation.

www.oregon-physics.com

APPLICATIONS

∙ Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM) ∙ Fluorescence Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) ∙ Confocal Microscopy ∙ Phosphor Lifetime Imaging (PLIM)

FEATURES

The pco.flim is the first luminescence lifetime imaging camera. The camera has a revolutionary image sensor and makes use of fluorescence lifetime imaging in the frequency domain, making it suitable for numerous applications in the field of biomedical research.

http://www.pco-tech.com/special-cameras/pcoflim/

APPLICATIONS

∙ Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) sputter coating ∙ TEM carbon coating ∙ SEM carbon coating ∙ Metal evaporation option ∙ Thin film coating - including sequential sputter coating

FEATURES

The Q150T turbo-pumped series of coaters offer high resolution sputtering, carbon evaporation for SEM and TEM or both in one system. Three-year warranty is standard.

https://www.quorumtech.com/products/sputter-coaters-and-sem-tem-carbon-coaters

APPLICATIONS

∙ Cryo-SEM preparation and transfer ∙ Cryo-FIB/SEM preparation and transfer ∙ Cryo and ambient temperature transfer from glove a glove box

FEATURES

The PP3010T is a highly automated, easy to use, column-mounted, gas-cooled cryo preparation system suitable for most makes and models of SEM, FE-SEM and FIB/SEM.

https://www.quorumtech.com/quorum-product/pp3010t-cryo-sem-preparation-system

APPLICATIONS

∙ X-ray microscope ∙ computed tomography ∙ XRM ∙ CT ∙ High Resolution

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

∙ Ultra-high-speed CT scan and image reconstruction ∙ High-resolution wide field-of-view measurement ∙ Uses “Sample-Stationary Method” ∙ Low running cost

FEATURES

CT Lab GX series, for ultra-high-speed, high-resolution 3D X-ray micro CT. Using the Sample-Stationary Method, devices can perform CT scans in 8 seconds at top speed, with a minimum resolution of 4.5 μm.

http://www.rigaku.com/en/products/xrm/ctlab

APPLICATIONS

∙ Micro and nano- manipulators ∙ Vacuum-compatible piezo stages ∙ Probe testing positioners ∙ Picoscale laser Interferometer ∙ Microgrippers

FEATURES

SmarAct offers piezo-based high performance micro- and nanopositioners, advanced control systems; complete miniaturized manipulation systems and custom compact positioning systems that have sub-nm resolution.

http://www.smaract.de/FTP/SmarAct_Catalog_2015.pdf

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 instruments. The self-contained high vacuum compatible device enables the analyst to characterize a fluid in its natural state.

Sutter Instrument

Tel: 415-883-0128

Email: alex@sutter.com

www.sutter.com

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 conformal coating ∙ Wide choice of operating parameters to accommodate all sample types ∙ Purpose designed with optimized vacuum pumping system ∙ Rotary-Planetary-Tilting stage and high resolution thickness controller ∙ Easy to operate with fast cycle times

www.tedpella.com/cressington.htm

APPLICATIONS

∙ Microwave Tissue Processing for EM ∙ Light Microscopy ∙ Immunolabeling and Decalcification

FEATURES

ColdSpot® technology ∙ 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

Holey SiN films down to 100nm ∙ Solid membrane thickness of 8, 15, 35, 50 and 200nm ∙ 3mm diameter frame fits standardTEM holders ∙ EasyGrip™ edges for improved handling ∙ Variety of window shapes and sizes

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 sample holders ∙ Conductive adhesives ∙ Carbon tabs ∙ Conductive tape

www.tedpella.com/SEM-supplies.htm

APPLICATIONS

∙ Imaging Optics ∙ Lighting & Illumination ∙ Lasers ∙ Fibers ∙ Biomedical Imaging

FEATURES

OpticStudio 15.5 adds speed, capability, convenience, and flexibility to the most widely used optical and illumination design software in the industry ∙ Optimize classic lens designs 18x faster, easier, and with better results ∙ Added mobility for multi-user network systems with software licensing ∙ Incorporate high-resolution holograms and phase masks into optical system designs ∙ Deeper, easier visualization of 2D/3D optical system designs