Amptek Inc.
Tel: 781-275-2242
Email: sales@amptek.com
FAST SDD® Detector for EDS (SEM)
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/
Basler Inc.
Tel: +1 610-717-5517
Email: sales.usa@baslerweb.com
Digital Microscope Cameras
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.
CoolLED Limited
Tel: +1 800-877-0128
Email: info@coolled.com
CoolLED PE-Series LED Illumination Systems
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.
Daylight Solutions, Inc.
Tel: 858-432-7533
Email: mbarre@daylightsolutions.com
Spero Infrared Microscope
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
Deben
Tel: +44 (0) 1359 244 870;
+1 201 410 5028 (Angstrom Scientific)
Email: paulg@deben.co.uk
In Situ Testing for Microscopy
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
Diatome U.S.
Tel: 215-412-8390
Email: sgkcck@aol.com
Cryo Immuno
The first cryo knife with a diamond platform and 35° cutting angle that leads to a considerable reduction in mechanical stresses and therefore to improved structure preservation in sucrose-protected samples.
Electron Microscopy Sciences
Tel: 215-412-8400
E-mail: stacie@ems-secure.com
EMS-002 Cryo Workstation
The EMS-002 Cryo Workstation is a complete ultra rapid freezing system that captures rapid events and labile structures that are not seen in chemically fixed materials.
Evans Analytical Group
Tel: 408-530-3500
Email: helpdesk@eag.com
Material Characterization
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.
Excelitas Technologies (X-Cite®)
Tel: +1 800-668-8752
Email: X-Cite@excelitas.com
X-Cite®
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.
EXpressLO LLC
Tel: +1 321-663-3806
Email: info@EXpressLO.com
EXpressLO™ Ex Situ Lift Out System
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.
Hitachi High Technologies America, Inc.
Tel: 800-548-9001
Email: kyoko.ramirez@hitachi-hta.com
Electron, Ion, and Probe Microscopy
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
ibss Group, Inc.
Tel: 415-566-5774
Email: admin@ibssgroup.com
ibssgroup.com
GV10x DS Asher
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
JPK Instruments AG
Tel: +49 30-726243-500
Email: Bagordo@jpk.com
NanoWizard® ULTRA Speed A AFM
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
LaVision BioTec
Tel: +49 (0) 521 9151 390
Email: pingel@lavisionbiotec.com
TriM Scope II 2-Photon Microscope
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
Leica Microsystems
Tel: 800-248-0123
Fax: 846-405-0164
Email: yourimage@leica-microsystems.com
Leica EM CPD Critical Point Dryer
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.
Leica EM VCT100 Vacuum Cryo Transfer System
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.
Leica EM TIC 3X Ion Beam Slope Cutter
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.
Leica EM ACE Series of Coaters
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.
Leica EM UC7 Ultramicrotome
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.
Linkam Scientific Instruments
Tel: +44 (0) 1737 363476
Email: Duncanstacey@linkam.co.uk
THMS600 Heating/Cooling stage
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
CMS196 Cryo CLEM stage
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
Max Levy Autograph
Tel: 800-798-3675
Email: tom.cinque@ii-vi.com
Microscope Metrology Calibration Tools
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.
McCrone Microscopes & Accessories
Tel: 630-887-7100
Email: lbolin@mccrone.com
NeoScope II Benchtop SEM
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
Microtome Service Company
Tel: 315-451-1404
Email: mitch@MicrotomeServiceCo.com
http://www.microtomeserviceco.com
Microtome Sales, Service, and Parts
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
NanoMEGAS USA
Tel: 480-389-6816
Email: robert@appfive.com
Topspin Experiment Framework for (Transmission) Electron Microscopy
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
Oregon Physics
Tel: +1 503-601-0041
Email: info@oregon-physics.com
Plasma FIB Service Laboratory
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.
Pfeiffer Vacuum
Tel: 800-248-8254
Email: Jgiambartolomei@pfeiffer-vacuum.com
HiPace turbopumps
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
Protochips
Tel: 919-341-2612
Email: megan@protochips.com
Atmosphere Environmental Gas Cell
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
Rigaku Corporation
Tel: +1-512-225-1796
Email: michael.nelson@rigaku.com
Rigaku nano3DX
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.
SPI Supplies
Tel: 610-436-5400
Email: sales@2spi.com
UV Prep
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.
Plasma Prep™ III
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.
Wet Cell II
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.
Sutter Instrument
Tel: 415-883-0128
Email: alex@sutter.com
SmartShutter™
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
Lambda XL
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
Lambda DG-4 / DG-5 PLUS
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
Lambda 10-3
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
MPC-385 / MPC-325
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.
SOM—Simple Moving Microscope
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.
Ted Pella, Inc.
Tel: 800-237-3526
Email: sales@tedpella.com
High Resolution FE-SEM Sputter Coaters
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
PELCO BioWave® Pro
APPLICATIONS
Processing for EM, Light Microscopy, Immunolabeling and Decalcification
FEATURES
∙ Prevents heat damage ∙ Rapid specimen turnaround ∙ Variable power processing ∙ Pre-programmed protocols
PELCO easiGlowTM
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
PELCO® Silicon Nitride Support Films and TEM Supplies
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 ∙ EasyGripTM edges for improved handling
PELCO® Modular SEM Sample Holders and Q Pin Stubs for Correlative Microscopy
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
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Tel: 1 800-532-4752
Email: info.microanalysis.us@thermofisher.com
www.thermoscientific.com/spectroscopy
NORAN System 7 X-ray Microanalysis System
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.
XEI Scientific, Inc.
Tel: 650-369-0133
Email: sales@evactron.com
Evactron® 25Z De-Contaminator
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
Evactron® 45Z and 40Z De-Contaminators
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
Evactron® SoftClean™ Chamber
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
Evactron® Plasma Radical Sources
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
