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Scanning Electron Microscope
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Scanning Electron Microscope
FEI Nova NanoSEM 600
FEI Nova NanoSEM 600
Features & Capabilities
The
ThermoFisher energy dispersive x-ray detector
(EDS) collects x-ray spectra for rapid element identification and quantification
The
Gatan MonoCL spectrometer
has a high-sensitivity photomultiplier tube detector and a Xiclone liquid nitrogen-cooled CCD array
Nanometer-scale secondary, backscattered, and scanning transmission electron imaging
Variable pressure capability allows imaging and analysis of samples without a conductive coating
Large sample chamber can hold specimens up to 15 cm in diameter and several centimeters thick
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