<h4>A comprehensive analysis of renewable fuel testing technologies, automation, and ISO-compliant proximate analysis</h4>The growing demand for renewable energy has increased the importance of accurate biofuel characterization. Biomass feedstocks and finished fuels must be carefully analyzed to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with international standards. LECO analytical instrumentation supports this work through automated and highly reliable analytical technologies.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/TGA_801_Termogravimetricka_analyza_vlhkosti_popela_tekavych_latek_a_ztraty_zihanim_b73c4cf493.jpg" alt="LECO: Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: LECO’s TGA801, used for automated biofuel analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_TGA_801_Termogravimetricka_analyza_vlhkosti_popela_tekavych_latek_a_ztraty_zihanim_b73c4cf493.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1164" height="435"><h3>Automated Proximate Analysis with LECO’s TGA801</h3>The<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1877"> LECO TGA801 thermogravimetric analyzer </a>is designed for automated determination of moisture, volatile matter, and ash content in solid fuels. The system can analyze up to 19 samples simultaneously and combine all three parameters into one automated run, improving efficiency and reproducibility.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_31e96f1c96.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: TGA801 system with ceramic turntable and crucibles for ISO 18123 volatile matter determination." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_31e96f1c96.jpg 235w," sizes="100vw" width="860" height="573"><h3>Comparison with ISO Reference Methods</h3>To validate the performance of the automated TGA801 system, comparative studies were conducted using internationally recognized ISO reference methods. Moisture determination was compared with ISO 18134, ash content with ISO 18122, and volatile matter with ISO 18123. These standards prescribe specific temperatures and analytical procedures, but also permit automated systems if equivalent performance can be demonstrated.The comparison included a broad range of materials such as wood pellets, peat, coal, plastics, and waste-derived fuels. Moisture and ash results generated by the TGA801 showed extremely close agreement with the manual ISO procedures. This strong correlation confirms that automated thermogravimetric analysis can provide the same reliability as conventional methods while greatly increasing throughput and reducing labor requirements.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_3887128788.jpg" alt="LECO: Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: ISO method crucibles for manual volatile determination." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_3887128788.jpg 172w," sizes="100vw" width="1264" height="1145"><h3>Volatile Matter Correlation Results</h3>For volatile matter analysis, both ISO and TGA procedures measure mass loss during a fixed period at 900 °C. The TGA method introduces an additional heating ramp from the moisture determination step at approximately 105 °C to the higher volatile matter temperature. Despite this procedural difference, the resulting data demonstrated excellent agreement.Testing performed on wood pellets showed a strong linear relationship between the ISO and TGA methods with an R² value of approximately 0.94. The maximum deviation observed was only 1.06%, while the average difference between methods was approximately 0.1%. These results confirm the ability of the TGA801 to produce highly accurate volatile matter measurements across a variety of biomass and fuel matrices.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_40f7189cef.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: Correlation and comparative data between ISO methods and LECO TGA analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_40f7189cef.jpg 172w," sizes="100vw" width="1065" height="967"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_1_7519e8e646.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: Correlation and comparative data between ISO methods and LECO TGA analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_1_7519e8e646.jpg 228w," sizes="100vw" width="1641" height="1120"><h3>Advantages of Automated Biofuel Analysis</h3><ul><li>High sample throughput with simultaneous multi-sample analysis.</li><li>Fully automated workflows reducing operator involvement.</li><li>Integrated determination of moisture, ash, and volatile matter in one run.</li><li>Excellent reproducibility and data consistency.</li><li>Strong agreement with ISO reference methods without additional calibration.</li><li>Improved data security and laboratory efficiency.</li><li>Suitable for research laboratories, industrial quality control, and fuel certification.</li></ul><h3>Automate Your Lab Today</h3>LECO analytical instrumentation provides a comprehensive solution for modern biofuel characterization. From calorific value determination and elemental composition analysis to ash fusibility and automated proximate analysis, these technologies support both scientific research and industrial production with fast, reliable, and reproducible results. The TGA801 demonstrates how automation can significantly improve laboratory efficiency while maintaining full compliance with ISO reference methods. By integrating moisture, ash, and volatile matter analysis into a single automated workflow, the system reduces labor requirements, increases throughput, and enhances data quality. As renewable energy continues to expand globally, advanced analytical systems will remain essential for ensuring fuel quality, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving innovation in sustainable energy technologies. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1877">Explore the features of the LECO TGA801 today.</a>

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Researchers&nbsp;Tereza Nešporová and Jaroslava Večerková from Brno's RECETOX explain why failures are also a valuable part of gaining knowledge, how they study the effects of chemical substances on the hormonal system, and why they apply their professional insights to their everyday lives.<h5>How did you get involved in research at RECETOX?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: I actually joined RECETOX by chance during my follow-up Master's studies in Environmental Chemistry, back when Professor Holoubek was still leading the institute. I wrote my thesis under Klára Hilscherová and simply stayed here ever since, except for a break during maternity leave. I have been part of her team the whole time, focusing on endocrine disruptors.&nbsp;What has changed over the years is the focus of our research. We used to study surface waters, particularly the presence of substances with endocrine-disrupting potential and their effects on organisms. Today, the research has shifted more toward humans and the interactions between chemical substances and the endocrine system.&nbsp;Tereza: I came from a completely different field. I studied molecular biology and worked on chronic lymphocytic leukemia for my Master's thesis at CEITEC. I used genetic engineering methods such as CRISPR/Cas9 for gene editing—activating, suppressing, or completely removing genes.&nbsp;At the time, Klára Hilscherová’s group needed to create cellular models with increased production of deiodinase enzymes, which I still work on today. I had heard only positive things about the team, and when I finished my Master's degree, I wanted to move beyond my original field. The connection between hormones and neurodevelopment attracted me, and RECETOX became the obvious choice.&nbsp;<h5>So you are in the same research team. How do you collaborate?&nbsp;</h5>Tereza: We sit in the same office. And that’s probably the main thing (laughs).&nbsp;Jaroslava: We discuss things a lot. Some mechanisms repeat across experiments, so we talk about how each of us evaluates data and why. We inspire each other, even though we do not directly collaborate on the same laboratory work.&nbsp;<h5>How does your work differ?&nbsp;</h5>Tereza: Our team is highly interconnected. We all work on developing assays for detecting endocrine-disrupting substances, specifically those affecting thyroid hormones. However, each of us focuses on a different part of the system.&nbsp;I focus on deiodinase enzymes, which regulate the activation and deactivation of hormones. Recently, I have been spending more time analyzing data and designing experiments than working directly in the laboratory.&nbsp;Jaroslava: Within the team, I mainly participate in testing different types of samples—from individual chemicals and mixtures to real environmental samples such as household dust—using the assays mentioned above.&nbsp;It is important to note that chemicals can affect the hormonal system at different levels. They can bind to or block nuclear receptors, affect hormone transport in the bloodstream, or interfere with hormone metabolism. In the past, only one part of this process was monitored. Today, we aim to cover the full spectrum of these interactions.&nbsp;Tereza: And that is crucial. A substance may appear negative in one test, yet affect another part of the system, producing a significant impact on the organism. That is why current research focuses on the entire range of possible mechanisms.&nbsp;<h5>Why did you choose endocrine disruptors as your research topic?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: For me, it was more or less a coincidence while choosing my thesis topic. But it turned out to be a fascinating area, so I stayed with it.&nbsp;Tereza: I had been interested in it for a long time. I also like that our work has a concrete outcome—we develop tests that can realistically be used in decision-making regarding the safety of chemical substances. Compared to my previous research, I feel this work has a much more direct application.&nbsp;<h5>What about your PhD studies?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: My PhD studies are currently on hold. After maternity leave, I returned as a laboratory technician, and my project work gradually shifted away from my original doctoral topic.&nbsp;Tereza: I am currently in the fourth year of my PhD studies. I also completed a research stay in Germany, where I learned to work with neuronal cells.&nbsp;As part of my studies, I focus mainly on deiodinases—the enzymes that act as the “on and off switches” of thyroid hormones. We are developing a test that can measure the effects of chemical substances on their activity.&nbsp;In addition, we are now studying how these substances affect neurons and their development, because proper thyroid hormone levels are crucial for nervous system development.&nbsp;<h5>What is the most challenging aspect of laboratory work?&nbsp;</h5>Tereza: Probably unpredictability. Cells do not always grow as expected, instruments have their bad days, and human error also plays a role. The important thing is to document all mistakes and complications and learn from them.&nbsp;Jaroslava: I agree with Tereza. The biggest challenge is unpredictability. Cells are living systems and do not always behave the same way.&nbsp;<h5>Can a career in science be combined with parenthood?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: At RECETOX, definitely. There is a great deal of flexibility, and managers are very supportive. When necessary, it is possible to work from home. We help each other a lot within the team.&nbsp;Tereza: It also depends on the type of work and whether it can be planned according to your needs. Our team collaborates closely and tries to help one another whenever necessary. That is key. And when needed, data analysis and manuscript writing can also be done from home.&nbsp;<h5>Is your work more routine or highly varied?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: Very varied. Laboratory work alternates with computer-based work. We are constantly learning new things. It is definitely not repetitive or boring, and that is what I enjoy about it.&nbsp;Tereza: The only routine in my work is taking care of cell cultures. Otherwise, the work is constantly changing. That is also what I enjoy most about it.&nbsp;<h5>What are the biggest challenges in your work?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: Data evaluation. Measuring something is one thing; evaluating and interpreting it correctly is another.&nbsp;Tereza: Implementing new methods. And also those moments when you do everything correctly according to a published protocol, yet the results still do not match expectations.&nbsp;In science, you have to learn to accept that not everything works the first time. The important thing is not to give up, to continue optimizing, and to keep hoping for success.&nbsp;<h5>What role should open science play?&nbsp;</h5>Tereza: A huge one. If we had access to detailed protocols and original datasets, it would save enormous amounts of time and money during the implementation and optimization of new methods. Scientific papers often omit details that are actually critical for experimental success.&nbsp;Jaroslava: It is also important to share failures. A negative result is still a result, and it can provide valuable information.&nbsp;<h5>You are both mothers. Does your work influence your personal lives?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: Absolutely. For example, we pay close attention to washing fruit because of chemical treatments. I encourage my children to think about what they consume, what it contains, and where it comes from. We try to avoid plastics and consistently separate waste.&nbsp;Tereza: Definitely. Even before having a child, I paid close attention to the composition of cosmetics, food, and other products. After becoming a parent, my caution multiplied.&nbsp;I was especially careful during pregnancy because a developing organism is most sensitive to harmful substances. Sometimes relatives raise their eyebrows at this, but when we have information firsthand, we cannot simply ignore it.&nbsp;Jaroslava: We also pay attention to toys, clothing, and materials used in the home. It is a kind of professional deformation (laughs).&nbsp;<h5>How can your research contribute from a broader perspective? How can others build upon it?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava: We are gradually optimizing methods that may eventually be used routinely. That is probably our greatest contribution.&nbsp;Tereza: Yes, our methods could help identify undesirable effects of substances before they reach the market, potentially leading to regulation of their production.&nbsp;<h5>Would you like to continue working on this topic in the future?&nbsp;</h5>Jaroslava Večerková: The topic of endocrine disruption is extremely interesting and very broad. The direction of research may change depending on current projects, but I would like to remain part of the team.&nbsp;Tereza Nešporová: I am very interested in uncovering how substances affect human health, and I believe I will want to continue working in this area. I like how dynamic the research is and that it has direct practical applications. I do not mind change, but I am happy within this team and would like to stay. We work together as a well-coordinated group.&nbsp;

Researchers Tereza Nešporová and Jaroslava Večerková: In science, we must learn to work with failure

Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 6th July 2026? Check out new documents from the field of spectroscopy/spectrometry and related techniques!<blockquote>👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library">SEARCH THE LARGEST REPOSITORY OF DOCUMENTS ABOUT SPECTROSCOPY/SPECTROMETRY RELATED TECHNIQUES</a></blockquote><blockquote>👉 Need info about different analytical techniques? Peek into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezLCMS</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezGCMS</a> libraries.</blockquote>This week we bring you brochure by Agilent Technologies, application note by Shimadzu and other document by Thermo Fisher Scientific!<h3>1. Agilent Technologies: The Easiest Smart Decision You Can Make - The Agilent 9500 ICP-MS</h3><ul><li>Brochure</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/br_9500_icp_ms_5994_9160en_agilent_240554d484.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>The brochure presents the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=9500">Agilent 9500 ICP-MS</a> as an ICP-QQQ system designed to bring triple quadrupole performance into routine laboratories without adding unnecessary complexity. It addresses common ICP-MS challenges such as spectral interferences, complex matrices, method development, re-runs, and the limitations of single quadrupole ICP-MS. The 9500 is positioned as a system that delivers reliable, interference-free trace element data while simplifying operation, method setup, and troubleshooting.A central feature of the system is Agilent’s proprietary Dual-Cell System (DCS), which combines Advanced Helium Mode (AHM) and Air mode. AHM replaces multiple traditional tune modes with one streamlined mode, helping reduce acquisition time by more than 33% while improving sensitivity, especially for low-mass elements. Air mode uses ambient air for oxygen mass-shift reactions, enabling effective removal of difficult on-mass interferences without the need for additional oxygen cylinders or related safety infrastructure.The brochure also highlights the system’s practical design improvements. These include Easy-fit sample introduction, automatic gas connections and torch alignment, improved access to the spray chamber, torch, cones, and peristaltic pump, reduced power consumption, lower exhaust flow, enhanced corrosion resistance, and a smaller footprint compared with previous ICP-QQQ systems. The 9500 also supports demanding applications such as high-salinity seawater analysis, rare earth element interference removal, and sub-ppt impurity analysis in high-purity titanium.Software and automation are presented as key parts of the workflow. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=OpenLab+ICP-MS">OpenLab ICP-MS </a>provides method development tools such as Method Advisor, preset methods, batch conversion from existing single quadrupole ICP-MS methods, guided diagnostics, reporting, and IntelliQuant screening. The 9500 can also be integrated with Agilent autosamplers, the AVS MS switching valve, and ADS 2 autodilutor to automate calibration, dilution, analysis, and reporting. Overall, the brochure positions the Agilent 9500 ICP-MS as a more accessible, productive, and future-ready ICP-QQQ platform for laboratories needing reliable results across complex sample types.<h3>2. Shimadzu: Continuous Automatic Measurement of Static Spring Constant and Dynamic Properties before and after Durability Tests on Rubber Vibration Isolators by Combination Test Software</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_01_01061_en_7301fb4069.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>A rubber vibration isolator is a product designed to prevent or mitigate the transmission of vibration and shock. It is widely used in various fields such as transportation equipment, construction, and industrial machinery.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=JIS+K+6385">JIS K 6385</a> “Rubber vibration isolators - Test methods” defines several test methods and terms for evaluating the performance of rubber vibration isolators. In order to estimate the fatigue life of rubber vibration isolators, a durability test method is specified in which the rubber vibration isolator is subjected to repeated loads to evaluate the presence of failure, cracks, or changesin properties. It is extremely important to evaluate the durability of rubber vibration isolators because deterioration in their performance can cause noise and instability.&nbsp;Shimadzu’s fatigue and endurance testing machine Servopulser’s Windows Software for 4830 has a function called a combination test, which automatically combines several tests and continuously executesthem. This article introduces an example of continuous automatic measurement of static spring properties and dynamic properties of rubber vibration isolators before and after durability tests, by using a combination test.<h4>Testing Equipment&nbsp;</h4>The EMT-1kNV-50 electromagnetic fatigue and endurance testing machine was used in these tests. Fig. 2 shows a photograph of the testing machine. The electromagnetic actuator with extremely high frequency response enables highly accurate dynamic testing. In these tests, the maximum test frequency was 100 Hz. The EMT series is most suitable for testing at such high frequencies.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>A fatigue and endurance testing machine was used to compare the static spring properties and dynamic properties of rubber vibration isolators before and after durability testing based on JIS K 6385. Combination testing software enables continuous and automatic execution of each test, thus reducing work time. The highly responsive EMT series also enables high-frequency testing with amplitudes of 0.05 mm and 100 Hz.<h3>3. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Enhancing Monoclonal Antibody Yield and Quality Through Automated Multi-Component Feedback Control Loops Using the MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer</h3><ul><li>Other document</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/monitoring_polymer_extrusion_wp1275_en_19f05a5436.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Understanding the structural changes of polymers during the extrusion process is essential for optimizing the manufacturing of extruded products. Extrusion can alter a polymer’s structure and properties in ways that can enhance its performance and functionality. Changes such as the transition from crystalline to amorphous phases or shifts in vibrational modes can be leveraged to tailor the end-polymer’s mechanical, thermal, and optical properties to meet specific application needs.&nbsp;Polymer extrusion is a high-volume manufacturing process where raw plastic materials, such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and polylactic acid (PLA), are melted and pushed through a shaped die to create specific and continuous profiles. In twin-screw extruders, this is accomplished using two intermeshing screws and a heating system to increase temperature, shear forces and pressure, in order to efficiently melt and homogenize the polymers. This process allows for the production of a wide range of plastic products with consistent shapes and properties.&nbsp;In addition to polymeric applications, twin-screw extruders are commonly used in pharmaceutical applications for mixing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with excipients. In battery manufacturing, extruders are used to thoroughly mix anode and cathode materials needed for homogeneous end products. The Thermo Scientific™ Process™ 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder is an ideal tool for processing and compounding various materials in this manner.Vibrational spectroscopic techniques such as Raman spectroscopy are often utilized for off-line evaluation of extrusion products. However, if such techniques can be integrated in line with the extruders, it can facilitate real-time measurements of many qualitative and quantitative aspects of the process.&nbsp;Raman spectroscopy is a technique used to observe vibrational, rotational, and other low-frequency modes in a material. Raman spectroscopy works by shining a monochromatic light source, typically a laser, onto a sample. The light interacts with the molecular vibrations within the sample, causing the light to scatter. Most of the scattered light has the same wavelength as the incident light (Rayleigh scattering), however, a small portion of the scattered light has different wavelengths due to interactions with molecular vibrations. This change in wavelength provides a unique spectral fingerprint of the material, which can be used to identify and characterize the sample’s molecular composition and structure. This data can be translated into quantitative or qualitative information with the use of chemometric modeling techniques such as partial least squares (PLS) regression or principal component analysis (PCA).The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2233">Thermo Scientific™ MarqMetrix™ All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer</a> allows users to implement Raman spectroscopy directly in line with an extrusion process by using strong and chemically resistant optical probes. MarqMetrix probes can be integrated in line with extruder barrels allowing the continual monitoring of the extrusion process to make quantitative and qualitative decisions in real time.This white paper highlights the integration of the MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer with the Process 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder to observe polymer processing in real time, directly within the barrel of the extruder. Raman spectroscopy was first used to characterize the differences between the virgin material prior to extrusion, and the same material during extrusion. It was then utilized to indicate when materials had been mixed and then to track the transition from one polymer to another within the extruder system using qualitative chemometric models.&nbsp;The materials used in this study were LDPE and PLA. These materials were chosen due to their popularity in end-products across multiple industries as well as their well-characterized Raman spectra.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>The integration of the MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer with the Process 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder has demonstrated significant benefits for real-time, inline process monitoring in polymer extrusion. This study highlighted the capability of Raman spectroscopy to effectively differentiate between solid and molten states of polymers and provided clear identification of transitions from one polymer to another using PCA models. Such information can be utilized to ensure no cross-contamination during polymer change overs and to ensure the quality of the extruded polymers. This proofof-concept study can be further applied to quantify the composition of the composite polymer materials using PLS models. Additionally, the MarqMetrix All-In-One analyzer can also be integrated mid-barrel to understand the reactive extrusion in real time.&nbsp;Overall, the implementation of Raman spectroscopy into polymer extrusion processes offers a multitude of benefits, ranging from real-time monitoring and quality control to process optimization and cost savings. These advantages make Raman spectroscopy an invaluable tool for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of polymer extrusion operations

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<h4>Unique correlative spectroscopy</h4>The Thermo Scientific™ Nexsa™ G2 Surface Analysis System is a fully automated, multi-technique instrument. It features a new, micro-focus X-ray source, delivering both high sensitivity and high spatial resolution XPS. In addition, the system offers options for other surface analysis techniques: UPS, ISS and REELS. Uniquely, there is also the option to integrate a Raman spectrometer, aligned to the XPS analysis position, for true, correlative spectroscopy. With these features, the Nexsa G2 XPS System unlocks the potential for new insights in semiconductors, 2D materials, thin films, batteries, polymers and many other applications.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_11_0cc1ab57d2.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_11_0cc1ab57d2.jpg 174w," sizes="100vw" width="986" height="881"><ul><li>High performance XPS</li><li>Rapid SnapMap XPS imaging</li><li>Depth profiling</li><li>Optional multi-technique integration<ul><li>Raman</li><li>ISS</li><li>UPS</li><li>REELS</li></ul></li><li>MAGCIS ion source for expanded depth profiling capabilities</li><li>Large sample handling</li><li>Avantage Software for instrument control, data processing, and reporting</li><li>Optional transfer capabilities for air-sensitive samples</li><li>Optional sample heating capability</li><li>SEM data correlation Thermo Scientific Maps TM Software</li></ul><h3>Nexsa G2 Surface Analysis System features</h3>High-performance X-ray source A new, optimized X-ray monochromator design makes it possible to select an analysis area from 10 µm to 400 µm in 5 µm steps, ensuring data is collected from the feature of interest while maximizing the signal.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_6_2ad98d565b.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_6_2ad98d565b.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Optimized electron optics The high-efficiency electron lens, hemispherical analyzer, and detector allow for superb detectability and rapid data acquisition.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_5_bf3ca91a30.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_5_bf3ca91a30.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS sample viewing Bring sample features into focus with the Nexsa G2 Surface Analysis.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_1_c2f5b1665d.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_1_c2f5b1665d.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS insulator analysis The patented dual beam flood source couples low-energy ion beams with very low energy electrons (less than 1 eV) to prevent sample charging during analysis, which eliminates the need, in most cases, for charge referencing.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_8_30732ff276.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_8_30732ff276.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS depth profiling Go beyond the surface with the EX06 ion source. Automated source optimization and gas handling ensure excellent performance and experimental reproducibility.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_7_dadbf53b24.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_7_dadbf53b24.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Optional XPS sample holders Expand your possibilities with available specialist sample holders for angle-resolved XPS, sample bias measurements, or inert transfer from a glove box.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_4_15d30eb387.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_4_15d30eb387.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Avantage Software Instrument control, data processing, and reporting are all controlled from Thermo Scientific Avantage Software. Avantage Software includes Knowledge View, a comprehensive source of tutorials and reference material that guide users through analysis.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_3_d7321554fd.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_3_d7321554fd.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Correlative XPS imaging and surface analysis workflow Correlate XPS data with SEM images through the correlative imaging and surface analysis workflow using Thermo Scientific Maps Software.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_2_a0ba3d232c.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Nexsa G2 XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_2_a0ba3d232c.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576"><h4>The full spectrum of surface analysis</h4><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_9_4250fce7c4.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific - The full spectrum of surface analysis" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_9_4250fce7c4.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1054" height="632">

Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System

Thermo Scientific™ K-Alpha™ XPS combines high-performance hardware with intuitive workflows, ideal for both research and routine multi-user surface analysis.

<h4>Designed for productivity</h4>The Thermo Scientific K-Alpha™ XPS System bridges the requirements for both research and routine XPS analysis. The high-performance system hardware makes the K-Alpha XPS System ideally suited to creating world-class data in a busy R&amp;D environment. Intuitive workflows make it possible to put the K-Alpha XPS System into a multi-user, shared facility, allowing operators of all skill levels to add surface analysis to their materials analysis portfolio.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_K_Alpha_XPS_System_2_979618dd54.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System " srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_K_Alpha_XPS_System_2_979618dd54.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1086" height="815"><ul><li>High-performance, fully featured XPS system</li><li>Unique sample viewing with capability to facilitate rapid feature identification</li><li>Chemical state imaging</li><li>Large sample handling</li><li>Variable micro-focus X-ray source to match analysis area to feature</li><li>Ion source for depth profiling</li><li>Low energy flood source for insulator analysis</li><li>Built-in standards for self-calibration</li></ul><h3>K-Alpha XPS System features</h3>High-performance X-ray source The X-ray monochromator allows selection of analysis areas from 50 µm to 400 µm in 5 µm steps, fitting it to the feature of interest to maximize the signal.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_K_Alpha_XPS_System_160ceb9fbc.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_K_Alpha_XPS_System_160ceb9fbc.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Optimized electron optics The high-efficiency electron lens, hemispherical analyzer, and detector allow for superb detectability and rapid data acquisition.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_5_bf3ca91a30.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_5_bf3ca91a30.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS sample viewing Bring sample features into focus with the K-Alpha XPS System's patented optical viewing system and XPS SnapMap, which helps you pinpoint areas of interest quickly.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_1_c2f5b1665d.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_1_c2f5b1665d.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS insulator analysis The patented dual beam flood source couples low-energy ion beams with very low energy electrons (less than 1 eV) to prevent sample charging during analysis, which eliminates the need, in most cases, for charge referencing.&nbsp;<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_8_30732ff276.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_8_30732ff276.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS depth profiling Go beyond the surface with the EX06 ion source. Automated source optimization and gas handling ensure excellent performance and experimental reproducibility.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_7_dadbf53b24.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_7_dadbf53b24.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Optional XPS sample holders Expand your possibilities with available specialist sample holders for angle-resolved XPS, sample bias measurements, or inert transfer from a glove box.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_4_15d30eb387.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_4_15d30eb387.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Avantage Software Intuitive operation guided by Avantage Software makes the K-Alpha XPS System ideal for both multi-user shared facilities and XPS experts who place a premium on efficient operation and high-throughput analysis.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_3_d7321554fd.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific K-Alpha XPS System" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_3_d7321554fd.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576"><h4>The full spectrum of surface analysis</h4><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_9_4250fce7c4.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific - The full spectrum of surface analysis" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_9_4250fce7c4.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1054" height="632">

Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe

The Thermo Scientific ESCALAB™ QXi XPS Microprobe is a flexible, multi-technique platform with seamless Avantage software integration for advanced surface analysis.

<h4>Performance and versatility</h4>The Thermo Scientific ESCALAB™ QXi XPS Microprobe is the latest development in our renowned ESCALAB product line. The ESCALAB QXi XP Microprobe is designed as an expandable, multi-technique platform with unparalleled flexibility and configurability. System control, data acquisition, processing and reporting are seamlessly integrated by the powerful Thermo Scientific Avantage Data System for surface analysis.<ul><li>High-resolution, quantitative XPS imaging for smallest feature analysis</li><li>High-performance spectroscopy</li><li>Ion source for depth profiling</li><li>Optional automated sample exchange capability</li><li>Flood source for insulator analysis</li><li>Ion scattering spectroscopy (ISS) as standard</li><li>Reflected electron energy loss spectroscopy (REELS) as standard</li><li>Optional additional techniques:<ul><li>Ultra-violet photoelectron spectroscopy (UPS)</li><li>Auger electron spectroscopy (AES)</li><li>Microanalysis (EDS)</li><li>Inverse photoemission spectroscopy (IPES)</li></ul></li><li>Optional MAGCIS dual mode ion source</li><li>Full range of sample preparation options:<ul><li>Sample heating and cooling</li><li>Fracture stage</li><li>Inert transfer</li></ul></li></ul><h3>ESCALAB QXi XPS microprobe features</h3>Monochromated XPS analysis and HAXPES The twin-crystal, micro-focusing monochromator has a 500 mm Rowland circle, uses an Al anode (or a dual Al and Ag anode with the dual monochromator option for automated switching from XPS to HAXPES), and allows you to select any sample spot size ranging from 200 µm to 900 µm.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_9_0d0e98b8c2.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_9_0d0e98b8c2.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Spectroscopy imaging The lens and analyzer system on the ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe incorporates the Deflector Lens, enabling fast parallel imaging. Two detector systems: one optimized for spectroscopy and one for parallel imaging, consisting of a pair of channel plates and a continuous position-sensitive detector.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_10_927e6a3bfb.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_10_927e6a3bfb.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Charge neutralisation in XPS analysis An electron source, co-axial with the analyzer input lens, is used for charge compensation when analyzing non-conducting samples with the monochromatic X-ray source, while a second flood source produces both low-energy ions to assist in providing effective charge compensation and low-energy electrons when the magnetic lens is not in use.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_8_0e101d66b1.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_8_0e101d66b1.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS ion gun The ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe has two options for rapid, high-resolution depth profiling: the standard EX06 ion gun, which is optimized for monatomic ion sputtering and ion scattering spectroscopy, and the optional monatomic and gas cluster ion source, the Thermo Scientific MAGCIS Dual Beam Ion Source, which is capable of monatomic ion profiling, cluster ion profiling, and ion scattering spectroscopy.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_1_9bd51609c7.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_1_9bd51609c7.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Avantage Software All analytical functions are controlled from Thermo Scientific Avantage Software, meaning that the entire analysis process can be performed remotely, if required. Avantage Software includes Knowledge View, a comprehensive source of tutorials and reference material that guide users through analysis.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_2_3b0968d8c6.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_2_3b0968d8c6.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS sample handling and alignment All axes of movement on the sample stage are controlled by Avantage Software. With the auto-exchange system, samples can be exchanged from the preparation chamber to the load-lock automatically for a continuous sample flow. A high-resolution digital video camera is fitted to the instrument and is accurately aligned with the analysis position. XPS parallel imaging can also be used to locate features for analysis.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_3_592c7c58d0.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_3_592c7c58d0.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Multi-technique capabilities The ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe includes ISS and REELS, which complement XPS, as standard. Additional analytical options, including UPS, AES, HAXPES, Raman, and IPES, can be added to provide a tailored solution to meet your experimental needs.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_4_79a3dbd662.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_4_79a3dbd662.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS instrument alignment and calibration A calibration sample block, which has samples of copper, silver, and gold, is supplied for assessing sensitivity, setting the linearity of the analyzer energy scale, calibrating the ion source, aligning the X-ray monochromator, and determining the transmission function of the analyzer.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_5_bb5b4ff7aa.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_5_bb5b4ff7aa.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Vacuum system The analysis chamber is constructed from 5 mm-thick mu-metal to maximize the efficiency of the magnetic shielding, and the chamber is pumped using both a turbomolecular pump and a titanium sublimation pump, allowing the analysis chamber to achieve a vacuum better than 5 × 10⁻¹⁰ mbar.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_6_44b53211d6.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_6_44b53211d6.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS sample preparation chambers The standard Preploc chamber, which is a combined sample entry lock and preparation chamber, has ports that accommodate a variety of sample preparation devices, such as heating and cooling probes, ion guns, high-pressure gas cells, sample parking, and gas admission.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_7_ff59084cff.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ESCALAB_Q_Xi_XPS_Microprobe_7_ff59084cff.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Beyond XPS, the ESCALAB QXi XPS Microprobe is a true multi-technique system, with ion scattering spectroscopy (ISS) and reflected electron energy loss spectroscopy (REELS) included as standard. Additional options such as HAXPES, AES, UPS, Raman, and IPES allow you to tailor the platform to your research needs. With versatile sample preparation capabilities and seamless integration with other vacuum hardware, the ESCALAB QXi is the surface analysis instrument designed to meet the most demanding research requirements.<h4>The full spectrum of surface analysis</h4><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_9_4250fce7c4.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific - The full spectrum of surface analysis" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Nexsa_G2_XPS_System_9_4250fce7c4.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1054" height="632">

Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System

Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System combines ion-beam techniques with femtosecond laser ablation for accurate XPS depth profiling of thin films, coatings, and complex multilayer materials.

The Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System is a high-performance X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) platform designed for accurate depth profiling of thin films, coatings, and complex multilayer materials. By combining traditional ion-beam techniques with femtosecond laser ablation (fs-LA), the system delivers efficient and chemically representative depth profiles from the surface down to deeply buried regions within the sample. Hypulse supports advanced materials research, process development, and failure analysis across a wide range of applications.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_2_5834bc6da0.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System " srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_2_5834bc6da0.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="338"><h3>Key benefits</h3>Achieve more accurate analysis By integrating monatomic ion beam etching, cluster ion beam etching, and fs-LA depth profiling, the Hypulse System enables reliable analysis of a broader range of materials compared to conventional ion-beam-only approaches.Enhance productivity Fs-LA depth profiling allows multiple depth profiles to be acquired in the time typically required to process a single sample using ion beam profiling, significantly improving analytical throughput.Gain deeper insight into materials The system enables practical depth profiling beyond 10 µm into the sample. Buried layers and transition regions that are difficult and time-consuming to access using ion beam techniques can be reached more efficiently using fs-laser ablation.Optimize analysis for different material types Laser parameters can be tuned to the specific material, eliminating the need to choose between cluster and monatomic ions and simplifying the profiling of complex and composite samples.<h3>System features</h3>Integrated fs-laser ablation system The Hypulse System incorporates a fully integrated 1,030 nm femtosecond laser with high-quality optical components. Laser attenuation and control are managed through Thermo Scientific Advantage Software. As a Class 1 laser system, no special laser safety requirements are needed in the laboratory.MAGCIS ion source A Thermo Scientific MAGCIS Dual Beam Ion Source for XPS instruments is included as standard. Automatic source optimization and controlled gas handling ensure high performance and excellent experimental reproducibility.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_1_74f35f9481.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System (1).jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_1_74f35f9481.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">High-performance surface analysis In addition to XPS, the system supports complementary surface-sensitive techniques such as REELS and ISS, providing enhanced chemical and structural information.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_6_fc0bd9c61c.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System (6).jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_6_fc0bd9c61c.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">XPS analysis of insulating materials The patented dual-beam flood source combines low-energy ion beams with very low-energy electrons (&lt;1 eV) to prevent sample charging. This eliminates the need for charge referencing and enables reliable analysis of insulating samples.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_3_c6019a92eb.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System (3).jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_3_c6019a92eb.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Optional XPS sample holders Specialist sample holders are available for angle-resolved XPS, sample bias measurements, sample heating, and inert transfer from a glove box.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_5_6e5ccfdbed.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System (5).jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_5_6e5ccfdbed.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Advantage Software Instrument control, data processing, and reporting are fully integrated within Advantage Software. The platform includes Knowledge View, offering comprehensive tutorials and reference materials to support efficient data interpretation.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_4_ce38c429e6.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific Hypulse Surface Analysis System (4).jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Hypulse_Surface_Analysis_System_4_ce38c429e6.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1024" height="576">Correlative XPS imaging and surface analysis workflow XPS data can be correlated with SEM images using the correlative imaging and surface analysis (CISA) workflow via Thermo Scientific Maps Software.<h3>Hypulse Surface Analysis System specifications</h3><ul><li>Analyzer type: 180º, double-focusing, hemispherical analyzer with 128-channel detector</li><li>X-ray source: Monochromated, micro-focused, low-power Al K-alpha X-ray source</li><li>X-ray spot size: 10 to 400 µm (adjustable in 5 µm steps)</li><li>Laser ablation system:<ul><li>Fully integrated 1,030 nm pulsed fs-laser source</li><li>Tunable pulse energy up to 1 mJ</li><li>Computer-controlled attenuation to ensure optimum ablation conditions</li><li>Beam imaging module for system calibration and alignment</li></ul></li><li>Ion depth profiling: MAGCIS dual-mode ion source</li><li>Additional included analytical methods:<ul><li>Bi-polar analyzer power supply and helium gas input for ion source for ISS (ion scattering spectroscopy)</li><li>High-voltage upgrade to electron flood source for REELS (reflection electron energy loss spectroscopy)</li></ul></li><li>Maximum sample area: 60 x 60 mm</li><li>Maximum sample thickness: 20 mm</li><li>Vacuum system: Two turbo molecular pumps with automated titanium sublimation pump and backing pump</li><li>Optional accessories:<ul><li>UV photoelectron spectroscopy (UPS)</li><li>Sample tilt module</li><li>NX sample heating module</li><li>Sample bias module</li><li>Vacuum transfer module</li></ul></li></ul>

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