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Imaging technique for very high-resolution three-dimensional image of sample surface
- Partner:UK Atomic Energy Authority
- Facility:Materials Research Facility (MRF)
- Availability:Available
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Detailed Description
Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM) provide a very high-resolution three-dimensional image of the sample surface. This is achieved by raster scanning a sharp probe over the surface of the sample. A laser is reflected off the probe, and the deflection of this probe provides a signal to a piezoelectric scanner, which moves the sample to compensate for the deflection. This is used to measure the profile of the sample surface.
Uses/Applications
The atomic force microscope is used to measure the surface topography of samples. Using this instrument, we can measure the surface roughness of a material and detect features that may be only a few nanometres high.
Specifications
Dimension D3100 AFM with Nanoscope IV controller
80μm x 80μm max X-Y scan size
6μm Z range
Lateral accuracy typically within 1%, maximum 2%
Provides full 16-bit resolution on all axes for all scan sizes and offsets
Large sample stage permits scanning specimens up to 8 inches diameter and 4 inches thick
Tapping / contact modes available