NANOS: A Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

The NANOS delivers integrated energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) for quick elemental analysis together with high-quality SEM imaging at a low total cost of ownership. It is made to be simple to install, operate, and maintain.

Making SEM Accessible for Anyone, Everywhere

The NANOS is a versatile and reasonably priced tabletop scanning electron microscope (SEM). It is designed with cutting-edge technology to provide rapid and high-quality SEM images and elemental analysis. Its durable and contemporary design makes it ideal for research and development, educational and industrial applications.

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

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  • Configuration: The NANOS is delivered with BSD, SED, integrated EDS, and a Eucentric tilt stage.
  • Cost of ownership: The NANOS has been fabricated to keep the ownership cost lower than any benchtop SEM currently available.
  • Design: The NANOS has a robust modern design and is engineered using the latest materials and components.
  • Ease of use: In BASIC mode, the NANOS will produce outcomes in a short period of time, irrespective of experience. ADVANCED mode offers additional functionality for elaborate analysis.
  • Robust: With outstanding stability and a compact footprint, the architecture of the NANOS ensures it can be used in non-laboratory environments.
  • Servicing: The NANOS design enables simple access for maintenance and upgrades, which could be completed at the user’s premises.

Iconic Dutch Design

Designed and manufactured in the Netherlands, the NANOS is well-regarded for its reliability, quality, and user-friendliness.

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

Image Credit: Semplor

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

Image Credit: Semplor

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

Image Credit: Semplor

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

Image Credit: Semplor

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

Image Credit: Semplor

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

Image Credit: Semplor

Key Features

  • 1–20 kV Acceleration voltage
  • Easy to Use
  • Low Service Costs
  • High-Performance SE and 4 Quad BSE Detectors
  • EDX–Spot Analysis and Element Mapping
  • Low Vacuum Capability
  • Motorized XY Stage and Eucentric Tilt
  • Filament Performance Optimization

Specifications

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SOFTWARE Optical Magnification range: 2 – 12x
  SEM Magnification range: 50 - 200.000x
  Resolution <10 nm
ILLUMINATION Optical Bright field
  SEM Optimized thermionic source (tungsten)
  Acceleration voltages Default: 1, 2, 5, 7, 10, 15 & 20 kV
    Adjustable range between 1 & 20kV
DETECTOR   Secondary electron detector (SED)
    Backscattered electron detector (BSD) – 4 quadrant
    Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy detector (EDS) – integrated
DIGITAL IMAGE DETECTION Optical Color navigation camera
IMAGE FORMATS   JPEG, TIFF, PNG, BMP
USER INTERFACE   Communication, imaging and analysis use a single monitor with control via a wireless mouse & keyboard
    Remote control (e.g. iPad) enabled
    Basic & advanced modes
DATA STORAGE   Network, USB, workstation
SAMPLE STAGE   Eucentric tilt stage (-15 up to +40 ̊)
    Computer-controlled motorized X, Y: 25 x 25 mm
SAMPLE SIZE   25 mm diameter pin stub
    60 mm diameter round disk
EDS SPECIFICATIONS Detector type Silicon Drift Detector (SDD), thermo-electrically cooled
  Detector active area 30 mm2
  Energy resolution @ Mn Kα < 133 eV
  Max. input count rate 300,000 cps
  Hardware integration Fully embedded
SOFTWARE   Integrated in NANOS user interface
    EDS analysis and mapping
    Export functions
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Imaging module 280 (w) x 630 (d) x 550 (h)
  Weight 60 kg
  Pumps Turbo molecular pump with oil free membrane pre-vacuum pump
  Vacuum modes High vacuum SEM (conventional SEM), and low vacuum 0.4 mbar (low vac SEM)
    Controlled vacuum levels via the User Interface
  Workstation Preconfigured All-in-One PC with a 27” monitor.
SEM imaging and EDS Analysis software installed

 

Eucentric Stage

The Eucentric Stage seamlessly incorporated within the NANOS represents a truly unique feature that comes standard with each unit. It allows for smooth motorized XY movements, effortlessly manageable through the User Interface.

When in SEM mode, adjusting the specimen's tilt is a straightforward manual operation of the stage. This eucentric design ensures that the sample remains in focus, removing the requirement for interim adjustments in SEM settings. The User Interface accurately indicates the tilt angle, allowing samples to be tilted at angles of up to 55 degrees.

Elemental Analysis

The Energy Dispersive X-Ray (EDX) Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) is fully incorporated into the NANOS. The operator can choose EDX Point Analysis or activate Elemental Mapping using the User Interface.

Electron Detectors

Both a Secondary Electron Detector (SED) and a Back Scattered Electron Detector (BSD) are included with the NANOS as standard.

The BSD is a 4-quadrant detector with entirely independent portions that are configurable. It offers topographical or compositional detail from the sample, as well as images with a “shading effect” by highlighting the surface from several directions.

Experience the NANOS

Introducing NANOS, a Cutting-Edge Tabletop SEM

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