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New High Resolution Low Light Andor CB2 sCMOS
Oxford Instruments, leading provider of high technology products and services for research and industry, has today announced the launch of a high resolution, low noise, back-illuminated sCMOS camera, further strengthening its broad portfolio of cameras for low light imaging in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences and Astronomy applications.
The CB2 24B features a back-illuminated 24.5 Megapixel sCMOS sensor that combines high sensitivity with high speeds and global shutter. It enables high-resolution imaging over a wide field of view, capturing exceptional detail without compromise.
A remarkably flexible and adaptable camera, it can be applied across a broad range of imaging speeds and exposure conditions, from imaging of fast-moving objects or photometric variability at hundreds of frames per second (fps), to imaging of extremely low light signal with exposures up to several minutes, due to its ultra-low dark current down to 0.0015 e-/pix/sec with -20°C TEC cooling. Consequently, Andor CB2 24B finally offers a true alternative to deep-cooled CCD cameras for long exposure applications such as bioluminescence or astro-photometry/astro-spectroscopy.
Furthermore, the unique ‘on-chip’ 2x2 pixel binning feature allows the native 2.74μm pixel to be converted to a 5.48μm pixel without increasing the read noise. This inherent optical flexibility significantly expands the application adaptability of the camera. For example, in microscopy, the effective pixel size can be set to match objectives from 10x through to 60x.
The global shutter ‘snapshot’ exposure capability, as well as assuring temporal correlation across all pixels and avoiding spatial distortion when imaging fast-moving objects, also renders the camera suited to applications such as particle imaging velocimetry for fluid dynamics, where a short inter-frame gap is essential. The lack of a mechanical shutter also presents a low maintenance solution to remote astronomy and X-Ray tomography. Additionally, Andor CB2 24B has been low-temperature qualified for operation down to -40°C ambient, perfect for observing in high altitude or harsh environments.
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Read MoreBruker Introduces Dimension Nexus Atomic Force Microscope
SANTA BARBARA, California, December 2, 2024 – At the 2024 MRS Fall Meeting & Exhibit, Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR) today announced the launch of the Dimension NexusTM atomic force microscope (AFM). Dimension Nexus is the newest addition to the industry-leading Dimension® AFM product line, which has had more than 4600 systems installed around the world. With the latest-generation NanoScope® 6 controller, this new small-footprint AFM delivers wider access to Bruker’s exclusive PeakForce Tapping® technology and over 50 AFM modes. The upgradability and enhanced ease of use of Dimension Nexus provides an optimal intersection of performance and value for the evolving needs of both growing labs and multi-user facilities.
Read MoreNew Laser Driven Light Source
Energetiq have built upon the success of previous models to develop their next-generation light source, the EQX-850 LDLS. Its innovative design offers enhanced performance, user experience, and value to meet the tough demands of the leading-edge semiconductor processes.
Features and benefits:
- Ensures uniform results across all tools and processes.
- Delivers unrivaled short-term stability and higher spectral radiance.
- Features a modular design for easy maintenance and eliminates the need for water cooling.
- Includes event logging, remote software interface controls, and performance monitoring.
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Read MoreEDAX Octane Elite Ultra EDS System
Gatan, Inc., a business of AMETEK Inc and a global leader focused on enhancing and extending the operation and productivity of electron microscopes, has launched the EDAX Octane Elite Ultra energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDS) system for scanning electron microscopes.
The Octane Elite Ultra EDS establishes a new benchmark for EDS systems by introducing a proprietary windowless 160 mm2 detector. This detector delivers superior light and heavy elements sensitivity while providing accurate analytical results at all accelerating voltages.
"For many years, researchers needing extreme sensitivity in their elemental analysis have been forced to forego accurate analytical results or invest in additional detectors. Due to interference from other signals in the microscope, EDS detectors optimized for sensitivity permitted qualitative investigations only," said Dr. David Stowe, Senior Product Manager, Gatan. "Combining a large active area and harnessing the power of an electron trap to prevent pollution of the signal, the Octane Elite Ultra makes compromise a thing of the past."
"With an active area >80% larger than other detectors and an ability to provide precise quantitative results, the Octane Elite Ultra is the first EDS detector that provides the cutting edge of research while also permitting routine analytical measurements," commented Narayan Vishwanathan, Vice President and Business Unit Manager of AMETEK Electron Microscopy Technologies. "It eliminates the need to switch between detectors for different measurements, allowing users to focus on the most important thing: their research."
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Read MoreNew Microscopes, Enhanced Optical Performance
WPI is excited to announce the launch of a new line of microscopes featuring cutting-edge optics and advanced light sources designed for enhanced visibility and precision. These innovative instruments utilise high-resolution lenses and state-of-the-art illumination technologies, ensuring that users can capture even the finest details in their specimens. Whether you're in a research lab, educational setting, or industrial environment, these microscopes are tailored to meet diverse needs.
LCD Laboratory Microscopes
Inverted Teaching Microscopes
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