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IM4000 II / IM4000 II-CTC | Standard Ar+ cross-section and surface polisher

IM4000 II / IM4000 II-CTC | Standard Ar+ cross-section and surface polisher

IM4000 II / IM4000 II-CTC | Standard Ar+ cross-section and surface polisher

Product catalog summary
Overview
The IM4000 II and IM4000 II-CTC are advanced argon ion polishing systems designed for SEM sample preparation, offering high-quality cross-sections and surface polishing. These systems are ideal for materials where conventional methods fall short, including heat-sensitive polymers.

Specifications
The systems feature a modular design allowing for surface polishing, cross-section polishing, or a hybrid approach. Beam energy is adjustable from 0.1keV to 6.0keV, enabling a wide range of applications. The IM4000 II can achieve a removal rate of 500µm/hour in silicon.

Product Features
  • Penning-type ion gun with independent control of beam current and acceleration voltage.
  • Cross-sectional process depth in silicon is 500µm per hour with specific settings.
  • Surface polishing at tilt angles from 0° to 90°.
  • Large sample chamber with a multi-axis stage.

Optional Accessories
  • Flatmilling equipment for specimens up to 50mm in diameter.
  • Cross-section holders for various sample sizes.
  • Stereo microscope for live process observation.
  • Inert gas transfer function for air protection.
  • Special cryo cross-section holder for enhanced cooling.

Applications
The systems are suitable for a variety of materials including metals, organics, semiconductors, and energy systems. Specific applications include LiB cathodes, polymer fuel cells, and CIGS solar cells.

Additional Information
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Catalog excerpts

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Sample Preparation and Cross-Section Preparation

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Argon ion Polishing Systems of the IM Series Energy systems Polymer fuel cell Ceramic fuel cell (La-Ce/NiO) CIGS solar cell Boron nitride Zinc coating on steel Carbon fibre reinforced plastic The clever alternative to FIB technology The IM series systems are indispensable for SEM sample preparation. They are ideal for when high-quality, millimetre-scale cross-sections or surfaces are needed and conventional mechanical preparation methods don’t give satisfactory results. The two systems IM4000 II and ArBlade 5000 are presented on the following pages. Cross-section preparation Surface polishing...

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IM4000 II / IM4000 II-CTC Standard Ar+ cross-section and surface polisher Product Features Extensions and additional functions for IM - Single, robust and maintenance-friendly Penningtype ion gun with independent control of beam current and acceleration voltage. Allows intensive ion beams at all acceleration voltages (0-6kV) - Cross-sectional process depth in Si with 100µm protrusion above mask, stage oscillation +/-30°, is 500µm per hour or more Flatmilling-Set Polishing of grindings up to 50mm Ø and 25mm Ø Cross-section set Preparation of cross sections Active cooling Of cross-sections using...

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Not sure which product aligns with your needs? Our experts are here to provide guidance and help you make the best choice. Speak with an expert More information This publication is the copyright of Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH and provides outline information only, which (unless agreed by the company in writing) may not be used, applied or reproduced for any purpose or form part of any order or contract or regarded as the representation relating to the products or services concerned. The content is provided for general information purposes only. Hitachi High-Tech Europe GmbH’s policy is one...

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