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X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS)

Physical Electronics Genesis

  • Signal from top 5-10 nm of surface
  • 5 µm minimum beam size
  • Hot (500°C) / Cold (-100°C) Stage
  • Inert sample transfer vessel for samples sensitive to atmosphere

Instrument Vendor Specifications

Powder X-ray Diffraction (PXRD)

Rigaku Miniflex 600

  • Phase identification and quantification
  • Graphite monochromator for increased S/N
  •  6-position automated sample changer with integrated spinner

Insturment Vendor Specifications

X-ray Absorption Fine Structure (XAFS)

easyXAFS easyXES150

  • Hard X-ray emission spectrometer  (4.5-25+ keV)
  • Bulk (several µm) measurement
  • Lanthanide sensitivity

Instrument Vendor Specifications

X-ray Emission Spectroscopy (XES)

easyXAFS Brimstone

  • Tender X-ray emission spectrometer (2-5 keV)
  • ~1 eV energy resolution
  • Sensitive for P and S

Instrument Vendor Specifications