Thermo Fisher Scientific has announced the launch of the new version of the K-Alpha X-ray photoelectron spectrometer (XPS), enabling improved chemical detection for chemical surface characterisation.
The fully integrated surface characterisation tool is designed to meet the demands of surface engineers whether working in research and development of surface chemistries, or dealing with routine characterisation of surfaces, thin films and coatings.
The original K-Alpha was designed to offer scientists and engineers an XPS solution by offering ease of operation, and a streamlined workflow via the Thermo Scientific Avantage data system.
The latest revision of the K-Alpha platform features these same benefits and also offers improved spectroscopic performance, delivering increased count rates, faster analysis times and improved chemical detection.
Further enhancements include improvements to the sample viewing system, better automation, and a glove box option for handling air-sensitive samples.
The instrument integrates spectrometer performance with the latest version of the Thermo Scientific Avantage XPS acquisition and processing user interface.
This combination of instrumentation and software combines high sample throughput with analytical performance, essential for tackling the complex materials characterisation needs of today's surface analysis applications.
The high level of integration between hardware and software enables users to calibrate their instrument with a single button press and incorporates full traceability of all system parameters.
The Avantage Data System is designed to offer high levels of productivity via an optimised workflow that guides analysts through data acquisition, interpretation, processing, and report generation.
Avantage offers full digital tool control while providing a comprehensive range of XPS spectrum and image processing routines.
Customised laboratory reporting templates allow analysis reports to be easily exported to standard PC applications, such as Microsoft Office, at the click of a mouse.
The Avantage Indexer (AI) system allows quick and easy management of all stored datasets, allowing management by element, chemistry, acquisition date and other important parameters.
