X-Ray Diffractometer

Bruker D8 Discover

 

Specifications:

  • High-brilliance IµS microfocus X-ray source (Cu)
  • VÅNTEC 500 – 2D detector
  • LYNXEYE XE-T detector
  • Vacuum chuck for samples up to 5” ø
  • TC-Dome temperature stage

Key features:

  • Spatial resolution down to a beam diameter of 50 µm
  • Double crystal monochromator
  • ¼-circle eularian cradle by Huber
  • ± 75 mm translation in X- and Y-directions
  • Tilt of up to 90°
  • Full Phi-rotation
  • Laser-video microscope for sample positioning
  • Low-temperature configuration: -180°C to 450°C
  • High-temperature configuration: RT to 1100°C

Applications:

  • Phase identification and high-throughput experiments
  • Texture analysis
  • In-depth crystal structure analysis
  • Residual stress measurements
  • Temperature dependent XRD experiments (in-situ)