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The easyScan 2 Flex AFM brings a new dimension to the easyScan line of SPMs. The Flex scan head expands the capabilities of the easyScan systems - adding new operational modes as well as liquid imaging, even while maintaining the easyScan's ease of use. When switching from air to liquid, laser and detector alignment is still not necessary.
The FlexAFM's flexure-based electromagnetic scanner allows metrology like applications in air or liquid. The scanner is linear, flat, and fast. With Nanosurf's SureAlign patented technology, laser alignment is never needed - even when switching between ambient and liquid environments
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Flexure-Based Scanner Technology
The flexure structure at the basis of the XY-scanner is inherently flat and rugged. Being electromagnetically actuated, all movements in this plane are highly linear. A piezo-based Z-scanner provides fast movements in this direction.
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Optimal Viewing
Smart top and side view through the FlexAFM's optical system allow easy sample observation and approach. There is no difference in viewing quality between air and liquid.
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SureAlign™ Laser Optics
Nanosurf’s patented SureAlign™ technology makes laser adjustment a thing of the past. Whether measuring in air or in liquid, the AFM laser is always right on target.
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The Cantilever Holder
A specially designed cantilever holder allows measurements in liquid to be performed in the same manner as measurements in air. Changing between the two environments is straight forward. Just place any dry or immersed wet sample under the scan head and start measuring. |
System setup and operation have remained simple and straightforward. Hook up the scan head to the easyScan 2 controller, connect the USB cable to your computer, start the software, and you’re ready to go — in minutes!
The FlexAFM sample stage provides an easy way to position and approach samples of various thickness and type. Even samples in liquid containers, such as standard Petri dishes, fit on the sample stage and can be accessed by the FlexAFM without any hassle. At the same time, three leveling screws on the FlexAFM scan head maintain the scan head’s capability to perform stand-alone measurements without sample stage.
The heart of the FlexAFM system, the "Liquid Ready" easyScan 2 controller, is as affordable and individually configurable as ever. All easyScan 2 modules and options (including previous easyScan 2 AFM and STM scan heads) are fully compatible, conferring even more versatility to your FlexAFM system.
Key Features & Benefits
- True measurement flexibility in air and in liquid
- Flat, linear, and fast scanning thanks to the flexure-based scanner technology
- More measurement versatility with the FlexAFM’s liquid capabilities and added Lateral Force mode
- No more laser adjustment because of SureAlign™ optics
- Easy sample positioning and approach thanks to a clear top and side view in air and liquid
- Quick setup, easy handling, and immediate results because of Nanosurf’s “ease of use” concept and design
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