Applied Technical Services’ metallurgy lab offers scanning electron microscope services and analysis. Our SEM lab commonly conducts forensic investigations, failure analysis, and research services for clients requiring high-resolution imagery.
What is a Scanning Electron Microscope?
A scanning electron microscope or SEM uses a beam of electrons to magnify the image of a material’s surface, allowing for further analysis. SEM magnifications can reach 300,000X and reveal information about a material’s composition, topography, and morphology. Scanning electron microscopes have several advantages, including:
- Quick Results
- Large Depth of Field
- Higher Resolution
- Increased Control of Magnification
- Samples Require Minimal Preparation
- Applicable to Multiple Materials; Including Metals, Polymers, Alloys, and Ceramics
SEMs are essential in the research and development of products because they allow manufacturers to understand the potential strengths, failures, and uses of materials.
Applied Technical Services’ SEM Lab
Our scanning electron microscope is a Hitachi S-3700N, equipped to handle various applications across several industries. Features include:
- A Large Chamber; Accommodates Samples 300mm in Diameter and 110mm in Height
- Secondary Electron Detector
- User-Friendly Design; Requires Minimal Training
- High-Definition Display with Real-Time Imaging
- Turbo Molecular Pump; Minimizes Potential for Sample Contamination
Our scanning electron microscope services include:
- Contaminant and Residue Analysis
- Failure Analysis and Investigation
- Fractography
- Particle Analysis
- Surface Flaw Analysis
ATS’ SEM-EDS Analysis Services
- Coatings
- Contaminants
- Corrosion Products
- Elemental Mapping
- General Alloy ID
- Polymer Filler Material ID
- Platings
- Wear Metals
About Applied Technical Services
ATS is an ISO 9001:2015 registered management system that employs professionals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. Our rich legacy of quality engineering consulting, testing, inspection, and training services exceeds 55 years, and we’ve continued to expand and refine our services since our founding in 1967. We lend our services to nearly every industry imaginable, from aerospace and aviation to chemical and consumer products, while upholding the latest industry standards in each respective industry. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at +1 (888) 287-5227 and ask about our scanning electron microscope services.
