Helios G4 PFIB CXe is a dual beam microscope with an electron column and an ion column that generates a xenon ions beam. Xenon plasma focused ion beam (Xe-PFIB) technology allows for new tests, unattainable by other methods. In combination with an ultra-high-resolution electron microscope and a fast EDS detector from Bruker, it is the only such analytical system commercially available in Poland. It is distinguished, among others, by up to 50 times faster work than in the case of gallium technology (Ga-FIB), no ion implantation and compatibility with most materials – including aluminum samples and gallium-containing samples. Available detectors: ETD, TLD, ICE, ICD and EDS.
PARAMETERS
Landing voltage range​:
- electron beam: 50 V – 30 kV,
- ion beam: 2 kV – 30 kV.
Resolution:
- electron beam: 1 nm,*
- ion beam: <25 nm.*
Maximum sample size:
- diameter: 150 mm diameter with full rotation (assembly possible of larger preparations*),
- height: 100 mm,
- weight: 500 g (including the sample holder).
DETECTORS
- ETD (secondary electrons)
- TLD (secondary electrons)
- CBS backscattered electrons)
- ICE (secondary ions)
- EDS (characteristic X-rays*)