Scanning Electron Microscope

Institute: Sophisticated Instrumentation Centre for Applied Research and Testing - SICART, Vallabh Vidyanagar

Area: Chemical Sciences

Types of Facilities: Research

Make Model: Philips XL30 ESEM

Major Specifications/Accessories available: Environmental SEM, HV and LV modes of operation, Magnification: upto 4,50,000x, GSED detector, EDAX detector, Carbon coating unit

Type of measurement/Analysis Available: Surface topographic/morphological studies of microstructures on bulk specimens; Study of hydrated samples, non-conducting samples, biological samples in uncoated form through ESEM mode; Detection of Boron onwards all elements.