Equipments

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  Lake Shore 8400 Series This Hall Effect Measurement instrument can be used with DC field Hall measurement methodologies. The system includes fully integrated instrumentation, a magnet and power supply. Ideal for: Variable temperature measurements and mobilities from 1 to 106 cm2/V s. Maximum DC fields to 20 kG (10 kG for variable temperature). Standard resistance range of 0.5 mΩ to 10 MΩ. Temperatures from 10 K to 350 K
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  BoTest LIV The LIV from BoTest is a system for functionality testing of organic electronics. It establishes characterization data for OLEDs, OPVs, organic sensors, and other organic semiconductor devices.
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  Horiba FluoroMax 4 Spectrofluorometer Steady-state emission spectrometer covering 200-850 nm spectral range with less than 0.1nm spectral resolution. The instrument is controlled by FluorEssenceTM software with Origin embedded for sophisticated data analysis.
  https://www.horiba.com/en_en/products/detail/action/show/Product/fluoromax-1576/
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  Zehntner ZAA 2300 Automatic film applicator coater (x 2) Housed in a laminar flow hood, the automatic doctor blade-coater for accurate and reproducible application of thin film materials representative of industrial processing. Heated bed capable of coating on a substrate 400 x 300 mm.
  
  http://www.zehntner.org/products/categories/application/zaa-2300.htm
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  FOM Bench Top Coater Slot-die-coater improves thin film solar cells solution processing facilities in KSC to replicate industrial processes. The coater includes an IR lamp installed beside the slot die in addition to a controlled temperature oven (RT to 240 C) and a UV curing lamp.
  
  https://www.fomtechnologies.com/products
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  Dimatix DMP 2800 Inkjet Printers (x 2) Desktop inkjet printer featuring: Sheet substrate scanning inkjet deposition system with drop observation, spot location, and variable printing resolution. Low cost, user-fillable piezo-based jetting cartridges including fluid module with syringe filling system, 16 nozzles at 254 μm spacing, and 10 picoliter drop size with multi-burst capability. PC-controlled operation, including visual monitoring of ink jetting and printed pattern inspection.
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  Photonetc IMC Hyperspectral luminescence microscope Hyperspectral imaging is a technique combining spectroscopy and imaging, where each image is acquired at a narrow - few nm - band of the electromagnetic spectrum within the range 400nm – 1000nm. Capable of measuring transmission and reflection absorption, and absolute photoemission measurements with steady state or lasers excitation.
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  Neaspec GmbH neaSNOM, nanoFTIR Nanoscale chemical identification and mapping of materials by nano-FTIR from neaspec GmbH. This system combines the high spatial resolution of Atomic Force Microscopy, high spatial and spectral optical resolution of scattering SNOM (s-SNOM) and the analytical power of Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy.
  
  https://www.neaspec.com/products/neasnom-microscope/
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  Horiba Fluorolog Spectrometer Steady-state emission spectrometer covering 200-2200 nm spectral range with less than 0.1nm spectral resolution.
  
  https://static.horiba.com/fileadmin/Horiba/Products/Scientific/Molecular_and_Microanalysis/Fluorolog/Fluorolog_Brochure.pdf
• Brand: NETZSCH,
  Model: STA 449 F3 Jupiter
  NETZSCH STA 449 F3 Jupiter The simultaneous thermal analyzer STA 449 F3 Jupiter from NETZSCH allows the measurement of mass changes and thermal effects between -150°C and 2400°C. The flexibility resulting from the various sensors, the variety of sample crucibles and the wide TGA-measuring range make the system applicable for analysis of a vast range of materials. Easily interchangeable sample holders allow optimal system adaption to diverse application areas (TGA, TGA-DTA and TGA-DSC measurements).
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  Cary 5000 UV-Vis-NIR Spectrophotometer A high performance UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometer. Using two light sources (Deuterium UV lamp and QI Vis lamp) on the excitation side and a photomultiplier tube and a PbS NIR detector on the detection side, it can measure the optical transmittance of thin-films and liquids in the extended photometric range 175 – 3300 nm.
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  Biologic VMP3 Potentiostat/Galvanostat with Booster Multi-channel potentiostat with external high current booster channel for battery research.
  
  https://www.biologic.net/products/vmp3/
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  Dedicated Perovskite Gloveboxes Four gloveboxes for exclusive Perovskite formulation to prevent the spread of fine lead halide powders.
• Brand: Eppendorf,
  Model: 5810R
  Eppendorf Centrifuge 5810 R A refrigerated 3 litre centrifuge for both tubes and plates with a compact footprint.
  
  https://online-shop.eppendorf.com/OC-en/Centrifugation-44533/Centrifuges-44534/Centrifuge-5810-5810R-PF-240994.html
• Brand: Biotage,
  Model: Initiator Eight
  Biotage Initiator 8 Microwave Reactor This tool is a rapid microwave-assisted organic synthesizer that is ideal for material and method development. It is designed to heat reagents up to 300 °C in just a few seconds and a pressure up to 30 bar.
  
  https://www.biotage.com/product-page/biotage-initiator
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  Ultimaker 3+ Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printer with dual extrusion build volume: up to 215 x 215 x 300 mm and 20 micron resolution.
  
  https://ultimaker.com/3d-printers/ultimaker-3
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  Formlab Form3 Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) 3D printer with a build volume: 14.5 × 14.5 × 18.5 cm, laser resolution 25 microns, and laser spot size 85 microns.
  
  https://formlabs.com/asia/3d-printers/form-3/
• Brand: EV Group,
  Model: EVG620NT
  Semi-Automated Mask Alignment System The EVG620NT Semi Automated Mask Alignment System handles sizes of substrates starting from less than 5 mm up to 150 mm. It offers features, including a granite base, active vibration isolation and linear motors to meet higher precision and throughput requirements.
• Brand: EV Group,
  Model: EVG 105
  Resist Bake Module The EVG 105 is ideally suited for softbake, post-exposure bake and hardbake processes.
• Brand: EV Group,
  Model: EVG 510HE
  Semi-Automated Hot Embossing System The EVG510HE semi-automated hot embossing system is designed for embossing and nanoimprinting applications.
• Brand: EV Group,
  Model: EVG101
  Photolithography Spray Coater The EVG101 is an advanced resist processing system that performs automated spin coating/spray coating/developing processes in a single chamber design. The EVG101 supports wafers up to 300 mm in size.
• Brand: TA Instruments,
  Model: Discovery
  TGA/DSC The Discovery TGA features a thermobalance, IR-heated furnace and an autosampler with good flexibility and reliability. The standard Discovery Gas Delivery Module provides 2-gas switching, or optional 4-gas switching/blending capabilities for atmospheric control. Control and monitoring of TGA experiments works via the user friendly Discovery User Interface.
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  TA Instruments Discovery DSC and TGA The Discovery TGA features a thermobalance, IR-heated furnace for temperature up to 1000 °C and an autosampler with good flexibility and reliability. The standard Discovery Gas Delivery Module provides 2-gas switching for atmospheric control. Control and monitoring of TGA experiments works via the user friendly Discovery User Interface.
• Brand: NeoScope,
  Model: JCM-5000
  NeoScope JCM-5000 Benchtop SEM The NeoScope JCM-5000 benchtop SEM complements both optical microscopes and traditional SEMs in the lab, and can be configured for advanced analytical applications.
  
  https://www.jeol.co.jp/en/products/detail/JCM-5000.html
• Brand: Ocean Optics,
  Model: NanoCalc-XR
  Thin Film Reflectometer NanoCalc-XR is based on spectroscopic reflectometry to accurately determine optical or non-optical thin film thickness and is suitable for applications in a variety of semiconductor applications.
• Brand: Zeiss,
  Model: Axio observer Z1M
  Zeiss Axio observer Z1M Optical Microscope Microscope Axio Observer Z1 for brightfield, phase contrast, differential interference contrast and fluorescence imaging. This microscope features a wide range of magnification objectives, flexible accessory ports and digital image acquisition (CCD).
  
  https://www.zeiss.com/microscopy/int/products/light-microscopes/axio-observer-for-biology.html
• Brand: Zeiss,
  Model: Discovery V-20
  Zeiss Discovery V-20 Stereomicroscope This stereomicroscope is designed for optimal depth perception and maximum zoom range. A 20:1 zoom range allows to see a sample from the largest overview into the smallest details.
  
  https://www.zeiss.com/microscopy/int/products/stereo-zoom-microscopes/stereo-discovery-v20.html
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  Agilent Cary 660 FT-IR This FT-IR spectrometer design is based on a 38 mm dynamically aligned, 60° mechanical bearing Michelson interferometer and is capable of covering a wide spectral range from the UV to Far-IR. The Cary 660 FTIR guarantees better than 0.075 cm-1 maximum resolution, and includes a revolutionary air-cooled source capable of delivering more than50 mW of power to the sample for maximum sensitivity.
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  Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS for particle size and zeta-potential measurements. Non-invasive back-scattering technique capable of measuring 0.3nm – 10.0 microns* (diameter).
  
  https://www.malvernpanalytical.com/en/products/product-range/zetasizer-range/zetasizer-nano-range/zetasizer-nano-zs
• Brand: Hitachi,
  Model: AC-2
  Riken AC-2 Photoemission Spectroscopy in Air The AC-2 is an instrument for Photoelectron Spectroscopy that measures a material’s work function (3.40 – 6.20eV) at atmospheric pressure, with an open counter detector and a UV source.
  
  https://www.rkiinstruments.com/product/model-ac-2/
• Brand: J. A. Woollam,
  Model: M-2000 DI
  J. A. Woollam M-2000 DI Ellipsometer Ellipsometer M2000 The J. A. Woollam M-2000 DI spectroscopic ellipsometer provides fast and accurate thin film characterization over a wide spectroscopic range.
  
  https://www.jawoollam.com/download/pdfs/m-2000-brochure.pdf
• Brand: NT-MDT,
  Model: NTEGRA Spectra
  NT-MDT NTEGRA Spectra Scanning Probe Microscope (TERS, SNOM, AFM). The NTEGRA Spectra provides a unique combination of Atomic Force Microscopy and Raman confocal spectroscopy study the distribution of chemical properties with nanometer resolution.
  
  https://www.ntmdt-si.com/products/afm-raman-nano-ir-systems/ntegra-spectra-ii
• Brand: NT-MDT,
  Model: Next
  NT-MDT Solver Next The Solver Next Atomic Force Microscope is designed to facilitate AFM measurements in up to 15 techniques, including AFM spectroscopy and lithography with user friendly and very powerful control software.
  
  https://www.ntmdt-si.com/data/faq_files/SOLVER_NEXT_Px.pdf
• Brand: Bruker,
  Model: Dimension Icon with ScanAsyst
  Bruker Dimension Icon with ScanAsyst The Atomic Force Microscope System - Bruker Dimension Icon with ScanAsyst® is designed to investigate a sample surface in nanometer scale – by means of topography as well as many others surface mechanical and electrical properties. Any position of big sample up to 200 mm could be measured.
• Brand: Varian,
  Model: Cary 6000i
  Horiba FluoroMax 4 TCSCP Spectrofluorometer The FluoroMax 4 allows for measuring steady state emission and time resolved photoluminescence of solids, liquids, powders and thin films. The instrument is controlled by FluorEssenceTM software with Origin embedded for sophisticated data analysis.
  
  https://www.horiba.com/en_en/products/detail/action/show/Product/fluoromax-1576/
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  Horiba Nanolog Spectrofluorometer The Nanolog is a highly modular photoluminescence system, which allows interchanging a versatile range of computer-controlled accessories to measure the steady-state and time-resolved fluorescence of solids, powders, thin-films and liquids. With 6 gratings and 4 detectors a wide wavelength range is available – from 300 nm up to 2100 nm. Equipped with an integrated sphere accessory for absolute PLQY measurements.
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  Perkin Elmer Lambda 950 UV-Vis-NIR Spectrophotometer Perkin Elmer Lambda 950 with 150 mm Spectralon Integrating Sphere. Capable of transmission and reflection measurements covering 250 – 2500 nm range with 0.007 nm precision, using PMT and InGaAs detectors.
  
  https://www.perkinelmer.com/lab-solutions/resources/docs/BRO_LAMBDA8509501050.pdf
• Brand: Bruker,
  Model: ContourGT-X8
  Bruker ContourGT-X 3D Optical Profiler The ContourGT-X 3D Optical Profiler provides the highest performing non-contact surface measurements for laboratory research and production process control. As the pinnacle of ten generations of white light interferometry innovation and design, this metrology system delivers the highest vertical resolution over the industry’s largest field of view. Key features include full automation, a large motorized X, Y, Z stage, tip/tilt in the head, and an integral air isolation table.
• Brand: MVS Systems Inc.,
  Model: N/A
  Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD) This multi-chamber Deposition System (Cluster Tool) is designed to deposit thin-film semiconductors (e.g., a-Si, nc-Si, p+Si, n+Si) and dielectrics (e.g., SiNx, SiOx) by PECVD, transparent conducting oxides (ITO, AZO), and metals (Al) by sputtering.
• Brand: Picosun,
  Model: N/A
  Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) ​Atomic layer deposition (ALD) is a highly controlled thin film deposition method, in which a film is grown on a substrate by exposing its surface to alternate gaseous species (typically referred to as precursors).
• Brand: Oxford Instruments,
  Model: Plasmalab System 100
  Oxford Plasma Etcher The Oxford Instruments Inductively Coupled Plasma Reactive Ion Etch system is typically used for etching Si3N4, SiO2 and Si. The tool is load-locked and is configured to handle 4-inch wafers.
• Brand: JST Manufacturing, Inc.,
  Model: STO185R0 - STO186R0 - STO187R0 - STO188R0
  Wet Benches - Silicon Etching and Cleaning Multiple industry standard JST chemical work, etching and cleaning stations are available for processing single wafers.
• Brand: J. A. Woollam,
  Model: IR-VASE
  Ellipsometer IR-VASE The J. A. Woollam IR-VASE® spectroscopic ellipsometer combines the chemical sensitivity of FTIR spectroscopy with thin film sensitivity of spectroscopic ellipsometry.
• Brand: J. A. Woollam,
  Model: VUV-VASE
  Ellipsometer VUV-VASE The J. A. Woollam VUV-VASE® variable angle spectroscopic ellipsometer is ideally suited for optical characterization of lithographic thin films. It measures wavelengths from vacuum ultraviolet (VUV) to near infrared (NIR).
• Brand: Dimatix,
  Model: DMP-3000
  Inkjet Printer The DMP-3000 features a larger printable area of 300 x 300 mm with a positional accuracy and repeatability of ± 5 µm and ± 1 µm, respectively.
• Brand: Dimatix,
  Model: DMP-5000
  Large Inkjet Printer ​The DMP-5000 has a printable area of 500 x 500 mm and maintains a positional accuracy and repeatability of ± 5 µm and ± 1 µm, respectively.
• Brand: Zeiss,
  Model: Auriga
  Scanning Electron Microscopy This Zeiss Auriga workstation is a crossbeam high resolution SEM equipped with Focus Ion Beam (FIB) column and EDS allowing for unique imaging possibilities, advanced analytics and precise processing at a nanoscale level.
• Brand: Jipelec (SEMCO Technologies),
  Model: JetFirst 200
  Rapid Thermal Processing (RTP) The Jipelec JetFirst 200 benchtop RTP features a temperature measurement and control system using pyrometers and thermocouples to provide accurate and repeatable thermal behavior from low to high temperatures.
• Brand: AUREL AUTOMATION,
  Model: VS1520A
  Screen Stencil Printer The series VS screen-stencil printer offers high quality in fine-line printing of thick films, solar cells, wafers, glass, metal, etc.
• Brand: Zeiss,
  Model: AX10
  Zeiss AX10 Stereomicroscope An optical microscope with improved three-dimensional image perception. It helps the user to prepare and manipulate samples. Image acquisition is supported by 8:1 zoom range. The selectable click-stops for discrete magnification steps allows the user to calibrate pixel sizes in the imaging software packages ZEN and AxioVision.
  
  https://www.zeiss.com/microscopy/int/products/light-microscopes.html
• Brand: KRUSS,
  Model: DSA100
  KRUSS Drop Shape Analyzer DSA100 Contact Angle Measurement The DSA100 is a high-quality instrument for analyzing wetting and adhesion on solid surfaces. With up to three axes for sample positioning, the sample is moved quickly and reproducibly to the measuring positions. Measurement of the contact angle with up to 4 liquids ensures maximum accuracy when determining the surface free energy.
  
  https://www.kruss-scientific.com/products/drop-shape/dsa100/drop-shape-analyzer-dsa100/
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  Solar Carbon Dioxide Reduction Reactor A combination of Thermo Fisher TRACE 1310 RGA-GC-MS and Ashai Spectra MAX 303 solar simulators to measure photocatalytic CO2 reduction into C1-C6 hydrocarbons.
  
  https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/LHA216300011#/LHA216300011
  https://www.asahi-spectra.com/opticalinstrument/max350.html
  
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  Solar Hydrogen Evolution Reactor A combination of Agilent 78790B gas chromatography and Asahi Spectra MAX 303 solar simulators to measure hydrogen evolution from photocatalysis.
  
  https://www.agilent.com/cs/library/datasheets/public/5991-1436EN.pdf
  https://www.asahi-spectra.com/opticalinstrument/max350.html
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  Autolab PGSTAT302N This high end, high current potentiostat/galvanostat, with a compliance voltage of 30 V and a bandwidth of 1 MHz is specially designed for electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, with a maximum current of 2 A, the current resolution is 30 fA at a current range of 10 nA.
  
  https://www.metrohm-autolab.com/Products/Echem/NSeriesFolder/PGSTAT302N
• Brand: TENCOR,
  Model: P-7
  Tencor P-7 Stylus Profiler The P-7 stylus profiler from TENCOR is a surface measurement system with 150 mm scan length standard. It offers good measurement repeatability and reliable height measurements of up to 50 nanometers. Its sensor includes dynamic force control, excellent linearity, and high vertical resolution. Finally, this stylus profiler's surface measurement system includes point-and-click operation.
  
  https://www.kla-tencor.com/products/instruments/stylus-profilers/p-7
• Brand: KP Technology,
  Model: Kelvin Probe
  KP Technology Kelvin Probe The Kelvin probe is a non-contact, non-destructive vibrating capacitor device used to measure the work function (WF) of conducting materials or surface potential (SP) of semiconductor or insulating surfaces. This system from KP Technology offers a WF resolution of 1-3 meV. The high-resolution 3-axis translation stage allows performing 50 x 50 mm 2D scans. The Kelvin probe is set up inside a Faraday and light enclosure to prevent from unwanted electromagnetic interferences.
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  Abet Sun 3000 Class AAA Abet Technologies offer a wide range of ASTM, IEC, and JIS standards compliant solar simulators ranging from 150W to 3kW with one sun or greater, illuminated field sizes from 50 x 50 mm to 35 x 35 cm.
  
  http://abet-technologies.com/solar-simulators/sun-3000-class-aaa/
  
• Brand: Oriel,
  Model: Sol3A
  Oriel Sol3A Oriel Sol3A solar simulators use a single lamp design to meet Class A requirements for three performance criteria without compromising the 1 Sun output power. This solar simulator fulfills class AAA, with the first letter representing Spectral performance, the second letter Uniformity of Irradiance, and the third letter Temporal Stability. Active area size: 6x6 inches, Air Mass 1.5G Filter, Xenon Arc Lamp.
  
  https://www.newport.com/f/class-aaa-solar-simulators
  
• Brand: Newport,
  Model: Oriel IQE-200
  Newport Oriel IQE-200 Permits simultaneous measurements of both the external quantum efficiency (EQE) and the internal quantum efficiency (IQE) of solar cells, detectors, or any photon-to-charge converting devices.
  
  https://www.photonics.com/Products/Oriel_IQE-200/pr40232
• Brand: FLUXiM,
  Model: Paios
  Fluxim Paios Electrical Device Characterization The Paios system from Fluxim performs a variety of electrical and opto-electronic technique to extract charge carrier mobility, recombination kinetics and doping density of thin films.
  
  https://www.fluxim.com/paios
  
• Brand: Angstrom Engineering,
  Model: Amod e-Beam Deposition
  Angstrom Engineering Amod e-Beam Deposition We are using our e-Beam deposition system to deposit thick films of all kinds of metals, and many metal oxides for solar cell applications.
  
  https://angstromengineering.com/products/amod/
  
• Brand: Angstrom Engineering,
  Model: Amod Sputter Deposition
  Angstrom Engineering Amod Sputter Deposition Our two systems are configured to support two types of vacuum sputter deposition: RF sputtering, DC sputtering. Each of these deposition methods uses a process sputter gas, which is usually an inert gas like argon with reactive gases added for certain processes.
  
  https://angstromengineering.com/products/amod/
• Brand: Angstrom Engineering,
  Model: Amod Thermal evaporator
  Angstrom Engineering Amod Thermal Evaporators We carry five thin film deposition systems from Angstrom Engineering for thermally depositing a wide range of materials including metals, organic and inorganic small molecules. The deposition rate is controlled using quartz crystal sensors to ensure consistent, high-quality film formation.
  
  https://angstromengineering.com/products/amod/