Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM)

Status: Operational

Model:TESCANMAIA3 (withEDX)

The TESCAN MAIA3 is an ultra-high-resolution SEM with excellent imaging capabilities in the whole range of beam energies. A versatile detection system and high spatial resolution allows the observation of even the finest surface details. This is an essential feature for comprehensive characterization of nanomaterials, for observation of beam-sensitive samples common in the semiconductor industry.

• State of sample: Powder, thin films
• Types of samples: conducting, non-conducting, semiconducting
• Electron Gun: Schottky field emission gun
• Resolution: At 1 kV is 1.4 nm using secondary electrons
• Fast imaging rate up to 20 ns.
• EDX attachment for elemental analysis and elemental.

X-Ray Diffractometer (XRD)

Status: Operational

Model: Rigaku Smartlab 9kW

Rigaku SmartLab 9 kW is a general purpose XRD system which can be used in diffraction studies of powders, thin films, and solid objects with various sizes. System has a unique five-axis θ-θ goniometer which enables many kinds of diffraction experiments.

• Types of sample: Powder, thin films
• Types of analysis: Powder XRD, thin film XRD, Grazing incidence, Small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), Wide angle X-ray scattering (WAXS), HR-XRD
• JCPDS files (upon request)

Thermal Constant Analyzer

Status: Operational

Model:HOT-DISCTPS500S

The Hot-Disc TPS 500S Thermal Constant analyzer quickly and accurately measures thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity and specific heat capacity of a wide range of materials. The economical TPS 500S condenses the patented TPS technology with next-generation analysis software, resulting in an efficient, simple-to-use thermal conductivity apparatus.

• Sensors-Kapton with Cable
• Types of Materials – solids, liquids, nanofluids, powders (Pallet form).
• Temperature range: -35 ℃ to 180℃.
• Minimum Sample dimensions (for solid samples): 2mm X 8mm diameter or square for bulk testing 0.1mm X 12mm diameter or square for slab testing
• 10mm X 5mm diameter or square for one-dimensional testing at least 25 ml liquid sample is required (for liquid samples)
• Maximum sample thickness: Unlimited

Acoustic Particle size analyzer

Status: Operational

Model:Zeta-APS

The patented, unique Zeta-

APS performs simultaneous Particle Size and Zeta Potential measurements on undiluted and/or opaque samples! Better yet, unlike other particle size analyzers, you do not have to know a priori - or guess- the PSD shape of your samples.

• By combining Acoustic-Attenuation Spectroscopy and Electro-acoustic techniques, simultaneous Particle Size Distribution (PSD) measurements are made without the need for sample dilution which can lead to errors, be time consuming, and change the sample's actual PSD.
• Wide particle size range of analysis: 10 nm to over 100 microns.
• Can measure ultrasonic Attenuation of the various liquid samples (Frequency range 1- 100 MHz)
• Measurements can be made on a wide variety samples, including aqueous, as well as, non-aqueous samples such as pigments (organic or inorganic), inks, minerals, emulsions, metal oxides, catalysts, nanoparticles, pharmaceuticals, biodispersions, and many others.
• Minimum volume of sample requirement (for liquid samples): 100 mL

Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer

Status: Operational

Model:BRUKER ALPHA-IIFTIRwithATR

ALPHA-II FT-IR spectrometer with universal QuickSnap sampling module ALPHA II is a very compact FT-IR spectrophotometer for quick, easy and reliable FT-IR analysis. The permanently aligned RockSolid interferometer and the reliable diode laser guarantee an accurate and precise data acquisition.

The Eco-ATR sampling module is a single reflection ATR sampling module that allows one to analyze most solids and liquids without any sample preparation. It is equipped with a versatile high throughput ZnSe ATR crystal.

Experimental Features:

• Types of sample: solids and liquid
• Range of pH for liquid samples: pH 4 to pH 8
• Spectral range: 600 – 4000 cm-1

Experimental Features:

• Types of sample: solid pellets
• Spectral range: 350 cm-1 to 4000 cm-1
• Dehumidifier controlled chamber ensuring the absence of unwanted hydroxyl signatures

The Eco-ATR sampling module is a single reflection ATR sampling module that allows one to analyze most solids and liquids without any sample preparation. It is equipped with a versatile high throughput ZnSe ATR crystal.

Experimental Features:

• Types of sample: solids and liquid
• Range of pH for liquid samples: pH 4 to pH 8
• Spectral range: 600 – 4000 cm-1

UV-Vis Spectrophotometer

Status: Operational

Model:MotrasDoubleBeamUv-VisSpectrophotometer Model:UVPlus

This equipment helps in analyzing the UV-Vis absorption/transmittance spectra of liquid samples.

Features:

• Types of samples: liquid, liquid dispersions
• Spectral range: 200 – 1000 nm
• Wavelength accuracy ± 0.1 nm

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Instructions

• Users must have to acknowledge CAFMC, Prof. Rajendra Singh (Rajju Bhaiya) Institute of Physical Sciences for Study and Research, VBS Paranuchal University, Jaunpur for providing experimental facility.
• Extra GST 18% would have to pay for all academic and industry users.
• The user must have to submit the softcopy of the published research work using CAFMC facility.