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Microscopy Solutions for Materials Science

Materials Science

Throughout history, materials and materials science have played a critical role in the development of the world around us. Aspects of this field impact each one of us daily in the form of everything from simple household items to handheld digital devices and more. In the development of such items, the electron microscopes have been at the core of many important contributions to the field of materials science, whereby, they provided the ability to elucidate characteristics of morphology, composition, physical properties, and even dynamic behavior of incorporated materials. Such instruments are also indispensable for product quality control and understanding the development of new materials. Hitachi High-Tech offers a diverse product line-up to address these points and more, including tabletop SEM systems for quick user-friendly operation, FE-SEM as well as TEM systems for performing high-resolution analyses, and FIB-SEM systems capable of three-dimensional volumetric analysis.

Products

Imaging & Analysis

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Tabletop Microscope TM4000 II / TM4000Plus II

The Future of Tabletop Microscopes is Here!
The TM4000 Series features innovation and cutting-edge technologies which redefine the capabilities of a tabletop microscope. This new generation of the long-standing Hitachi tabletop microscopes (TM) integrates ease of use, optimized imaging, and high-image quality, while maintaining the compact design of the well-established Hitachi TM Series products. Experience the new dimension of tabletop microscopes with the Hitachi TM4000 II and TM4000Plus II.

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Scanning Electron Microscope FlexSEM 1000 II

The FlexSEM 1000 II VP-SEM combines innovative technological features with an intuitive interface, to deliver adaptability and flexibility in a powerful, automated, lab-friendly package. Cutting-edge technology and circuitry provides unrivaled imaging performance, even in variable-pressure environments, a feature previously only available in a full-sized SEM. This SEM runs on clean energy for an economical analytical tool, without compromising performance.
The FlexSEM will change your view of electron microscopy!

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Scanning Electron Microscope SU3800/SU3900

Performance & Power in a Flexible Platform Hitachi High-Tech's scanning electron microscopes SU3800/SU3900 deliver both operability and expandability. The operator can automate many operations and efficiently utilize their high performance. The SU3900 is equipped with a large multipurpose specimen chamber to accommodate observation of large samples.

SU3900SE/SE Plus SU3800SE/SE Plus

SU3900SE/SE Plus SU3800SE/SE Plus

The SU3900SE/SU3800SE Series Microscopes are FE-SEMs that offer high-resolution observation capabilities. They combine easy data acquisition through simple operation with much larger and heavier specimens than existing FE-SEMs. This makes it possible to observe large and heavy specimens including industrial materials such as iron and steel, automotive parts, and aerospace-related parts.

Schottky Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope SU5000

Schottky Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope SU5000

Innovative analytical FE-SEM allows for a simple transition between high vacuum and variable pressure mode. EM Wizard is a knowledge-based system for SEM imaging that goes beyond basic preset conditions and recipes. Its ease of use opens a new gateway for material research, development, and area beyond our imagination.

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Ultra-High-Resolution Schottky Scanning Electron Microscope SU7000

SU7000: The Next-Generation FE-SEM
The modern FE-SEM requires not only high performance but also a multitude of functionalities including wide-area observation, in-situ analysis, variable pressure, high-resolution imaging at low accelerating voltages, and simultaneous multi-signal collection.
The SU7000 is designed to address these aspects and more by delivering enhanced information for diversified needs in the field of electron microscopy.
Experience the nano-world with the SU7000!

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Focused Ion and Electron Beam System Ethos NX5000

Unsurpassed Performance with Ultimate Flexibility
The Hitachi Ethos FIB-SEM incorporates the latest-generation FE-SEM with superb beam brightness and stability. Ethos delivers high-resolution imaging at low voltages combined with ion optics for nanoscale precision processing.

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Ultra-high Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope SU9000II

The Cold Field Emission source is ideal for high-resolution imaging with a small source size and energy spread. Innovative CFE Gun technology contributes the ultimate FE-SEM with superior beam brightness and stability, affording high-resolution imaging and high-quality elemental analysis. Unique object lens design has a capability of EELS and diffraction as well.

Sample Preparation

Ion Milling System ArBlade 5000

Ion Milling System ArBlade 5000

The most advanced broad ion beam system for producing exceptionally high-quality cross-section or flat-milling samples for electron microscopy.

Ion Milling System IM4000Plus

Ion Milling System IM4000Plus

The IM4000Plus Ion Milling System utilizes a broad, low-energy Ar+ ion beam milling method to produce wider, undistorted cross-section milling or flat milling, without applying mechanical stress to the sample.

Sample Cleaner ZONESEMII

Sample Cleaner ZONESEMII

The ZONESEMⅡ。 Tabletop Sample Cleaner uses UV-based cleaning technology to minimize or eliminate hydrocarbon contamination for electron microscopy imaging.

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Sample Cleaner ZONETEM II

The innovative ZONETEM II Desktop Sample Cleaner uses UV-based cleaning technology to minimize or eliminate hydrocarbon contamination for electron microscopy imaging. ZONE offers easy-to-use cleaning for pre-analysis sample preparation, ensuring the best possible data from your TEM samples.

MC1000 Ion Sputter Coater

MC1000 Ion Sputter Coater

Designed and built to Hitachi’s extraordinary standards, the Hitachi MC1000 Ion Sputter Coater is poised to perform in your lab for years to come.

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