nano3DX

Rigaku · Japan · Introduced 2014
Microscope X Ray Microscope X Ray Nano Ct
Description

The Rigaku nano3DX is a true X-ray microscope that uses a rotating anode source and high-resolution CCD detector to produce sub-micrometer 3D images without destructive sample preparation. With resolutions down to 0.27 µm voxel size, it fills the gap between optical microscopy and electron microscopy. Applications include pharmaceutical particle analysis, composite material microstructure, biological tissue architecture, and ceramic porosity mapping.

Specifications
Voltage Range Kv 20, 50
Max Power W 30
Source Type rotating_anode
Target Materials Cu, Mo, Cr
Detector Type high_resolution_CCD_scintillator
Spatial Resolution Nm 600
Minimum Voxel Size Nm 270
Max Sample Diameter Mm 10
Rotation Range Deg 360
Quasi Monochromatic Yes
Optics Type confocal_max_flux
Field Of View Mm 0.7, 5
Phase Contrast Capable Yes
Beam Hardening Free Yes
In Situ Compatible Yes
Filters None, Cu, Mo, Cr
Imaging Modes
Absorption Contrast Phase Contrast Nano Ct In Situ Imaging Dual Energy
Typical Specimens
Semiconductor Package Battery Electrode Carbon Fiber Composite Catalyst Particle Biological Tissue Mineral Grain Pharmaceutical Tablet