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Standards-quality nanoindentation instruments
The IBIS nanoindentation system provides precision, robustness and value with industry-leading specifications. IBIS is a new product resulting from 20 years development within CSIRO, Australia's premier research organisation. IBIS instruments are sold worldwide and come with a 3 year warranty.
IBIS is a precision nanoindentation tester with traceable calibration, patented robust design, closed loop operation, solid theoretical base, and unmatched accuracy, reliability and price. The instrument is ISO14577 compliant. A range of models is available to suit budget constraints.
Unlike competitor products, the dual load and displacement ranges makes this instrument suitable for measurements on both soft and hard materials and scratch testing without the need to change heads.
(includes many features normally supplied as extras in competitor systems).
* CSIRO patented dual leaf LVDT sensor system featuring closed loop feedback, high precision PZT actuator, and robust construction.
* Quasi-static nanoindentation with partial unload depth profiling for E and H.
* Automatic indentation profile generation or user-created array
* Capable of user-defined loading and unloading sequences
* Mathematical functions for smoothing and fitting of data
* Constant load creep testing, 2, 3 and 4 element modelling.
* Scratch testing (lateral force sensor optional)
* Tension and compression testing
* Dynamic oscillatory motion and multiple frequency Fourier transform analysis.
* Motorized Z axis for automatic approach
* Sample mounts, ground flat and polished for parallelism
* Convenient magnetic sample mounting
* Fused silica standard specimen
* Lined enclosure for acoustic and thermal insulation and damped spring mount
* Computer with LCD monitor
* IBIS Nanoindentation Software (includes control, analysis, diagnostics, and contact mechanics functions)
* Berkovich diamond indenter (calibrated)
* Traceable calibration
* Economical open loop stepper motor stages, X only or X and Y (upgrade to closed loop dc motor stages available).
Features:
* Dedicated force sensor separate from load actuator US Patent 5,067,346
* Dual range force and displacement sensors
* Real time force (and displacement) feedback
* Precision PZT actuator
* Closed loop XY positioning ("Authority" model)
* Robust LVDT design can withstand significant abuse
* Unattended operation
* Automatic z approach
* Easy indenter changeover
* No periodic adjustments - just switch on and use 24/7
Automatic collision detection for safety and reliability
Options:
* High load (up to 5N) system available
* 4-turret microscope
* High precision stages
* Finite element analysis module
* Acoustic emission sensor
* Lateral force measurement (nano/micro-scratch)
* Hot stage (early 2010)
* Anti-vibration table
* Special purpose probes
* AFM objective
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