MicroXCT-100–Compact, 3D X-ray Imaging System for Non-destructive Analysis of Small Samples
The MicroXCT-100 is a compact, imaging system suited for non-destructive analysis of small samples. Each system's sample size limits, resolution and fields of view are uniquely customized to the user's requirements. As such, the imaging set-up for the MicroXCT-100 is extremely simple allowing for rapid sample turnaround. Repetitive scanning of samples from similar production batches with appropriate sample fixturing can be easily done. In addition, multiple point tomography using recipes enables imaging without continuous user interaction, allowing the instrument to operate 24 hours - 7 days a week.
The MicroXCT-100 is equipped with 2 user selectable lenses / detectors, one for high resolution imaging and the other for lower resolution imaging and scanning to easily locate the region of interest. The modular design of the system also allows for easy dis-assembly, transportation and re-assembly, making it an ideal choice for mobile laboratory applications, where samples are either numerous or are not easily transferred.
Benefits
- Non-destructive 3D imaging
- High spatial resolution down to 2 µm and pixel size down to 1 µm
- Small footprint through compact design
- Easy zooming in via 2 lens detector system
- Easy scanning set up
- High productivity through automated multiple point tomography and repetitive scanning
- Easy portability through dis-assembly, transportation and rebuild
- Robust and maintenance free X-ray source
- High speed reconstruction
All MicroXCTs are equipped with robust, maintenance-free closed tube X-ray sources, multiple lens detector systems that allows for easy zooming in with high resolution after low resolution scans, and highly stable and repeatable sample stages. The lens detectors are uniquely designed to give superior contrast even for low absorption materials. The various magnifications also provide immense flexibility in available fields of view and resolutions for a large variety of sample sizes. In addition, these systems are designed to have significantly diminished cone angle artifact as opposed to traditional CT systems using flat panel detectors.
Applications
Life Science Research
Fast ex-vivo scanning of biomedical samples for drug development, teratology, and general biological studies. Customized objective options for repetitive studies on samples with similar characteristics and size can be created.
Oil & Gas Drilling Feasibility Studies
In-the-field imaging of rock cuttings and core samples enabling scientists the ability to perform on-site porosity studies and microstructure modeling useful for in field analysis and quick drilling decision support.