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The LEO 1400 Series Powerful in Performance Quality in Results Optimised for Analysis Easy to Use Flexible in Configuration Designed for Reliability

Powerful in Performance Optimised W or LaB6 gun design highest resolution and beam stability Unique Optibeam column control automatic best resolution or depth of field for higher image detail and interface to DTP or image analysis systems Very large image store complete co-ordination of all SEM control and interface operations ICE - The Integrated Computer Environment with quick fit holders for fast smooth sample preparation and navigation Large travel stage with standard motorisation Turbo-molecular pumping fast pumping and high sample throughput without contamination

I C E Powerful in Performance The Integrated Computer Environment - merging the hardware and software of the microscope for total control and real time responses C E The Integrated Computer Environment Image Display

Powerful in Performance OPTIBEAM Resolution vs semi angle Electron optical configuration of the final lens - ensuring that for whatever probe current you select, the optimum conditions will be set in the column to deliver highest resolution Final Aperture

Powerful in Performance Image Store - up to 3072 x 2304 pixels images (essential for DTP and Image Analysis) can be acquired and stored as TIF, BMP or JPG files

Optimised for Analysis gives you the choice of analytical partner, knowing that everything will work together, whether integrated or stand alone OPENX any EDS with any SEM High precision geared motorised stages precise positioning control on automated analysis for field stitching or small particle analysis and classification Chambers designed for simultaneous multiple signal detection removes any compromise of changing working conditions or sample positioning

Optimised for Analysis Large range of detector accessories the ability to tailor your LEO SEM to your application, knowing all detectors are optimised for the LEO chamber geometry Turbo-molecular pumping no light element EDS problems due to oil contamination on window Simple RS232 communication protocols giving all add on detectors and analysis systems the freedom to request and set microscope parameters

Quality in Results Real time noise reduction, pixel averaging, continuous averaging and frame integration even if the sample is beam sensitive and difficult to examine, noise free images are easy to achieve low noise and short signal path detection for improved signal/noise ratio and clearer images Integrated detector electronics Crisp high quality displays all of the image contrast cleanly and crisply displayed for easy image evaluation without the need for photo Post capture image processing enhance images further with pseudo colour and simple image processing

Quality in Results Annotation and measurement from a paint style control panel Annotate images with text, bitmaps and micron markers, all using WindowsTM fonts and colours Create and save annotation panels Measure point to point, line width, line height, radial and angle Insertion/recall of TIF data from saved images

Quality in Results Annotation and Measurement

Easy to Use True WindowsTM graphical user interface - intuitive to use through mouse and keyboard with all functions in simple icons or windows dialogue boxes, ensuring a short learning curve and high productivity

Easy to Use Ergonomic stage controls moving the image in the direction you want with the precision and accuracy you need Automated functions fast auto-brightness, contrast, focus, stigmation, alignment, gun run up and image find - all at the click of a button Online help ? in the unlikely event of difficulties it is nice to know that there is always comprehensive on line help at hand

Flexible in Configuration Macro generation sequences of commands and parameters can be easily constructed... … and activated with a single mouse click or keystroke

Flexible in Configuration Administrator function new users can be easily catered for, with levels of access to the functionality of the instrument set and their usage monitored

Flexible in Configuration Toolbar editing... the toolbar in the user interface can be customised for different applications, or different users. Whether assigning new commands or macros to it, the toolbar can be saved and recalled at any time