Learn the key units for coating thickness: microns (µm) and mils. Understand their differences, conversions, and how to avoid costly measurement errors.
Learn how melting point analysis reveals substance purity and identity through crystal lattice disruption and melting point depression caused by impurities.
Learn the top causes of IR spectroscopy errors: poor sample prep, atmospheric interference, and background issues. Improve your technique for reliable results.
Discover the key advantages of IR spectrophotometry: fast functional group identification, non-destructive analysis, and versatile sample handling for labs.
Learn the best methods to measure melting rate, from DSC for precision to gravimetric analysis for bulk processes. Essential for material science and process control.
Learn essential FTIR precautions to protect sensitive optics, ensure accurate sample prep, and maintain data integrity. Avoid common pitfalls for reliable results.
Explore the types of CVD coatings, including Thermal CVD, PECVD, and specialized methods. Learn how to choose the right process for your substrate and application.
Learn the core IR spectroscopy techniques for solids, liquids, and gases. Choose the right sample prep method for accurate identification and analysis.
Explore the main limitations of XRF analysis, including light element detection, matrix effects, and sample preparation challenges, to ensure accurate results.
Learn how to minimize XRF analysis errors. Discover the critical role of sample preparation, contamination control, and method selection for accurate data.
Discover how PVD coatings like Zirconium Nitride (ZrN) create impermeable barriers to prevent corrosion, withstanding 1200+ hours of salt spray testing.
Learn how to measure thin film optical properties like thickness, refractive index, and extinction coefficient using spectroscopic ellipsometry and complementary techniques.
Explore the analytical range of XRF measurement, from ppm to 100%, and learn how element type, sample matrix, and instrument choice affect detection limits.
Explore the main IR spectroscopy techniques: Transmission, ATR, Specular & Diffuse Reflectance. Learn how to choose the best method for your sample type.
Discover how optical coatings manage light reflection, transmission, and wavelength selection to improve efficiency in lenses, lasers, and scientific instruments.
Explore alternatives to FTIR like Raman, NMR, XRD, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. Learn their strengths and how to choose the best technique for your specific analysis needs.
Optical coatings are thin films applied to lenses and mirrors to manage light via interference, enabling anti-reflection, high-reflection mirrors, and precise filtering.
Explore FTIR microspectroscopy for IR imaging of biological samples. Learn how to overcome water interference and map proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.
Learn how deposition rate affects thin film density, stress, and microstructure. Optimize your process for superior optical, electronic, or protective coatings.
Discover how ion beams generate, accelerate, and focus ions to sputter, deposit, or implant materials with subatomic precision for advanced applications.
Learn how thin film coatings modify surface properties for optical, electrical, and mechanical applications. Explore PVD, CVD methods, and material selection.
Learn systematic methods for detecting vacuum leaks, from pressure rise tests to helium mass spectrometry, ensuring your system's integrity and efficiency.
Explore the superior quality of sputter films: high density, excellent adhesion, precise composition control, and smooth surfaces for optical, electronic, and protective coatings.