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HARD X-RAY SPECTROMETERS

The intuitive, yet versatile X-ray spectrographs for the tender and hard X-ray range feature high-resolution XRF measurements in the 1-12keV energy range.

A variety of table-top sized geometries can be selected for optimum performance with energy resolution 0.5-1.5eV. Crystal choices include flat-, 1D- and 2D-bent crystals, including diced / segmented.

Monte Carlo simulations can be provided to find the optimal spectrometer configuration and geometry. The calculations consider any type and distribution of source, any configuration and distances, and 0D- 1D- and 2D detectors. The resulting detector image and X-ray spectrum gives a direct estimate of energy resolution and efficiency of the spectrometer.

x-ray spectrometer geometries an Monte Carlo x-ray spectrum simulation

Characteristics

x-ray spectrograph in von Hamos, Johann,
or Johansson geometry
crystal choices: flat-, 1D- and 2D-bent, including diced / segmented
Bragg angles 50 to 80°
energy range 1 - 12 keV
energy resolution 0.5 - 1.5 eV
operating pressure <10^-6 mbar vacuum
or 1 bar He
modular, adaptable design
turn-key, hassle-free operation

Special solutions

We offer specialized solutions for almost every application, including:

non-magnetic instruments
special housing geometries, in-chamber solutions
adapted motion axes:
Bragg, gap, roll, pitch with closed-loop feedback
Monte Carlo simulations for performance studies

Please contact us with any special requirements you may have.

Customization

Our goal is to supply the perfect x-ray spectrometer for your application. We customize every spectrometer to exactly match the desired application.

This includes e.g.:

interfacing to experimental chambers
adaption to source type / distance
integration of customer detectors
user-defined slits and filters

Applications

resonant inelastic X-ray scattering (RIXS), X-ray emission spectroscopy (XES) or X-ray Raman scattering (XRS) studies
high intensity laser-matter interaction
high-resolution shot-to-shot characterization of undulator and free-electron-laser (FEL) radiation
magnetically confined plasmas
line characterization in fusion research

Detection

Our spectrometers can be operated with all state-of-the-art detection systems:

x-ray CCD cameras for highest resolution, large dynamic range and absolute signal strength
hybrid photon counting detectors for lowest readout noise

We will select and supply the detector that best fits your application

Specifications

For further specifications, please download the product spec sheet:

Please send us an email inquiry for further information, references or a quotation.

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