PANalytical - Empyrean

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The multipurpose solution for your analytical needs

With the Empyrean, PANalytical has set the new standard for a multipurpose diffractometer. In developing the ultimate X-ray platform for the analysis of powders, thin films, nanomaterials and solid objects, the PANalytical R&D team has redesigned all key components of the X-ray diffractometer from the ground up.     
     
It is PANalytical's answer to the challenges of modern materials research, where the lifetime of a diffractometer is considerably longer than the horizon of any research project.     
     
Empyrean     
The standard Empyrean platform with the high resolution theta-theta goniometer is a true multi-purpose research diffractometer. Empyrean has the unique ability to measure all sample types - from powders to thin films, from nanomaterials to solid objects - on a single instrument. Thanks to the PreFIX concept for optics and stages, users can vary the application of choice in matter of minutes, without the need to realign the system.     
     
Empyrean - Alpha-1     
Empyrean Alpha-1 is configured with a unique symmetric Ge monochromator (Johansson type) giving perfect Cu or Co KΑ1-only Bragg-Brentano reflection geometry data for structure determination, with unrivaled resolution, excellent peak symmetry, and ultra-low backgrounds. Thanks to the PreFIX concept on the tube housing, users can easily swap between KΑ1-only configuration to KΑ1,2 in a matter of minutes.
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Features of Empyrean
Highest data quality on every sample            Praised by scientists for its performance, Empyrean allows them to prepare for synchrotron beam time in the best possible way. The unrivalled collection of sample stages and optical components for Empyrean allows applications to be done in various ways: from ‘simple’ by just adding a few slits and analysis software to a standard geometry, to top performance using dedicated optics, sources and detectors. This is ideal for a multipurpose laboratory: if the need for a certain application increases, data quality and throughput time can be improved by adding dedicated modules.            Multipurpose and future proof            “The only thing constant in life is change”. This holds especially in a research environment, where the analytical needs often change with a redirection of the research program. New applications are easily added to an Empyrean system, making it the perfect answer for anything the feature will hold. New and exciting applications are constantly developed on this platform, keeping our customers on the cutting edge of technology.            PIXcel technology            The only X-ray detector that can be used as a point, line and area detector, the PIXcel3D is available as part of the Empyrean, a high-performance X-ray diffractometer platform. With PIXcel3D, PANalytical has been able to design a multipurpose system that handles measurements on powders, thin films, nanomaterials and solid objects in one instrument, with no compromise in data quality.           
  • Superior resolution and speed of data collection     
  • Extremely high dynamic range     
  • High count rate linearity     
  • Maintenance-free            High-performance SAXS/WAXS with ScatterX78            ScatterX78 is a versatile tool for nanoparticle and nanostructure analysis based on small- and wide-angle X-ray scattering. Data can be collected with short measurement times and with good sensitivity even for weakly scattering samples.            • Attachment to goniometer platform      • Compact, ergonomic and easy to use      • Evacuated beam path      • 2theta range: 0.08 - 78 deg      • Variety of sample holders, incl. temperature control      • 2D SAXS and 2D WAXS option
  • General Specifications
    Depth 1162 mm
    Height1947 mm
    Width 1400 mm
    Weight1150 kg
    Additional Specifications

    Enclosure 
    Large doors, allowing access for up to four people simultaneously 
     
    Meets all relevant worldwide regulations for electrical, mechanical and X-ray safety, with all anode types 
     
    System is on wheels for easy installation and relocation 
     
    Goniometer 
    Vertical goniometer, available in theta-theta or alpha-1 geometry 
     
    240 mm radius, interfaces are available to reduce the diffracted beam radius for specific applications 
     
    Maximum usable range (depending on accessories) -111°< 2Θ <168° 
     
    2Θ linearity equal or better than ±0.01° 
     
    New generation direct optical encoding system (DOPS 2) for lifetime goniometer accuracy, using precisely aligned Heidenhain encoders and path tracking technology 
     
    X-ray source 
     
    Fully ceramic X-ray tubes manufactured by PANalytical’s specialized factory under cleanroom conditions 
     
    4 kW generator supporting all current and future X-ray tubes 
     
    All Empyrean instruments are designed for 60 kV operation, allowing optimal performance for Mo and Ag sources

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