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Accurion EP4 Imaging Ellipsometer

The EP4, our latest generation of imaging ellipsometers, combines ellipsometry and microscopy. This enables the characterization of thickness and refractive index with the sensitivity of ellipsometry on micro-structures as small as 1 µm.

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Overview

The microscopic part of the EP4 enables an ellipsometric-enhanced contrast for microscopic images obtained. Minor changes in refractive index or thickness can be seen in the live view of the camera. This allows to identify regions of interest for the ellipsometric measurements to obtain values for thickness (0.1 nm - 10 µm) and refractive index. 3D maps of the lateral variation of thickness and/or refractive index can be recorded within a single measurement.

  • Modular setup: Easy upgrades between different configurations from BAM, single wave-, multiwave- to full spectroscopic ellipsometer
  • Spectroscopic imaging ellipsometry from 190/250/360 nm to 1000/1700/2700 nm
  • Highest lateral ellipsometric resolution of 1 µm, allowing to determine thickness and refractive index on microstructures as small as 1 µm
  • Ellipsometric enhanced contrast images for a live visualization of the sample
  • First identify, then measure: Intuitive selection of measurement region by drawing region in live view
  • Parallel measurement of multiple regions within the selected field of view
  • Patented knife-edge illumination for the non-destructive suppression of disturbing backside-reflections
  • Enlarge your measurement possibilities by using additional accessories, e.g. cells, temperature control or liquid handling
  • Quality Control: Also available as OEM version for QC in product lines