MAIA3 model 2016

The MAIA3 model from 2016 is an ultra-high resolution SEM with excellent imaging capabilities in the whole range of beam energies.

A versatile detection system and high spatial resolution allows the observation of even the finest surface details. This is an essential feature for comprehensive characterisation of nanomaterials, for observation of beam-sensitive samples common in the semiconductor industry and for comfortable imaging of non-conductive samples including uncoated biological specimens.

Key features:

  • Triglav™ - newly designed UHR electron column
    • TriLens™ objective system: unique combination of three-lens objective and crossover-free beam path
    • Advanced detection system with multiple SE and BSE detectors
      • TriSE™ and TriBE™
    • Triglav™ - Ultimate ultra-high resolution at low beam energy: 1 nm at 1 keV and 0.7 nm at 15 keV
    • EquiPower™ thermal power dissipation system for excellent electron column stability
    • Electron beam currents up to 400 nA and rapid beam energy changes
    • Optimised column geometry for accommodating large wafers up to 8”
    • Real-time In-Flight Beam Tracing™ for performance and beam optimization
    • Extended low-vacuum mode with chamber pressures up to 500 Pa for imaging non-conducting specimens
  • Triple BSE detection TriBE™ for angle-selective signal collection. The Mid-Angle BSE and In-Beam LE-BSE detectors are located inside the column and detect medium-angle and axial backscattered electrons, while the In-Chamber BSE Detector detects wide-angle electrons. Together, they deliver a variety of imaging contrasts and enable low-energy detection down to 200 eV.
  • Triple SE detection TriSE™ to capture SE signal optimally in all working modes. The In-Beam SE detector inside the column enables detection of electrons at very short working distances. SE detector for beam deceleration mode gives ultimate resolution in BDM.