Phenom Pharos G2

Product catalog summary

Overview
The Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM by Thermo Scientific is a compact field emission scanning electron microscope (FEG-SEM) designed for both academic and industrial laboratories. It offers superior image quality and user experience compared to many larger SEMs, making high-performance SEM accessible with minimal training.

Key Features

Image Quality: Offers a resolution of 2.0 nm at 20 kV, suitable for detailed imaging of nanoscale features.
Acceleration Voltage: Ranges from 1 kV to 20 kV, accommodating beam-sensitive and insulating samples.
Ease of Use: Quick sample loading and intuitive user interface allow for rapid imaging and analysis.
Installation: Requires only a solid table and a regular power outlet, with included components like a pre-vacuum pump and UPS.

Specifications

Electron Source: Long lifetime Schottky Field Emission source (>10,000 hours).
SEM Resolution: <2.0 nm (SE) at 20 kV, 10 nm (SE) at 3 kV.
Magnification: Up to 2,000,000x.
Sample Handling: Supports sample sizes up to 35 mm in diameter and 100 mm in height.
Elemental Analysis: Optional EDS with a silicon drift detector for comprehensive elemental mapping.

Applications

Suitable for studying nanoparticles, thin films, and sensitive materials without the need for sample coating.
Optional accessories and software enhance capabilities for specific applications like 3D roughness reconstruction and elemental mapping.

System Requirements

Ambient Conditions: Operates between 15°C and 30°C with 20–80% humidity.
Power: Single phase AC 100–240 Volt, 50/60 Hz.
Table Size: Recommended 120x75 cm with a load rating of 150 kg.

Conclusion
The Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM is a versatile and user-friendly tool that democratizes access to high-quality SEM imaging, making it ideal for a wide range of research and industrial applications.

Catalog excerpts

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Nanomaterial characterization becomes truly accessible with the Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM. Left: gold nanoparticles, backscatter electron image. Right: carbon nanotubes, secondary electron image. The Thermo Scientific™ Phenom Pharos™ G2 Desktop FEGSEM brings field emission SEM to your tabletop. The Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM will outperform many floorstanding SEMs in terms of image quality, while offering a vastly better user experience. For academic and industrial laboratories that so far have not considered SEM a realistic option, the Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM makes FEG...

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Sensitive materials require gentle conditions. With an acceleration voltage down to 1 kV, the Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM images beam-sensitive samples without sample coating or other sample preparation. Left: pharmaceutical powder, imaged without damage at 1 kV. Right: the same sample imaged at 5 kV, with damage, illustrating the need for low-kV imaging. Imaging specifications Electron source Detector type S ilicon drift detector (SDD) Long lifetime Schottky Field Emission source (>10,000 hours) Detector active area X-ray window Ultra thin silicon nitride (SiNx) window allowing detection...

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Image data Image format JPEG, BMP, 8-bit TIFF Image resolution options 960x600, 1920x1200, 3840x2400, and 7680x4800 pixels Data storage USB 2.0 Flash drive, internal hard drive, or network System System includes The optional EDS detection suite on the Phenom Pharos G2 Desktop FEG-SEM offers comprehensive elemental analysis with a few clicks and within a few seconds. Elemental Mapping and Line Scan* Elemental Mapping visualizes the distribution of elements throughout the sample. The selected elements can be mapped at a user-specified pixel resolution and acquisition time. The real-time fast mapping...

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