Ilion+™: planar surface preparation for SEM cross section viewing

Microelectronics International

ISSN: 1356-5362

Article publication date: 3 August 2010

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(2010), "Ilion+™: planar surface preparation for SEM cross section viewing", Microelectronics International, Vol. 27 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/mi.2010.21827cad.001

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Ilion+™: planar surface preparation for SEM cross section viewing

Ilion+™: planar surface preparation for SEM cross section viewing

Article Type: New products From: Microelectronics International, Volume 27, Issue 3

Gatan, Inc. has introduced the Ilion+™, a significant advance in the preparation of large planar cross sections for microscopic imaging and microanalysis. The Ilion+is a dedicated, ion beam based system for the preparation of large area planar cross sections from challenging scanning electron microscope samples. The Ilion+uses a proprietary milling system that exposes significantly greater areas than traditional FIB milling while encompassing a wider range of delicate samples not compatible with mechanical polishing and other techniques. The system is easy to install and operate allowing users to begin making samples quickly. The Ilion+design is based on the proven Gatan PIPS™ (precision ion polishing system).

For more information visit: www.gatan.com

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