AFMWorkshop – A Leading Manufacturer for High-Value Atomic Force Microscopes

With over 250 customers worldwide, AFMWorkshop has developed a reputation of being the leading manufacturer for high-value atomic force microscopes. We design and manufacture high-quality atomic force microscopes (AFMs) that far exceed the expectations of our customers, and we provide fundamental training to each of our customers. We guarantee our AFMs will run your application, and our customer service is always available to assist.

Our Design

AFMWorkshop atomic force microscopes offer the essential features needed to measure high-quality AFM images, without the additional cost for unnecessary features. For research, the TT-2 AFM has an open architecture with unsurpassed flexibility needed for research instruments. The LS AFM is the best option for scientists and researchers working with soft samples and biomaterials. . Our newest model, The B AFM, is useful for routine scanning and educational purposes, and our latest model, the HR-AFM AFM has been designed from the ground up for ultra-low noise, highest-possible resolution imaging. You can also buy an AFM platform, and add the necessary modes and features based on your budget and needs. For scientists and engineers requiring AFM capability, AFMWorkshop is the leader in value.

Satisfaction Guarantee

AFMWorkshop is confident that our atomic force microscope will be able to run your application, and we guarantee it. You tell us what you’re trying to achieve with the application of an AFM and we will make sure you can do it, or we’ll refund the full purchase price of your AFM. Our success is your success, and we will work with you to ensure your productivity using AFMWorkshop products.

Training

About 80% of AFMWorkshop customers are buying and/or using an atomic force microscope for the very first time. We at AFMWorkshop view training as an essential element of AFM operation which is often overlooked, leading to frustration and loss of valuable time. By offering in-house workshops as well as on-site training to each of our customers, we ensure that they are fully prepared to operate their AFM successfully. We also offer tutorials on our website explaining the basic function of an atomic force microscope, as well as videos and webinars for further education.

Research, Industry, and Education

AFMWorkshop has successful customers worldwide in fields ranging from nanotechnology and life sciences to education and industry. Customers consistently comment on the amazing value of their instruments and on the depth and quality of training and technical assistance AFMWorkshop provides. AFMWorkshop customers have hundreds of publications worldwide using AFMWorkshop products; and thousands of students have received training on an AFMWorkshop atomic force microscope. By creating microscopes with a low-cost to the end user, AFMWorkshop is opening up atomic force microscopy to more educational settings in high-schools, colleges, and universities across the globe.

The goal of AFMWorkshop is to provide affordable atomic force microscopy solutions to scientists, andengineers within all levels of academia and industry. To increase the accessibility of AFMs, we build our AFMs with price and resolution in mind. Our atomic force microscopes provide resolution down to the tens of picometers range – plenty of resolution for most applications. With proper training, AFMWorkshop AFMs are an affordable option for researchers in many emerging fields of science, as well as engineers in industrial fields. At a fraction of the cost of other AFM manufacturers, AFMWorkshop is the only option for high-value atomic force microscopy.

For more details about AFM Workshop Products and its services, please visit www.afmworkshop.com or call at 1 (888) 671-5539.

The Technology Behind Atomic Force Microscopes

The technology behind atomic force microscopes has been developed by pioneering scientists and engineers at leading technology firms, government labs, and universities throughout the world. AFMs continue to evolve and advance as scientists require higher resolution topographic scanning

Atomic Force Microscope Technology

Light Lever Force Sensor

The light lever force sensor had its origins in the work of precision engineers working on surface profilers. In 1932, Smaltz presented a light lever stylus profile that used film to record the movement of a sharp probe as it scanned across a surface. This technique was first applied to AFM by Amer, an IBM scientist. The light lever force sensor is now the standard in AFM designs.

Vibrating Mode AFM

As with the light lever force sensor, vibrating probe instruments were developed first for surface profilers. It was discovered that by vibrating the probe above a surface as it was scanned, lateral forces on the probe were reduced. Although Binnig and Quate discussed vibrating modes in their pioneering paper, it was a team of IBM scientists led by Kumar Wickramsinghe that first applied vibrating techniques to the AFM. Wickramsinghe’s group found that they were able to make the technique sensitive enough that they did not have to tap the surface. The AFMWorkshop does not recommend tapping the surface in vibrating mode AFM. This is possible using the technology developed by IBM scientists.

**The Technology Behind Atomic Force Microscopy**

Feedback Circuits

The first scanning tunneling microscope developed at IBM in Switzerland utilized analog feedback to control the relationship between the probe and surface while measuring an image. This is very similar to the pioneering work of Young at the NBS. Soon after that pioneers such as A. Lewis built scanning probe microscopes with digital feedback. However, because of the limitations of ADC and DAC converters, AFM Workshop uses high-fidelity analog feedback circuits to control the Z position of the probe/sample in its microscopes.

Re-Trace Technology

In a scanning probe microscope it is often advantageous to store height information while scanning a sample. This stored information can then be used for a following scan to hold the probe at a fixed distance above a sample’s surface. This technique was pioneered by University of Texas professor Alan Bard.

For a more complete introduction to Atomic Force Microscopy, we recommend Atomic Force Microscopy, by Peter Eaton and Paul West, published by Oxford University Press.

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Advantages Of Using AFMs For Nanoparticle Characterization

The Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) allows for 3D characterization of nanoparticles with sub-nanometer resolution. Nanoparticle characterization using Atomic Force Microscopy has a number of advantages over dynamic light scattering, electron microscopy and optical characterization methods.

Nanoparticle Characterization Overview

Unique advantages of AFM nanoparticle characterization include

Characterization of nanoparticles that are .5 nm in diameter and larger.
Nanoparticle mixture distributions below 30 nm.
Characterization of variable geometry nanoparticles.
Direct visualization of hydrated nanoparticles/liquid medium.
Characterization of nanoparticle physical properties such as magnetic fields.
Analysis of the size of nanoparticles.

Nanoparticles over 0.5 nm in diameter
An outstanding feature of the Atomic Force Microscope is that it can directly create images of nanoparticles with dimensions between 0.5 nm and 50+ nm. Nanoparticle size distributions are directly calculated from AFM images.
Nanoparticle Mixture Distributions below 30 nm
AFMs can easily identify and characterize bimodal distributions of nanoparticles. AFMWorkshop’s built-in nanoparticle analysis software makes nanoparticle characterization fast and easy.

Variable geometry nanoparticles
AFM can evaluate variable nanoparticle geometry, from traditional spherical nanoparticles to more exotic fractal geometries of nanoparticle clusters.
Hydrated Samples/Liquid Mediums
The atomic force microscope’s ability to measure conductive or non-conductive samples in air allows for characterization of complex polymers and biological samples. For samples that need to be kept hydrated or in a controlled liquid or pH solution, AFMWorkshop offers a fluid cell option that allows for AFM analysis in liquid.

Physical Properties of Nanoparticles
Many AFM modes may be used to measure nanoparticle physical properties such as magnetic fields, mechanical properties, electrical properties, and thermal conductivity.

Nanoparticle Size Analysis
A specialized AFMWorkshop optional Nanoparticle Analysis Software measures the critical dimensions of AFM nanoparticle images. This is possible because an AFM measures the entire three dimensional structure of the nanoparticles.

To learn more about AFM analysis of nanoparticles, feel free to visit http://www.afmworkshop.com.

AFMWorkshop Atomic Force Microscope Probes

Where Atomic Force Microscopy Probes are used? Atomic Force Microscopy Probes are used for all atomic force microscope applications, and are operated in vibrating (tapping), non-vibrating (contact), lithography, conductive and magnetic AFM, as well as force-distance scanning.

AFMWorkshop offers AFM probes from the largest international probe manufacturers at discounted prices. These probes are available to US customers that own AFMWorkshop products only. AFM Probes are nanofabricated using highly-doped single crystal silicon with unparalleled reproducibility, robustness, and sharpness, giving consistent high-quality AFM images.

ACLA AFM Probes

ACLA AFM Probes are designed for vibrating mode (non-contact, tapping mode, intermittent contact, and/or close contact) applications. Compatible with most commercially available SPMs/AFMs, ACLA probes are nanofabricated using highly doped single crystal silicon with unparalleled reproducibility, robustness and sharpness for consistent high-resolution imaging capabilities. This is a box of 10 probes.

SHOCONA Probes

SHOCONA Probes are designed for non-vibrating, contact mode applications and are compatible with most commercially available SPMs/AFMs. These probes are nanofabricated using highly doped single crystal silicon with unparalleled reproducibility, robustness and sharpness for consistent high resolution imaging capabilities. This is a box of 10 probes.

For a more in-depth understanding of how AFM probes work, as well as some helpful AFM tips and pointers, you can get in touch with experts of AFMWorkshop. At a fraction of the cost of other AFM manufacturers, AFMWorkshop is the only option for high-value atomic force microscopy. They provide a closer look at their AFMs, including full demonstrations, introductory AFM videos and more.

AFMWorkshop designed the free Atomic Force Microscopy animated tutorials to help students and professionals learn AFM technology and how an Atomic Force Microscope works. They offer multiple AFM courses and AFM training opportunities: from building your own Atomic Force Microscope to learning advanced techniques and applications.

Choose AFMWorkshop to Buy Atomic Force Microscopes

When it comes to buying innovative Atomic Force Microscopes, researchers, educators, and engineers choose AFMWorkshop. Do you know why? Continue reading to know about AFMWorkshop Atomic Force Microscopes in detail.

Here are some of the reasons, why AFMWorkshop is the best choice:

Easily Add New Features

New features and options are developed often in the course of research. You can easily add new features to the AFM Workshop products. They offer a discount for products if they are able to develop a new feature. The feature can be offered for sale on their website, or shared with other customers on the Forum pages of their website.

Easy Customization

All instrumentation from the AFM Workshop allows customization of the products due to its open design. AFMWorkshop develops and manufactures innovative Atomic Force Microscopes for different fields. Furthermore, the AFM Workshop actively seeks collaborations with development labs, companies, and educational institutions.

Reasonable Prices

AFMWorkshop offer their products on their website and the products are manufactured and sold in reasonable volumes and prices.

OEM and VARs

If a company needs an AFM for a product and requires an AFM platform, they can work with them in customizing the instrumentation according to the product requirements. Furthermore, discount on instrumentation is available for volume purchases.

Teaching

If you would like to incorporate AFMWorkshop products into your teaching curriculum, they would be delighted to hear your ideas. They may be able to offer a discount for products that are used for teaching students about atomic force microscopes.

Contribution of AFM expertise

All the AFM Workshop employees have substantial experience with AFM design and instrumentation. They are willing to share the expertise to help you design new instrumentation or applications.

These are some of the reasons why you should choose AFMWorkshop to buy Atomic Force Microscopes. Indeed, AFMWorkshop is a renowned atomic force microscope manufacturer, they offer a wide variety of Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM’s) to suit every research needs. For more information, feel free to visit https://www.afmworkshop.com.

Different Types of Atomic Force Microscopes

As common these days, science has become increasingly reliant on Atomic Force Microscope (AFM). With help of AFM, researchers are focusing on the tiny particles that help to conduct research on misfolding diseases such as diabetes and tuberculosis. There are many achievements and progresses achieved by these microscopes. Some of the reliable Atomic Force Microscopes include:

B-AFM

The B-AFM is a complete system for routine scanning and education. B-AFM includes a computer with software, control electronics, and a stage; everything needed for AFM scanning. The electronics are located at the rear of the B-AFM stage, and only a single USB cable is connected between the computer and the stage.

The B-AFM has everything you need to perform routine scanning on a variety of samples for scientists and engineers with bigger ideas. Due to an intuitive design, this nanoscience instrument is ideal for education. The Basic Atomic Force Microscope is built with high quality material and it is the best option for scientists looking for routine sample scanning.

TT-2 AFM

TT-2 AFM is a second-generation tabletop Atomic Force Microscope and has all the important features and benefits expected from a light lever AFM.

TT-2 AFM can be used in many different fields. The Nanotechnology engineers/researchers, those want to do routine scanning of nano-structures can use the TT-2 AFM. Instrument innovators can use AFM as a platform to create a new instrument and educators can teach students about AFM construction, operation, and applications.

The TT-2 AFM Stage has excellent thermal and mechanical stability required for high resolution AFM scanning. Additionally, its open design facilitates user modification.

NP-AFM

The NP-AFM is a nano-profiler for analysis of features such as surface roughness and metrology of technical samples. Primary applications for the NP-AFM include process development and process control of technical samples.

The NP-Atomic Force Microscope is a complete nano-profiler tool including everything required for scanning samples: microscope stage, electronic box, control computer, probes, manuals, and a video microscope. Several stage options are available for many types of samples in order to create perfect nanoscience instrument for nano imaging and analysis.

LS-AFM

When an inverted optical microscope is required for locating cells or other biomaterials on a surface, the LS-AFM is used in life sciences applications. The LS-AFM can be retrofitted to almost any inverted optical microscope, or it can be purchased with the AFMWorkshop inverted optical microscope.

Once the LS-AFM is paired with an inverted optical microscope, it becomes tip-scanning atomic force microscope designed specifically for life science applications. This product includes everything required for AFM scanning: AFM stage, cables, inverted optical microscope adaptation plate, EBox, manuals, and AFM-Control Software.

SA-AFM

For large samples and industry, the Standalone AFM is a flexible AFM for scanning all sizes and shapes of samples. It can be easily integrated with all manufacturers’ inverted microscopes.

To buy high-value atomic force microscopes, you can choose AFMWorkshop, renowned atomic force microscope manufacturers. They offer a wide variety of Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM’s) to suit your research needs. For more information, feel free to visit https://www.afmworkshop.com.

Education and Training With AFMWorkshop AFMs

Atomic Force Microscopes facilitate nanotechnology developments in all disciplines of science and engineering. There is an extensive and growing demand by students and professionals for AFM education and training.

Here are three types of students that AFMWorkshop products can be used for educating:

Exposure to the Nano World

Educators want to expose students to an atomic force microscope by showing them what an AFM looks like and how AFM operates. Most of the students learn that it is feasible to produce a magnified view of a surface with a scanning tip. Typically, a few samples are imaged during this exposure time so that students directly see the nanometer-sized features on a surface. In this group, students are generally exposed to the AFM for a few hours.

Train Students to Operate an AFM

Educators focused on training students to operate the AFM and to use the instrument for measuring images of several types of samples. Students are shown the basic Atomic Force Microscope operation, including how the feedback control works and how the instrument scans. This educational experience helps students that want to operate AFM instruments in industrial and research environments. This training can last from one week to an entire semester.

Career Options in AFM Design and Service

Educators focus to prepare students for a career in instrumentation design or instrument customer service. This is accomplished by helping students learn the design and construction of an Atomic Force Microscope. This includes an additional category of researchers who intend to repair or modify their own instruments. Students build their own AFMs and learn how to measure images on standard reference samples. A one-week intensive 40-hour course of AFMs can accomplish the objective of this group.

Are you looking for top quality atomic force microscope? If so, get in touch with AFMWorkshop. AFMWorkshop guarantees their AFMs will run your application, and their customer service is always available to assist.

AFMWorkshop has experience of many years in manufacturing atomic force microscopes as well as training users on the operation of AFMs. With hundreds of customers worldwide, AFMWorkshop products have stood the test of time and used in a wide variety of applications.

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