Micro-analysis
X-ray elemental map of a titanite grain in a sample of rhyolite from north Wales, showing distribution of the element niobium
The Museum's analysis centre offers 5 instruments with micro-analysis capabilities. Follow the links below to discover key features and technical details, see examples and find out which would be most suitable for your applications.
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Electron probe micro-analysis (EPMA)
The Cameca SX100 is a dedicated wavelength dispersive X-ray electron microprobe that can perform quantitative elemental analysis of samples while left unattended overnight. Get technical information and discover how it works.
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Laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS)
The (ESI) New Wave UP193FX laser ablation system and Agilent 7500cs ICP-MS are coupled together to provide a dedicated LA-ICP-MS system that can perform quantitative trace element analysis of solid materials and U-Pb age determinations in accessory mineral phases. Find out more.
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Scanning electron microscopy with X-ray analysis
The LEO 1455 VP, Zeiss EVO 15LS and Carl Zeiss Ultra Plus Field Emission SEMs are all capable of X-ray analysis. Find out more.