Highly Accurate and Flexible iNano® Nanoindenter for User-Friendly Nanoindentation

The iNano nanoindenter is equipped with the InForce 50 actuator, designed for conducting nanoindentation and universal nanomechanical tests. With a 50 mN force capacity and a 50 µm displacement range, the InForce 50 empowers the system to perform a diverse array of tests.

For seamless nanoscale testing, the iNano incorporates the InView software, a modern and adaptable software package. This compact platform boasts a high-speed InQuest controller and a vibration isolation gantry within its enclosure.

Its versatility extends to the testing of a wide range of materials and devices, encompassing metals, ceramics, composites, thin films, coatings, polymers, biomaterials, and gels.

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Features

InForce 50 actuator featuring capacitance displacement measurement and electromagnetic force actuation, with interchangeable tips.

InQuest high-speed controller electronics boast a 100 kHz data acquisition rate and a 20 µs time constant.

An XY motion system equipped with a convenient magnetic sample holder for easy mounting.

A distinctive software-integrated tip-calibration system, ensuring swift and precise tip calibration.

An integrated microscope with digital zoom for pinpoint accuracy in indentation targeting.

Conformance to ISO 14577 standards and other standardized test methods.

The InView software package, offers RunTest, ReviewData, InFocus reporting, InView University online training, and an InView mobile application for comprehensive functionality.

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Applications

Determination of hardness and modulus (per Oliver-Pharr method)

Rapid creation of material property maps

ISO 14577-compliant hardness testing

Nanoindentation testing at elevated temperatures

Measurement of polymer properties, including tan delta, storage modulus, and loss modulus

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Industries

Semiconductor and packaging sectors

Academic institutions, research facilities, and scientific institutes

Polymer and plastic industries

Ceramic and glass applications

Metal and alloy production

Coating and paint industries

Polymer manufacturing processes

MEMS (Micro-electro-mechanical systems) and nanoscale universal testing

Pharmaceutical research and development

Composite material applications

Battery and energy storage technologies

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