Step Series: Versatile Mechanical Surface Testing Platforms

The most adaptable step platforms available are the foundation for Anton Paar's mechanical surface measuring heads. These platforms allow the user to perform four different testing methods on one platform: basic tribology, Vickers hardness, indentation, and scratch.

Users benefit from the enhanced sample navigation features over a considerable distance while maintaining the high positioning accuracy (<1 µm). Personalized artificial granite guarantees improved attenuation of vibration. On request, bespoke platforms for humidity chambers, vacuums, and glove boxes can be obtained.

Model: Step 101

Various microscope configuration choices

One measuring head (MCT³) can be mounted

Motorized X (75 mm), Y (75 mm) and Z (30 mm) stages

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Model: Step 301

Motorized X (75 mm), Y (75 mm) and Z (30 mm) stages

One measuring head can be mounted

Anti-vibration table

Various microscope configuration choices

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Model: Step 501

Motorized X (215 mm), Y (75 mm) and Z (30 mm) stages

Anti-vibration table

Up to three measuring heads can be mounted

Various microscope configuration choices

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Model: Step 701

Various microscope configuration choices

Up to three measuring heads can be mounted

Optional atomic force microscope available

Motorized X (215 mm), Y (75 mm) and Z (30 mm) stages

Active anti-vibration table and acoustic enclosure

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Key Features

The Most Versatile Surface Testing Platform on the Market

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Transform the testing skills by utilizing a single platform. Combine tribology testing over a broad force range, automated conventional hardness testing, instrumented indentation, and scratch testing. Switch between methods without changing the setup to save time. Step platform solution leaves the possibility of a future upgrade open, regardless of the purchase of a single head or an entire all-in-one setup.

Navigate Two Times Faster

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The dual view microscope's unique features allow the user to visualize samples twice as quickly: it has a continuous zoom that offers an impressive magnification range of 20× to 10,000×, and it seamlessly transitions from a panoramic surface overview to maximum magnification.

Help When Users Need It

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Whether users require an application, after-sale, or technical support, 37 global subsidiaries are here to assist them no matter where they are. Anton Paar has faith in the superior caliber of the instruments. Anton Paar offers a comprehensive three-year warranty as a result.

Reduce Costs via Automation

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Anton Paar can assist users in integrating the Step platform for automated sample handling, loading, and testing into the QC section of the manufacturing facility. Costs are cut, and measurement throughput is raised.

Reduce Effort, Save Time

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The device allows the user to mount samples of various sizes and measure them straight from the manufacturing line. Unlock custom solutions that are available upon request and created especially to meet the needs for sample holding.