Non-ambient solutions. State-of-the-art in situ X-ray analysis made easy

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1 Non-ambient solutions State-of-the-art in situ X-ray analysis made easy

2 PANalytical s approach to the implementation of non-ambient attachments is characterized by: Ease of use Versatility Delivering the best data quality Optimum results with a minimum number of user actions

3 Complete solution for in situ X-ray analysis PANalytical offers a wide range of non-ambient solutions placing in situ in front of nearly every application supported on our XRD instruments. Together with our suppliers and customers we are continuously increasing the number of available in situ options. Why in situ? Change of temperature, pressure, gas atmosphere, and so on, influences material properties, triggers chemical reactions or causes phase transformations. X-ray diffraction and scattering techniques are the first and sometimes the only choice for the correct and accurate in situ characterization of these changes. Temperature Cubic 1177 ºC Orthorhombic 25 ºC Seamless hardware integration 1 1 Quick and easy change to a nonambient setup thanks to the PreFIX concept, implemented on the Empyrean XRD platforms 2 19 rack mounts for non-ambient controllers, built in Empyrean and X Pert3 Powder enclosures 2

4 Full software support Data Collector the central toolbox for instrument control and data acquisition Automatic compensation for sample displacement The automatic height compensation mechanism is implemented in Data Collector to account for a displacement of a sample holder during heating/ cooling. The mechanism enables automatic correction of sample height as a function of temperature. A number of compensation tables for commonly used experimental setups is included in Data Collector. More specific compensation tables can be easily created by a user. Furnace heater L L = α L T Sample holder Ref.: application note "Measuring accurate peak positions in non-ambient XRD available on All experimental data are saved Apart from the full information about a measurement, the recorded temperature and, where applicable, humidity, are also saved together with the data in an XRDML file. Furthermore, a separate XRDML file with the programmed and measured profile is automatically created.

5 Easy and flexible method setup Data Collector offers a flexible interface for easy and straightforward programming of a non-ambient experiment. The programmed profile is visualized in real time providing an overview and helping to keep track of changes. At the end of the experiment the sample chamber is brought to room conditions to ensure a safe ending of the experiment. Further, the X-ray tube can be set to stand-by or even switched off at the end of an experiment. Automatic condensation-free humidity experiments Data Collector offers the thoroughly optimized automatic combined control of temperature and relative humidity for condensation-free experiments with both MHC-trans and CHC plus + Anton Paar chambers. The entire experiment (including the water bath of CHC plus + ) is under Data Collector control ensuring very smooth transition steps even at the highest temperature and humidity values. Programmed and measured temperature and humidity profiles plotted in Data Viewer Reference: application note Automatic condensation-free combined temperaturehumidity control for XRD studies, available on:

6 Data visualization and analysis HighScore and HighScore Plus the most comprehensive powder diffraction software suite The HighScore software suite offers multiple options for the visualization and analysis of non-ambient data sets: Automatic user batches for data analysis Cluster analysis 3D plots Isoline plots Automatic output in Excel of the results of the automatic Rietveld refinement of 60 XRD patterns collected during heating of nano-tio 2 Reference: application note Automatic analysis of large amounts of X-ray diffraction data with HighScore Plus, available on: Clustering performed on large non-ambient data sets helps to optimize further data processing. 3D plot for high-quality data visualization

7 Long and successful co-development Together with our partners and suppliers of non-ambient equipment PANalytical strives to optimize and simplify non-ambient solutions for our users. Here there are just few examples: Oxford s Cryostream Plus Compact designed specifically for PANalytical diffractometers Unified easy-to-use high-vacuum system optimized in collaboration with Edwards Height compensation tables to correct for sample displacement during heating/cooling Integration of Anton Paar DHS 1100 enabling 360º rotation Optimized combined control of temperature and relative humidity for Anton Paar chambers Freedom of experiment design Get the most out of your non-ambient setup PANalytical offers full support of most of the non-ambient chambers and attachments. Details about all of them are included in the leaflets. However, upon request, integration of other non-ambient devices from various suppliers is possible. Please discuss your requirements with your local PANalytical sales representative and ask what PANalytical can do to offer you a tailor-made solution. Many aspects of non-ambient experiments on PANalytical diffractometers are made easy by combination of optimized hardware and software integration. To help our customers further we organize application courses (both, in-house and on-site), user days, webinars and continuously update our webpage with the new application examples and know-how. Please visit the knowledge center on for more information.

8 About PANalytical PANalytical s mission is to enable people to get valuable insight into their materials and processes. Our customers can be found in virtually every industry segment, from building materials to pharmaceuticals and from metals and mining to nanomaterials. The combination of our software and instrumentation, based on X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy as well as pulsed fast thermal neutron activation (PFTNA), provides our customers with highly reliable and robust elemental and structural information on their materials and is applied in scientific research and industrial process and quality control. PANalytical employs over 1,000 people worldwide. The company s headquarters are in Almelo, the Netherlands. Fully equipped application laboratories are established in Japan, China, the US, Brazil, and the Netherlands. PANalytical s research activities are based in Almelo (NL) and on the campus of the University of Sussex in Brighton (UK). Supply and competence centers are located on two sites in the Netherlands: Almelo (X-ray instruments) and Eindhoven (X-ray tubes), in Nottingham, UK (XRF applications and standards), in Quebec, Canada (fusion sample preparation) and in Boulder CO, US (nearinfrared instruments). PANalytical is active in all but a few countries of the world. This worldwide sales and service network ensures unrivalled levels of customer support. The company is certified in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO Visit for more information about our activities. PANalytical is part of Spectris plc, the productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls company. Access to expertise With the largest global network we offer Expertise, the most comprehensive support possible, including: On-site training Training courses at regional competence centers Optimization of analytical methodology Consultation on sample preparation Push-button solutions Customized reference samples Analytical services Assistance with multi-laboratory standardization Care Agreements Our customer support solutions have been developed with your business in mind. They are formulated as a family of four Care Agreements which can be tailored to your specific needs and provide fast, secure and reliable support. ECONOMY: indispensable coverage for self-sufficient operations ADVANCED: cost-effective support for routine usage PREMIUM: flexible package for high equipment usage ELITE: most comprehensive package for demanding environments Global and near PANalytical B.V. Lelyweg 1, 7602 EA Almelo P.O. Box 13, 7600 AA Almelo The Netherlands Regional sales offices Americas T F T F info@panalytical.com Europe, Middle East, Africa T F Asia Pacific T F Although diligent care has been used to ensure that the information herein is accurate, nothing contained herein can be construed to imply any representation or warranty as to the accuracy, currency or completeness of this information. The content hereof is subject to change without further notice. Please contact us for the latest version of this document or further information. PANalytical B.V PN10114