The new NanoWizard? NanoOptics head comes with excellent physical and optical access to the sample from top and bottom as well as from front and side, even when the head and condenser are in place. Additionally, it has an integrated port for fiber SNOM applications.

Because stability and reproducibility of the SPM-tip positioning and scanning are vital for applications requiring the collection of single photons over a long time period, the system has been optimized for it. Improved closed-loop control on 5 or 6 axes and highest scanner resonance frequency in z deliver a scanner performance previously not available in a commercial AFM. This ensures highest data quality for imaging and force measurements in air and liquids.

The new Vortis? Advanced SPM controller delivers cutting edge values for noise levels, data acquisition speed, and maximum versatility. Advanced electronics and software for multiple feedback controls, highest bandwidth and access to all signals combined with the ability to work with user-written scripts are all key elements for successful experiments. Synchronization of AFM and spectrometer data is achieved by a user-friendly software interface.

The NanoWizard? AFM is designed for optimal use in liquid and comes with a vapour barrier, encapsulated piezos and a variety of dedicated liquid cells. The system may also be used in air or controlled gas environments.

Flexibility in the software and the range of accessories make the system ready for any user-defined experiments. The newly developed fiber coupled detection module for sensitive detectors such as APDs and PMTs delivers outstanding results in terms of stray-light suppression.