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Surface & Interface AnalysisCharacterization & Testing

Scanning Kelvin Probe Systems

By KP Technology

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Our large range of Scanning Kelvin Probes give the user full access to 2D and 3D work function plots of samples ranging in size from 50 mm to 350mm. With work function resolution of 1-3 meV, and the spatial resolution of the probe tip diameter, the Scanning Kelvin Probe gives reliable, repeatable measurements for work function ( Φ) and contact potential difference (CPD) measurements. Effects of corrosion can be measured across a surface with high precision e.g. coating uniformity and performance. A Faraday enclosure shields all of our scanning systems from unwanted ambient light, fast changing environmental conditions, electromagnetic interference and provides the perfect platform for our Ambient-pressure Photoemission Spectroscopy (APS) and Surface Photovoltage add-on modules. APPLICATIONS •Organic and non-organic semiconductors •Metals and metal alloys •Thin films and surface oxides •Solar cells and photovoltaics •Corrosion and nanotechnology •Quality control FEATURES •Work function measurement •Work function resolution of 1-3 meV •Scanning area from 50mm to 350mm •Scanning resolution equal to tip diameter •Automatic height regulation •Tip diameter 2.00mm or 0.05mm (SKP5050) KP Technology has been serving the scientific community since 2000 and has grown to be the leading supplier of Kelvin Probe systems worldwide. Founded with the aim of bringing new surface research tools to the market, we offer a spectrum of dedicated Kelvin Probe systems for work function and energy level measurement. Our systems have been specially developed for applications in a variety of environments, ranging from ambient and controlled atmosphere to Ultra-High Vacuum. Recent developments include a patented dual mode Kelvin Probe and Photoemission Spectroscopy system for measurement of the absolute work function of a material by photoemission in air. The range of Kelvin Probe systems offered, and the accuracy of the work function resolution provided by our unique systems is unsurpassed by any other Kelvin Probe supplier. A strong research and development team, coupled with decades of experience in materials research and characterisation has supported the rapid growth KP Technology has experienced over the years. We now service hundreds of companies and research institutes worldwide in their materials research and characterisation requirements. KP Technology systems have been named in hundreds of research papers and continue to feature in peer reviewed client publications year after year.