M470 Scanning Probe WS – BioLogic

M470 Scanning Probe WS – BioLogic

Advanced Scanning Probe Electrochemistry Techniques

Unlock the microscopic secrets of electrochemical systems with the M470 from BioLogic. Unlike traditional bulk electrochemical measurements, scanning probe electrochemistry techniques allow for the visualization and understanding of localized electrochemical behaviors. With the M470, researchers can precisely correlate various sample features such as step edges and grain boundaries to their electrochemical responses, providing deeper insights into the observed bulk electrochemistry.

Comprehensive Electrochemical Investigation with M470

The M470 introduces an array of scanning probe electrochemistry techniques including SECM, ic-SECM, LEIS, SVET, SKP, SDC, and OSP. Its modular design affords researchers unparalleled flexibility, allowing the selection and combination of different modules to investigate surface activity, local impedance, potential, current, and topography. Tailored for a myriad of applications across corrosion research, biology, energy, and materials science, the M470 serves as an essential instrument for understanding and improving electrochemical systems.

Designed for Precision and Flexibility

As the fourth generation of scanning probe electrochemistry instruments from BioLogic, the M470 sets new standards in flexibility and precision. Its high-resolution, accurate scanning stage is optimized for electrochemistry measurements, reducing artifacts and ensuring repeatability. Researchers can expand their technique catalog dynamically with its modular nature and comprehensive software, supporting a fully customizable electrochemistry experience. The inclusion of over 40 discrete experiments alongside advanced data analysis capabilities underscores the M470’s role as a pivotal tool for electrochemical innovation.

Technical Specifications
Scanning Stage
Scan Range (x,y,z)110 mm x 110 mm x 110 mm
Minimal Step Size (x,y,z)20 nm
PositioningClosed loop positioning, linear, zero hysteresis encoder with direct real-time readout of displacement in x, y, z
Linear position encoder resolution20 nm
Max Scan Speed10 mm/s
Measurement Resolution32-bit decoder @ up to 40 MHz
Dimensions500 mm (H) x 400 mm (W) x 675 mm (D)
Potentiostat
SP-300
Compliance Voltage±12 V
Applied Potential±10 V
Resolution300 µV
Measured Potential±10 V
Resolution1.65 µV
Current Ranges100 pA to 1A
Maximum Current± 500 mA
Current Resolution76 aA
Floating CapabilityFloating Mode
Cell Connections2, 3, or 4 electrode
Scan Rate1 µV/s to 200 V/s
ModesPotentiostat, Galvanostat, OCP
EIS Capability
Frequency Range10 µHz to 3 MHz
Analyzer Accuracy1%, 1°
Frequency Resolution0.1 nHz
Available ExperimentsChronoamperometry, Chrono OCP, Chronopotentiometry, Cyclic Voltammetry, Differential Pulse Voltammetry, Normal Pulse Voltammetry, Linear Voltammetry, Square Wave Voltammetry, ECorr vs Time, Galvanostatic Polarization, Linear Polarization Resistance, Potentiodynamic Polarization, Potentiostatic Polarization, Tafel, Zero Resistance Ammetry, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy

FAQ - M470 Scanning Probe WS – BioLogic

What is the M470 - BioLogic?

The M470 - BioLogic is an advanced scanning probe electrochemistry instrument designed for comprehensive electrochemical investigation. It utilizes a variety of scanning probe electrochemistry techniques to allow for detailed visualization and understanding of localized electrochemical behaviors, providing insights beyond traditional bulk electrochemical measurements.

Which scanning probe electrochemistry techniques are supported by the M470?

The M470 supports an array of techniques including SECM, ic-SECM, LEIS, SVET, SKP, SDC, and OSP. This diverse toolkit makes it possible to investigate surface activity, local impedance, potential, current, and topography across various research applications.

What applications can benefit from the M470?

The M470 is tailored for a wide range of applications across corrosion research, biology, energy, and material science. Its ability to correlate precise sample features with their electrochemical responses makes it a vital instrument for understanding and improving electrochemical systems.

How does the M470's modular design enhance research flexibility?

Its modular design allows researchers to select and combine different modules to expand their technique catalog and adapt the instrument's capabilities to their specific research needs. This design, coupled with comprehensive software, supports a fully customizable electrochemistry experience.

What are the key specifications of the scanning stage and potentiostat in the M470?

The M470's scanning stage has a scan range of 110 mm x 110 mm x 110 mm, minimal step size of 20 nm, and a max scan speed of 10 mm/s, equipped with closed-loop positioning. The potentiostat (SP-300) features a compliance voltage of ±12 V, applied potential of ±10 V, a wide range of current capabilities from 100 pA to 1A, and EIS capability with a frequency range of 10 µHz to 3 MHz.

What experiments can be conducted with the M470?

The M470 enables over 40 discrete experiments including Chronoamperometry, Cyclic Voltammetry, Differential Pulse Voltammetry, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy, and many more, highlighting its role as a pivotal tool for electrochemical innovation and research.

How does the M470 ensure precision in electrochemistry measurements?

The fourth generation scanning stage of the M470 is designed for high-resolution, accurate electrochemistry measurements. With its linear, zero hysteresis encoder and direct real-time readout of displacement, the instrument reduces artifacts and ensures repeatability in experiments, setting new standards in precision and flexibility.

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