MadPLL is a fully integrated instrument package that allows the user to create an inexpensive, high-resolution resonant scanning probe microscope. It can create an “instant” closed loop AFM/NSOM at a lower cost than commercial systems. Designed for research and teaching laboratories, the package includes a digital PLL controller, dedicated software, sensor amplifier board, and resonant probe mounting board.
Mad City Labs
Madison, WI
www.madcitylabs.com
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PRESS RELEASE
MadPLL™ for “instant” AFM/NSOM instrumentation
MadPLL™ is a fully integrated instrument package that allows the user to create an inexpensive, high resolution resonant scanning probe microscope. In short, MadPLL™ can create an “instant” closed loop AFM/NSOM at a fraction of the cost of commercial systems.
MadPLL™ has been specifically designed for tuning forks and Akiyama probes and is fully compatible with Mad City Labs’ high resolution closed loop nanopositioning systems; making it easy for users to build a scanning probe microscope with a flexibility that cannot be achieved with other commercial systems.
MadPLL™ includes a digital PLL controller, dedicated software, sensor amplifier board and resonant probe mounting board. Our software includes automated features such as parasitic capacitance control, resonant frequency detection, and Q calculation. The integrated Z-axis PI control loop is fully compatible with our closed loop nanopositioning systems.
The seamless integration of hardware combined with the built-in automated control means that you can concentrate on getting results, not tweaking parameters. MadPLL™ is ideal for research and teaching laboratories offering high performance, versatility, simplicity and excellent value. Please contact [email protected] or visit www.madcitylabs.com.
About Mad City Labs, Inc.
Mad City Labs, Inc. is based in Madison WI and is the leading US manufacturer of precision piezo based nanopositioning stages. Our proprietary sensor technology yields picometer precision under closed loop control with exceptional stability. Our products are implemented in electron and optical microscopy, metrology and imaging applications worldwide. More information about our products can be viewed at www.madcitylabs.com.
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