Page 9 - Hydrocarbon Evaluation Rubber and Plastic

•Scanning Probe Microscope
SPM-9500J3
High-resolution observation even of non-
conductive sample is possible in air
without pretreatment, and high-precision
measurement of topographical images and
material surface roughness are possible
with high magnification factors ranging
from several thousand to several million. ■Analysis of rubber materials
These are images of special phase-changing of special
[Main Applications]
rubber observed at room temperature (left) and after being
Topographic observation, viscoelasticity heated for 5 minutes at 100°C (right). The changes in the
surface shape can be clearly observed. (Sample heating unit
measurement, “sea-island” structure used.)
analysis, lamella structure analysis, folded
structure observation, shape observation
of heated samples, research and
development, failure analysis, etc.

•Scanning Electron Microscope SSX-550
The SSX-550 is a cutting-edge SEM-EDS combined system
that enables micro-level shape observation and elemental
analysis for surfaces in a comfortable operating
environment.
With a design putting weight on low-acceleration voltage
observation, non-conducting samples can be observed
without troublesome pretreatment. Also, low-vacuum
observation functions enable non-evaporation EDS analysis.
[Main Applications]
Topographic observation, analysis of additives, acceptance
inspection of raw materials, failure analysis, handling
complaints, etc.

•Electron Probe Microanalyzer EPMA-1600/1610
Observation and high-sensitivity elemental analysis of samples is
possible at the micron level. The EPMA-1610 can perform
analysis at the sub-micron level.
[Main Applications]
Analysis of the distribution and precipitation of additional
elements and solid solution elements, observation and
analysis of treated surfaces (e.g. wiper surfaces),
failure analysis (e.g., observation of surface
deterioration), product development, etc.

9 Evaluation of Additives and Harmful Substances