Observation of surface at low magnifications (x6-x40) in reflection, with integrated annular light and digital camera.

Observation of surface at low magnifications (x6-x40) in reflection, with integrated annular light and digital camera.

Observation of samples at higher magnifications (x25-x500, limit of resolution 0,5 µm) in reflection or transmission, and digital camera.

Realizing quality pictures of large parts at low magnification, in repeatable conditions of lighting and exposition.

Bench and camera support (Kaizer), a reflex camera (Nikon) piloted a software (controlmynikon).

Polishing machine equipped with an autosampler, to prepare embedded sections and surfaces, with a finish at 0,25 µm.

Microtome to prepare cuts of samples, at room temperature, with a thickness in the range 0,5-50 µm.

Fracture of frozen of samples in liquid nitrogen (-196°C), to prepare sections of soft samples.