X-ray diffraction (XRD) allows one to ascertain the molecular structure of a crystalline material by diffracting X-rays through the sample. An XRD analyzer obtains interference patterns reflecting lattice structures by varying the angle of incidence of the X-ray beam. Thus, the precision, speed of rotation, and beam size of the X-rays become important parameters by which to judge products. Benchtop XRD can be targeted for single crystal diffraction for imaging lattices; powder diffraction for phase determination; identifying unfamiliar substances for use in inspection, crystallography, and pharmaceutical research correlating crystal structures with drug efficacy. X-ray generators can reach 18 KW in power and detectors typically come as compound silicon arrays, Peltier-Cooled, Silicon Drift, or Scintillation Counter variants. Software targeted for specific XRD applications is available for upgrade in some analyzer models.
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| Company | Rigaku Corporation | Rigaku Corporation | Rigaku Corporation | Rigaku Corporation | Rigaku Corporation |
| Item | SmartLab SE X-ray Diffractometer | Rigaku XtaLAB Synergy Flow Automated Single Crystal XRD | SmartLab High-Resolution Diffraction System | XtaLAB mini™ II Benchtop X-ray Diffraction/Crystallography System | XtaLAB Synergy-DW Versatile Dual Wavelength XRD with HPC X-ray Detector |
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| Catalog Number | SmartLab SE | | SmartLab | XtaLAB mini II | XtaLAB Synergy-DW |
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| X-Ray Tube | 3 kW sealed X-ray tube | Inquire | 3 kW sealed X-ray tube | standard X-ray tubes | Inquire |
| X-Ray Generator | Inquire | Inquire | 9.0 kW Rotating Anode Generator | Standard sealed tube X-ray source running at 600 W coupled to a special curved monochromator to produce usable X-ray flux comparable to a standard X-ray diffractometer | Dual wavelength X-ray source |
| Goniometer Type | Inquire | Intelligent Goniometer Head (IGH) with motorized automation; automated sample centering in as little as 6 seconds | High Resolution Theta/Theta Closed Loop | Rugged two-axis goniometer with fixed detector | kappa goniometer |
| Detector(s) | HyPix-400 2D, D/teX Ultra 250 1D | Direct X-ray detection detectors (varies by Synergy base model selected) | D/teX Ultra 250 silicon strip detector | HyPix-Bantam two-dimensional semiconductor X-ray detector | HPC detector |
| Description | The SmartLab SE is a highly versatile multipurpose X-ray diffractometer with built-in intelligent guidance. It offers continued refinement of the original ease of use features that enabled the original SmartLab to receive the R&D 100 Award in 2006: automatic alignment, component recognition, cross The SmartLab SE is a highly versatile multipurpose X-ray diffractometer with built-in intelligent guidance. It offers continued refinement of the original ease of use features that enabled the original SmartLab to receive the R&D 100 Award in 2006: automatic alignment, component recognition, cross beam optics and advanced photon counting hybrid pixel array detectors (HPAD).
Features: - SmartLab Studio II software based on a new architecturally integrated modular platform
- Cross-beam optics module switches between Bragg-Brentano and parallel beam without the need to change optics.
- HyPix-400 2D detector enables seamless switch between 0D, 1D and 2D detection mode depending on application type.
- D/teX Ultra 250 1D detector accelerates powder diffraction by a factor of 250 in speed and provides adjustable energy resolution of approximately 20% or 4% depending on
sample type. - Integrated intelligent Guidance software enables fully automated measurement including optics and sample alignment.
- Self-aligned optics maximize instrument uptime and minimize cost of ownership.
... Read More | Inquire | The SmartLab high-resolution diffraction system represents the state of the art in fully automated modular XRD systems. The system incorporates a high resolution theta/theta closed loop goniometer drive system, CBO, an in-plane scattering arm, an optional 9.0 kW rotating anode generator, and a fullyThe SmartLab high-resolution diffraction system represents the state of the art in fully automated modular XRD systems. The system incorporates a high resolution theta/theta closed loop goniometer drive system, CBO, an in-plane scattering arm, an optional 9.0 kW rotating anode generator, and a fully automated optical system to make advanced measurements possible for both expert and novice users of the system.
Winner of the 2006 R&D 100 Award for technical innovation, the SmartLab is design for completely automated analysis of thin films and other advanced materials. Powered by Guidance, Rigaku's revolutionary knowledge based software package, SmartLab uses fully deveopled measurement packages for completely automated measurement of thin films, nanomaterials, powders, and liquids. Measurement packages exist for powder diffraction, glancing incidence diffraction, in-plane diffraction, X-ray reflectivity, and small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) measurements.
Features - Θ/Θ design for horizontal sample mounting
- Closed loop drive system for high resolution scanning
- Optional 9.0 kW rotating anode generator
- Fully automatic system alignment
- Guidance software based automated measurement
- 300 mm wafer handling
- CBO for focusing and parallel beam geometries without reconfiguration
- In-plane diffraction arm for in-plane measurements without reconfiguration
- High resolution optics
- SAXS capabilities
... Read More | Benchtop small molecule structure determination
The Rigaku XtaLAB mini II benchtop X-ray crystallography system, is a compact single crystal X-ray diffractometer designed to produce publication-quality 3D structures. The perfect addition to any synthetic chemistry laboratory, the XtaLAB mini II Benchtop small molecule structure determination
The Rigaku XtaLAB mini II benchtop X-ray crystallography system, is a compact single crystal X-ray diffractometer designed to produce publication-quality 3D structures. The perfect addition to any synthetic chemistry laboratory, the XtaLAB mini II will enhance research productivity by offering affordable structure analysis capability without the necessity of relying on a departmental facility. With the XtaLAB mini II, you no longer have to wait in line to determine your structures. Instead your research group can rapidly analyze new compounds as they are synthesized in the lab.
Teach diffraction through hands-on experience -
In many universities, the departmental X-ray diffractometer is considered off limits to students because of fear that the instrument might be damaged by inexperienced users. The XtaLAB mini II provides the opportunity for students to learn single crystal analysis by actually using a diffractometer. This is not a black box instrument. Rather, the important step of mounting a crystal on the goniometer and physically centering the crystal in the position of the X-ray beam, ensures that students learn the importance of mounting techniques and crystal selection. The simple design of the XtaLAB mini II minimizes the danger of students damaging the system.
Reduced size does not mean reduced data quality -
The Rigaku XtaLAB mini II is a research grade chemical crystallography instrument that sits on the benchtop. No data quality compromises, no extended collection times. Results delivered are unambiguous. X-ray tube lifetime is extended by running at 600 W. To compensate for running at a lower power, a SHINE optic (special curved monochromator) is utilized to produce usable X-ray flux comparable to a standard X-ray system.
Dedicated to producing publication quality structures -
The chief design requirement when creating the XtaLAB mini II was that the structures produced would be publishable in the most demanding scientific journals. The HPC detector is positioned so that the maximum 2θ value is well outside of the Acta Cryst. requirements. The software provides all the tools you need to generate publication quality data that can be used to determine 3D structures from a variety of structure analysis packages.
Features: - Affordable design with low operating costs
- Requires minimal training and support
- Automatic structure solution software
- Provides definitive structural information
- Ideal supplement for a NMR spectrometer
- Perfect self-serve departmental lab instrument
- Ideal teaching instrument
- Publication quality results
- Air-cooled HPC detector
- No special infrastructure required (110 VAC)
- Optional cryosystem available
... Read More | One source with two high-flux wavelengths is the foundation of the revolutionary XtaLAB Synergy-DW single crystal X-ray diffractometer. It combines the increased flux of a rotating anode X-ray source with the flexibility of two different wavelengths, making it ideal for laboratories exploring a wideOne source with two high-flux wavelengths is the foundation of the revolutionary XtaLAB Synergy-DW single crystal X-ray diffractometer. It combines the increased flux of a rotating anode X-ray source with the flexibility of two different wavelengths, making it ideal for laboratories exploring a wide range of research interests.
The XtaLAB Synergy-DW diffractometer is based on the proven, low-maintenance MicroMax-007 HF microfocus rotating anode. The target is constructed with two different X-ray source materials (Cu and Mo) and is coupled with an auto-switching dual wavelength optic. Copper or molybdenum X-ray radiation is available at the click of a button. The XtaLAB Synergy-DW offers up to 12x higher flux compared to the standard sealed tube X-ray sources and, utilizing only one generator, means overall maintenance is reduced.
Rounding out the XtaLAB Synergy-DW configuration is the fast and efficient four-circle kappa goniometer which is compatible with a wide range of detectors including the HyPix-6000HE and other Hybrid Photon Counting (HPC) X-ray detectors e.g. PILATUS and EIGER detectors.
Features: - TAccess to two wavelengths in one compact system
- 12x higher flux than sealed tube X-ray sources
- Low maintenance, high performance system
- Uses CrysAlisPro software with both PX and SMX modes
- Multi-functional diffractometer to cover you wherever your research takes you
- High flux performance means you all your crystallography needs can be carried out ‘in-house’
- Very little downtime and easy maintenance
- No need to purchase extra software for different applications
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