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Multipurpose X-Ray Diffractometer System For Laboratory Use

The instrument shown above is a multipurpose 4-axis X-ray diffractometer system. This instrument was manufactured to observe onthespot proteins grown in a gravity-free state and a samples grown in an electric furnace. For X-rays generated by an X-ray generator, energy resolution can be increased by means of a double/quadruple crystal monochromator. Also the sample goniometer stage can be changed by removing the stage depending on the measurement mode: protein measurement or on-the-spot observation. Also the mode can be switched between one-time reflection and three-time reflection before the analyzer crystal.

Kohzu’s NZD-1 four-circle diffractometer was tailored to the specific requirements of the Micro-Gravity group at NASA, MSFC in Huntsville, Alabama.
Although this is a laboratory diffractometer and was equipped with its own radiation source, it can be reconfigured for use with a synchrotron radiation
source. It’s design is modular and configurable for three separate and unique
experimental modes. NASA researchers will use the system for small single
crystal, in situ sample growth and surface diffraction experiments.

The diffractometer’s mechanical system is divided into four distinct sub-systems
including X-ray source, monochromator, sample and analyzer units. Removing the X-ray source and monochromator sub-systems will allow the use of this diffractometer for high-energy synchrotron applications.

Kohzu provides precision X-ray diffraction systems complete with motion drivers, controllers, precision mechanics and on-site installation anywhere in the world.

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