AFM probe and laser beam are perfectly coordinated with each other. The AFM probe can be placed within the laser spot with nanometer precision — as it is necessary for tip-enhanced optical effects. Movement in 6 different axes is controlled by closed-loop sensors
High NA objective is rigidly integrated into the SPM base. It provides unprecedented optical system stability — designed for long-term and weak-signal experiments
Reflected laser light is used to obtain confocal laser image
TE-cooled (-70°C) CCD serves as a sensitive spectroscopy detector
Alternatively avalanche photodiode can be used for photon counting
Flexible polarization optics in both excitation and detection channels. User defined optical filters
Excellent software integration has been realized.All system modules (AFM,optics and mechanics) are driven by the same software package. Lasers, gratings, pinholes etc, can be chosen and adjusted from the program
NT-MDT provides solutions for all possible TERS geometries
