The Universal Nano+Micro+Macro Tester is a single precision platform with easily interchangeable modules which come in three main configurations:
UNMT-1
For comprehensive nano- and micro-mechanical tests of thin films and nano-structured materials, with a load range of 1 µm to 10 N.
UMT-2
For comprehensive micro-mechanical tests of coatings and materials, with a load range of 1 mN to 200 N.
UMT-3
For comprehensive macro-mechanical tests of lubricants, metal and ceramic materials, with a load range of 0.1 N to 1 kN.
Applications
- Automotive, Aerospace
- Microelectronics
- Electric Contacts
- Metals, Ceramics
- Bio Materials, Medical
- MEMs, Optics
- Flexible & Hard Media
- Composite Materials
- Lubricants, Additives
- Thin Films, Coatings
- Polymers, Elastomers
- Paper, Fabric
Technical Highlights
Multiple Tests on nano, micro and macro scales:
- Static and dynamic friction
- Ultra-low-speed (0.1 micro/s) stick-slip
- Adhesive, abrasive and scratching wear
- Pull-off adhesion/striction
- Scratch-adhesion and delamination
- Indentation, hardness and elastic modulus
- Multi-cycle, multi-axis fatigue
- Strain, elasticity, plasticity and creep
- Compression, tension and torsion
- Three-point bending
Multiple Sensors for in situ test monitoring:
- Ultra-precision force sensors of the proprietary technology and patented design (1 µN to 1 kN)
- 6-D sensors for simultaneous measurements of 3 forces and 3 torques in all X, Y and Z axes
- High-frequency acoustic emission sensors of the proprietary design, ultra-sensitive to tiniest cracks and wear
- Wear and deformation sensors of micro (0.5 micron) and nano (20 nm) resolution
- Contact and surface electrical resistance (nOhms to MOhms) for detection of film failure or buildup
- Temperature and humidity sensors
- Integrated vision system for micro-positioning and digital video of the failure dynamics
- Integrated AFM for periodic nano-imaging of test surfaces, wear tracks, indents and scratches
Precision Servo-Control of loads, speeds, and positions for uniquely reproducible data and highly productive tests, e.g., repeatable different loads on different specimen areas for multi-test results from single tests
Multiple Synchronized linear and rotary motions of upper and lower specimens in all X, Y, and Z axes, including oscillations (up to 60 Hz), for sophisticated multi-axis tests, e.g., with spiral, zigzag or butterfly scratch/wear tracks
Multiple Chambers with computer-controlled temperature (-25 to 1000°C), humidity (10 to 95% RH),vacuum (up to 10-6 Torr), gases
Interchangeable motion and sensor modules are easily swapped within minutes