103 A Northern Labs, Department of Mechanical Engineering
The FESEM facility offers microstructural imaging, nanoscale surface characterization, particle/grain size evaluation, elemental analysis, compositional studies, fracture analysis, wear assessment, defect investigation, and coating characterization.
Equipment: Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM)
Model: Carl Zeiss Sigma
Attachment:
- Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) from OXFORD INSTRUMENTS
- Micro tensile stage (300 N) from GATAN
- Mini Sputter Coater from Quorum Technologies
Usage Charges & Booking:
Researchers from all academic and research institutions, as well as industries, are welcome to access the facility.
| Users | Charges | Booking Procedure | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| ME | ₹1000 / slot for Imaging ₹1500 / slot for Imaging & EDX ₹500 / run for Gold Coating |
Book and submit signed user form in NL-103 A | Substitute User Form |
| Non-ME | ₹2000 / slot for Imaging ₹2500 / slot for Imaging & EDX ₹500 / run for Gold Coating |
Book and submit signed user form in NL-103 A | Substitute User Form |
| Non-IITK | ₹3000 / slot + 18% GST | Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | 1. Testing Letter 2. IITK Bank Account Details |
NB: Non-IITK users:
- Email with sample details. After email confirmation, submit testing letter (format attached) on the PIs/supervisor’s institute letterhead, duly signed by the supervisor or PI.
- Make payment through online transfer or DD to IITK Bank account (details attached). Share the transaction details.
Sample Requirements
- Flat solid samples (max. 1 cm), powder
- Samples should be dry and free from any volatile substances
- Electrically non-conducting samples need gold coating
Additional Information
The FESEM facility characterizes materials at the nanoscale with ultra-high-resolution imaging and elemental analysis for engineering research and industrial applications.
Contact:
- Sumit Basu | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Satyabati Das | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.