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System SMX-ILH

In-Line XRF Solutions for Solar PV Thickness and Composition Analysis

System SMX-ILH is designed to perform in-line, post-process measurements. It readily accommodates both flexible substrates (such as stainless steel and polyimide) and rigid substrates (such as glass), and allows for control of blanket or patterned films. An available thermal shield extends SMX-ILH operational range to approximately 300C.

There are two primary ILH system configurations available:
Integrated and Remote.

SMX-ILH Integrated: SMX-ILH console models (ILH/SA and ILH/DA) provide single (X) or dual (X-Y) axis positioning of the x-ray head. Measurements can be performed on stationary or moving substrates. An available Z-axis head drive enables you adjust on the fly for substrate height variations. (View diagram >>)

SMX-ILH console tools can be deployed off-line or near-line for full panel analysis, enabling measurements to be performed in an X-Y grid for process deposition analysis. SMX-ILH tools configured for off-line operation with the optional Panel Loading System are referred to as SMX-ILH/FPV (for "Full Panel View") models.

SMX-ILH Remote: The remote SMX-ILH x-ray head is incorporated directly into your air-environment production line. The X-Ray Control Station (right) can be positioned adjacent to or remotely from the process; multiple Ethernet-linked ILH x-ray heads can be operated from a single station. Remote ILH tools are available in Static (fixed x-ray head) and Linear (moveable x-ray head) configurations. Linear ILH systems ideal for measuring gradients and profiles in film, or composition across your substrate. (View diagram >>)

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (Subject to change)

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Dimensions	(Configuration-specific)
Weight	(Configuration-specific)
X-Ray Generation	Microfocus Be window x-ray tube, 50W
	Available 75W generation column
Collimation	Circular and rectangular collimators with up to five (5) primary filters available
Motorized Collimator Palette:	Standard on SMX-ILH/DA models; available for other ILH configurations. (Contact Solar Metrology for details)
Single Collimator Option:	Standard on SMX-ILH Remote (static and linear) models; available for other ILH configurations. (Contact Solar Metrology for details)
X-Ray Detection	Digital Signal Pulse Processing on all ILH models
Silicon PIN Detector:	Standard, all ILH models
Silicon Drift Detector (SDD):	Available, all ILH models
Sample Positioning	LED Sample Lighting
	Contrast Auto-Focus (with camera-based systems)
	Laser Triangulation Focus (with camera-based systems)
Stage/X-Ray Head Positioning
SMX-ILH (Remote):	*Static Head: Z-axis x-ray head positioning system, 1” range. Linear Head*: X-axis cross-line travel mount with up to 40” (1m) range
SMX-ILH/SA (Single-Axis):	Motorized, programmable single (X) axis head positioning system, up to 30" (0.76m) range; available 6” (15 cm) motorized Z-axis
SMX-ILH/DA (Dual-Axis):	Motorized, programmable 3-axis (X-Y-Z) head positioning system; Range (X-Y): (0.6m x 1.2m) or (1.1m x 1.4m); Range (Z): 150mm
Options	SDD Detection Column Upgrade Package; Thermal Shield Protection Package* (Not available on SMX-ILH/FPV);* Control Rack with Light Pole
Software	Solar Metrology MIRA XRF software package with FP Analysis, Data Transfer Protocol, Ethernet

System SMX-ILH Product Guide
This eight-page brochure provides detailed product information and specifications for the Solar Metrology SMX-ILH platform.

>> Download System SMX-ILH Brochure
(PDF, 4MB)

SMX ILH/DA (Left) and SMX ILH/SA (Right) console XRF systems can accomodate flexible and rigid substrates, in-line, off-line or near-line. (Click images to enlarge)

ILH-ISI Control Station and X-Ray Head Module

SMX-ILH Remote system control station (left) and x-ray measurement head (right). A single ILH station can be used to control multiple Ethernet-connected x-ray modules.

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