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Overview of the NanoTestTM
The MML NanoTest system is a fully flexible nano-mechanical property measurement system, offering a complete range of nanomechanical and nanotribological tests, including nanoindentation, nano-scratch and wear, nano-impact and fatigue, elevated temperature nanoindentation and indentation in fluids.
Amongst other parameters, the NanoTest is capable of measuring hardness, modulus, toughness, adhesion and many other properties of thin films and other surfaces or solids.
Nanomechanical measurements in real world conditions
MML have pioneered testing methods which allow a sample to be tested in an environment which can be adjusted to closely replicate conditions that these materials actually see in everyday use.
Examples of such conditions are:
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High temperature testing - Allows the testing of samples at temperatures up to 750°C. This is useful for a range of applications including cutting tools, aerospace, and other emerging technologies which require a coating or material to work under high temperature conditions.
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Testing in a liquid Cell - Allows the testing of a sample fully immersed in a fluid. This has major applications in the field of biotechnology, as it allows the reproduction of in-vivo conditions.
The NanoTestTM Advantage
The NanoTest is a fully modular system that allows the user to configure the system to meet their individual needs. Each NanoTest is custom built to the customer's requirements. Due to its modular construction, the system can be expanded at a later date to include further modules. This allows the system to evolve as the needs/ research interests of the user changes. Click here for an example of how to configure your own system.
The NanoTest retains industry leading stability, due to its dedicated environmental enclosure, whilst offering greatly enhanced force and displacement capability together with a simple user interface. The automatic scheduling software allows maximum throughput without the need for user intervention.
We are pleased to be able to offer a fully ISO compliant system, with instrument traceability developed in collaboration with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), UK.
Micro Materials Ltd pride ourselves on our strong customer service and collaboration. Many of our testing modules have been developed in response to the needs of our customers.
