The Scratch Testing Module (coming soon) consists of an exchangeable sample stage with an integrated piezoscanner. This enables the in-plane movement of the sample while simultaneously applying a normal force. Combined with the FemtoTools 2-Axis Microforce Sensing Probe, this module enables nanoindentation, nano-scratch and nano-wear testing, as well as SPM imaging of surface roughness, high-aspect ratio features and residual scratches or indents.
Sensor | Force Range |
Resolution @10Hz |
FT-S20'000 | ±20'000µN | 0.05 µN |
FT-S200'000 | ±200'000µN | 0.5 µN |
FT-S20'000-2Axis | ±20'000µN / ±20'000µN | 0.1 µN / 0.1 µN |
Application | Geometry | Material |
Nanoscratch testing | Cube corner | Diamond |
Nanowear testing | Cube corner / conical | Diamond |
Nanoindentation | Berkovich / cube corner | Diamond |