New system accelerates accurate XPS surface analysis

Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced the Thermo Scientific™ Hypulse™ Surface Analysis System, designed to transform X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) depth profiling. The system enables researchers to capture more accurate surface data, faster, and across a wider range of materials.

From improving energy storage to enhancing medical implants and fire protection, advanced surface analysis plays a vital role in developing the next generation of materials. By revealing deeper, truer insights, the Hypulse system supports innovation that benefits society across multiple industries.

At the heart of the system is femtosecond laser technology, a novel material-removal method that preserves sample integrity, accelerates data collection, and extends analysis depth. This approach avoids chemical damage and enables researchers to uncover the original composition of materials more efficiently.

“Using a femtosecond laser changes the process entirely,” explained Professor Mark Baker, University of Surrey. “It protects sample chemistry, speeds up profiling, and lets us probe deeper than before.”

The Hypulse system combines this new capability with Thermo Fisher’s proven MAGCIS™ ion source, giving scientists the flexibility to analyse samples when traditional ion beam methods are not suitable.

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