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IM4000II & ArBlade 5000

Ion Milling Systems

Advanced ion milling for fast, high-quality SEM sample preparation.
  • High milling rate: Fast and efficient sample preparation for hard materials
  • Cross-section & flat milling: Flexible options for different applications
  • Cryogenic cooling (optional): Reduces damage to temperature-sensitive samples
  • User-friendly interface: Intuitive touch-screen controls for ease of use
  • Optimized for SEM & AFM: Compatible with Hitachi and third-party microscopes

Overview

The Hitachi IM4000II and ArBlade 5000 ion milling systems provide high-precision sample preparation for scanning electron microscopy. Whether you're analyzing metals, semiconductors, polymers, ceramics or layered materials, these systems ensure high-quality cross-sections and surface polishing with minimal artifacts.
Designed for academic research, industrial quality control, and materials science labs, both systems deliver fast, repeatable results, making them essential for advanced electron microscopy applications.

IM4000II

The IM4000II is an all-in-one system for both cross-section and/or flat milling, making it a flexible option for labs needing a basic sample prep tool.

ArBlade 5000

The more advanced ArBlade 5000 features a higher milling rate and wide-area cross-section milling, making it perfect for demanding applications and labs that need high throughput

Features and benefits

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Prepare cross-sections of hard materials for microstructural analysis.

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Cross-section of Li Ion Battery Anode
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Expose layers and interfaces in integrated circuit

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Prevent deformation in temperature-sensitive samples

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Study layer composition and adhesion quality

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Cross-section milling example 

Specifications

  IM4000II ArBlade 5000
Gas Used Ar (argon) gas Ar (argon) gas
Accelerating Voltage 0 to 6 kV 0 to 8 kV
Maximum Milling Rate (estimated for Si samples and 100 μm protrusion) 500 μm/h or more ≥ 1 mm/h
Maximum Milling Width Not available 10 mm
Maximum Specimen Size 20(W) x 12(D) x 8(H) mm 20(W) x 12(D) x 8(H) mm
Sample Moving Range X: ±7 mm, Y: 0 to +3 mm X: ±7 mm, Y: 0 to +3 mm
Ion Beam Intermittent Irradiation ON/OFF setting (1 sec to 59 min 59 sec) Standard function
Swing angle ±15°, ±30°, ±40° ±15°, ±30°, ±40°
Wide-Area Cross-Section milling Not available Up to 10 mm width
Flat Milling Area φ 32 mm φ 32 mm
Maximum Flat-Milled Sample Size φ 50 x 25(H) mm φ 50 x 25(H) mm
Rotation Speed 1 rpm, 25 rpm 1 rpm, 25 rpm
Tilt Range 0 to 90° 0 to 90°
Cooling Temperature Control (optional) 0 to -100°C via LN2 0 to -100°C via LN2
Higher Beam Tolerance Mask (optional) 2x beam tolerance (Cobalt-free) 2x beam tolerance (Cobalt-free)
Stereo Microscope Unit (optional) 15x to 100x, Binocular/Trinocular 15x to 100x, Binocular/Trinocular

Contact us

Our specialists are here to guide you in selecting the right sample prep tool for your needs. Reach out to learn more about the IM4000II or ArBlade 5000 and discover which is best for you. Contact us today to learn more about both tools or to book a live demo.