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Tabletop & Compact SEMs: TM4000PlusIII and FlexSEMII

Flexible SEM imaging for labs and teaching environments

Hitachi's tabletop and compact SEM portfolio brings electron microscopy within reach for more users. The TM4000PlusIII and the FlexSEMII help you capture high resolution images, simplify operation, and expand in-house analysis without the footprint of complexity of a traditional SEM.

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Key features

  • Compact SEM options for labs with limited space
  • Easy operation for both experienced microscopists and new users
  • Automated imaging functions for more consistent results
  • Low-vacuum capability for non-conductive and difficult surfaces
  • Optional or embedded elemental analysis with EDS solutions
  • Flexible workflows for research teaching, QA/QC and multipurpose use

Why choose a tabletop or compact SEM?

A tabletop or compact SEM is the right fit when you need meaningful imaging capability without the cost, space demands, and complexity of a conventional microscope. These systems make it easier to bring microscopy to the people who need it most, whether that's a research team, teaching lab, shared facility or industrial QC environment.

And the value goes beyond footprint. A tabletop or compact SEM helps reduce the reliance on outsourced analysis and make routine imaging more accessible across multiple users.
Hitachi's portfolio gives you two options:
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  • TM4000PlusIII: Tabletop SEM is ideal when ease of use and fast routine imaging matter most.
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  • FlexSEMII: Compact SEM is ideal for broader specimen handling and performance that bridges tabletop convenience with conventional SEM capability.
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Features and benefits

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FlexSEMII: Pharamceutical sample 4.00kV 5.6mm x7.50k SE

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FlexSEMII: Argon-ion milled paper cross-section, 10.00kB 5.8mm x2.70k BSE 30pa

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FlexSEMII: NMC cathode cross section, 3.00kV 4.9mm x6.00k BSE

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FlexSEMII: NMC active material, 7.00kV 6.2mm x4.50k SE

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FlexSEMII: Cement, 3.00kV x15.0k SE

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FlexSEMII: Wire bonding, 15.0kV x500 UVD (SE) 60Pa

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TM4000PlusIII: White metal, Acceleration voltage: 20kV, Magnification: 2,000x

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TM4000PlusIII: Corroded copper wire, Acceleration voltage: 10kV, SE signal

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TM4000PlusIII: STEM observation of grease thickener, Magnification: 9,000x

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TM4000PlusIII: Rat blood vessels (deparaffinized sections), Acceleration voltage: 15kV, Mag: 800x

Specifications

Specification TM4000PlusIII FlexSEMII
Product category Tabletop SEM Compact SEM
Imaging modes Backscattered, Secondary, Mixed High vacuum and variable pressure
Magnification 10x–100,000x photographic;
25x–250,000x monitor display		 6x to 300,000x photographic;
16x to 800,000x monitor display
Accelerating voltage 5, 10, 15, 20 kV 0.3 - 20 kV
Resolution — 4 nm SE @ 20 kV
Vacuum capability Low-vacuum support for conductive and non-conductive samples High vacuum and low vacuum / variable pressure up to 100 Pa
Navigation Integrated optical camera Optical specimen navigation
Stage X: 40 mm, Y: 35 mm Eucentric 5-axis specimen stage
Specimen capacity up to 80 mm diameter, 50 mm height Up to 153 mm diameter, 40 mm height
Electron source Pre-centered cartridge tungsten hairpin Pre-centered cartridge tungsten hairpin
Optional analysis Integrated EDX EDX systems from Bruker or Oxford Instruments
Typical fit Routine imaging, education, QC, multi-user labs Advanced compact imaging, materials research, multipurpose labs

Speak to our experts

If you would like help choosing the best tabletop SEM for your needs, or if you’re looking for advice on how to optimise your microscopy, our experts are ready to help. Contact us today to learn how the Hitachi FlexSEMII or TM4000PlusIII can enhance your lab’s capabilities.

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