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ANFF South Australia
Overview
ANFF SA is a world-class micro and nanofabrication facility providing access to cutting-edge equipment with support from expert staff specialising in microfluidics, organic electronics, biomaterials, novel semiconductor materials and characterisation.
Node Competencies
ANFF SA houses state-of-the-art photolithography, micromachining, hot embossing and bonding, micro-injection moulding, plasma etching, thin film coating, fluidic simulation, and advanced characterisation in ISO Class 5 & 6 clean room environments.
Contact
Node Director: Professor Craig Priest
Email: craig.priest@unisa.edu.au
Phone: +61 8 8302 5146
Acting Facility Manager: TBA
Email: ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Phone: +61 8 8302 5226
Location
University of South Australia
Address
Future Industries Institute
University of South Australia
Mawson Lakes SA 5095
Flinders University
Address
Sturt Rd,
Flinders University,
Bedford Park SA
Equipment
Deposition
Therma Evaporator- Angstrom Covap II
Thermal evaporator
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Thermal evaporation
Description
Thermal evaporator housed in an inert atmosphere glovebox.
Related Information
Capable of depositing thin films of up to four metals and/or powders onto a substrate.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Thermal Evaporator- Emitech 975K
Thermal evaporator
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Thermal evaporation
Description
A thermal evaporator with two evaporation sources
Related Information
Can deposit metals including Au, Cr, Mo
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Sputter Coater- AJA Orion
Sputtering system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Sputtering
Description
This sputter coater comes equipped with a glove box and ellipsometer, as well as multiple DC and RF power sources that enable sequential or cosputtering. It utilizes a 4-magnetron sputtering system to deposit high-quality layers without pinholes and without requiring a vacuum break. It can accommodate substrates up to 6 inches in diameter.
Related Information
Commonly used for the fabrication of UV lithography and DRI etch masks. Can deposit metals including Au, Cr, Mo, Ti, TiO2, ITO. The glove box allows for inert atmosphere sample preparation
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Sputter Coater- HHV TF500
Sputtering system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Sputtering
Description
A 3 magnetron sputtering system for the deposition of high quality pinhole free layers.Able to accommodate up to 6 inch diameter substrates. Fitted with three sputter sources with a switching system to select from DC or RF power supplies. Multilayer deposition can be performed without breaking vacuum.
Related Information
Commonly used for the fabrication of UV lithography and DRI etch masks. Can deposit metals including Au, Cr, Mo, Ti, TiO2, ITO
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Furnace- Labec / MKS HTF40/12 / Various
Tube furnace and chemical vapour deposition system (CVD)
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition (PECVD)
Description
High temperature furnace with a programmable gas flow system.
Related Information
Up to 1,200°C quartz tube furnace attached to a programmable 4 channel gas flow manifold suitable for chemical vapour deposition.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Langmuir-Blodgett Trough- KSV NIMA KN2002
Langmuir/Langmuir-Blodgett Trough
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Coatings
Description
Langmuir trough for the formation and study of monolayer films. Also allows the formation of multilayered films.
Related Information
PC controlled film balance and barrier drive. Trough surface area 273 cm2 (L364 x W75 x H4 mm3). Maximum sample size T3 x W52 x H56 mm2. Maximum barrier speed up to 270 mm/min. Dipper for fully automatic operation for LB-film depositions on solid substrates (dipping well L20 x W56 x H60 mm3, maximum stroke 80 mm, adjustable speed range 0.1 - 108 mm/min). Temperature control possible through attached heated recirculator. Distilled water subphase temperature range 10-60 °C. Platinum or paper Wilhelmy plate provided as balance device.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Atomic Layer Deposition System – Custom built
Atomic Layer Deposition System
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)
Description
Atomic Layer Deposition System
Related Information
Configurable ALD system.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Therma Evaporator- Angstrom Covap II
Thermal evaporator
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
Thermal evaporator housed in an inert atmosphere glovebox.
Related Information
Capable of depositing thin films of up to four metals and/or powders onto a substrate.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Thermal Evaporator- Emitech 975K
Thermal evaporator
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
A thermal evaporator with two evaporation sources
Related Information
Can deposit metals including Au, Cr, Mo
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Sputter Coater- AJA Orion
Sputtering system
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
This sputter coater comes equipped with a glove box and ellipsometer, as well as multiple DC and RF power sources that enable sequential or cosputtering. It utilizes a 4-magnetron sputtering system to deposit high-quality layers without pinholes and without requiring a vacuum break. It can accommodate substrates up to 6 inches in diameter.
Related Information
Commonly used for the fabrication of UV lithography and DRI etch masks. Can deposit metals including Au, Cr, Mo, Ti, TiO2, ITO. The glove box allows for inert atmosphere sample preparation
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Sputter Coater- HHV TF500
Sputtering system
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
A 3 magnetron sputtering system for the deposition of high quality pinhole free layers.Able to accommodate up to 6 inch diameter substrates. Fitted with three sputter sources with a switching system to select from DC or RF power supplies. Multilayer deposition can be performed without breaking vacuum.
Related Information
Commonly used for the fabrication of UV lithography and DRI etch masks. Can deposit metals including Au, Cr, Mo, Ti, TiO2, ITO
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Furnace- Labec / MKS HTF40/12 / Various
Tube furnace and chemical vapour deposition system (CVD)
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
High temperature furnace with a programmable gas flow system.
Related Information
Up to 1,200°C quartz tube furnace attached to a programmable 4 channel gas flow manifold suitable for chemical vapour deposition.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Langmuir-Blodgett Trough- KSV NIMA KN2002
Langmuir/Langmuir-Blodgett Trough
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
Langmuir trough for the formation and study of monolayer films. Also allows the formation of multilayered films.
Related Information
PC controlled film balance and barrier drive. Trough surface area 273 cm2 (L364 x W75 x H4 mm3). Maximum sample size T3 x W52 x H56 mm2. Maximum barrier speed up to 270 mm/min. Dipper for fully automatic operation for LB-film depositions on solid substrates (dipping well L20 x W56 x H60 mm3, maximum stroke 80 mm, adjustable speed range 0.1 - 108 mm/min). Temperature control possible through attached heated recirculator. Distilled water subphase temperature range 10-60 °C. Platinum or paper Wilhelmy plate provided as balance device.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Atomic Layer Deposition System – Custom built
Atomic Layer Deposition System
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
Atomic Layer Deposition System
Related Information
Configurable ALD system.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Etching
Deep Reactive Ion Etcher- Ulvac NLD-570
Deep reactive ion etcher (DRIE)
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Deep Reactive Ion Etching (DRIE)
Description
Capable of deep etching features from the nano to micron scale.
Related Information
Etch channel or other feature geometries with extremely high uniformity into glass, plastic or silicon substrates.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Deep Reactive Ion Etcher- Ulvac NLD-570
Deep reactive ion etcher (DRIE)
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Capable of deep etching features from the nano to micron scale.
Related Information
Etch channel or other feature geometries with extremely high uniformity into glass, plastic or silicon substrates.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Laboratory Infrastructure
Inert Atmosphere Glovebox- Innovative Technology PL-HE-xGB
Inert atmosphere gloveboxes
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Gloveboxes
Description
Inert atmosphere four and two glove gloveboxes for undertaking oxygen and moisture sensitive processes.
Related Information
Nitrogen-filled gloveboxes, the four glove glovebox contains a 4 source thermal evaporator.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Inert Atmosphere Glovebox- Innovative Technology PL-HE-xGB
Inert atmosphere gloveboxes
Flinders University
SA Node
Description
Inert atmosphere four and two glove gloveboxes for undertaking oxygen and moisture sensitive processes.
Related Information
Nitrogen-filled gloveboxes, the four glove glovebox contains a 4 source thermal evaporator.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Lithography
Spin Coater- Suss Delta 80
Spin coater
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Spin coating and wafer development
Description
This is a spin coater, which is used in micro- and nanofabrication processes to apply thin uniform films of photoresist, polymeric coatings or other materials onto a substrate using spin coating technique.
Related Information
Capable of applying uniform thickness polymer films, such as a resist to substrates a “Gyrset” to help achieve uniformity, especially on square and rectangular substrates and to minimise edge bead build up.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Spin/Spray Coater- EVG 101
Spin and spray coating
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Spin coating and wafer development
Description
This is a spin and spray coater, which is used in micro- and nanofabrication processes to apply thin uniform films of photoresist, polymeric coatings or other materials onto a substrate using spin or spray coating technique.
Related Information
Capable of applying uniform thickness polymer films, such as a resist to substrates a “Gyrset” to help achieve uniformity, especially on square and rectangular substrates and to minimise edge bead build up.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Mask Aligner- EVG 620_1
Mask aligner and resist exposure system with NIL capability
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Multiple mask lithography
Description
High resolution double side mask aligner with split-field microscopes which is capable of handling multiple wafer sizes with quick change-over time. Capable of processing ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors
Related Information
Used for a variety of applications to transfer multiple layers of nanoscale patterns into photoresist films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Direct Write Laser- Dilase 650
Direct laser lithography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Direct laser lithography
Description
This equipment offers the possibility to work with one or two writing lasers, to be focused into one to two beam sizes ranging from 1µm to 50 µm. Writes over a surface area as large as 6 x 6 inches.
Related Information
Used for direct write rapid prototyping and mask fabrication. Writing is possible on any type of substrate, including: photomasks, semiconductors, glass, polymers, crystals, flexible films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Direct Write Laser- Heidelberg MLA150_2
Lab-on-a-chip, Microfluidic chip fabrication, integration and interfacing
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Direct laser lithography
Description
This equipment offers you the possibility to work with one or two writing lasers, to be focused into one to two beam sizes ranging from 1µm to 50 µm. Writes over a surface area as large as 6 x 6 inches.
Related Information
Used for direct write rapid prototyping and mask fabrication. Writing is possible on any type of substrate, including: photomasks, semiconductors, glass, polymers, crystals, flexible films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Plasma Asher- PlasmaTech V50
Plasma asher
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Cleaning
Description
Used primarily for ashing photoresist materials from substrates.
Related Information
Used in the fabrication of microfluidic devices. The system can be also used be used for various other surface treatments.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Spin Coater- Suss Delta 80
Spin coater
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
This is a spin coater, which is used in micro- and nanofabrication processes to apply thin uniform films of photoresist, polymeric coatings or other materials onto a substrate using spin coating technique.
Related Information
Capable of applying uniform thickness polymer films, such as a resist to substrates a “Gyrset” to help achieve uniformity, especially on square and rectangular substrates and to minimise edge bead build up.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Spin/Spray Coater- EVG 101
Spin and spray coating
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
This is a spin and spray coater, which is used in micro- and nanofabrication processes to apply thin uniform films of photoresist, polymeric coatings or other materials onto a substrate using spin or spray coating technique.
Related Information
Capable of applying uniform thickness polymer films, such as a resist to substrates a “Gyrset” to help achieve uniformity, especially on square and rectangular substrates and to minimise edge bead build up.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Mask Aligner- EVG 620_1
Mask aligner and resist exposure system with NIL capability
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
High resolution double side mask aligner with split-field microscopes which is capable of handling multiple wafer sizes with quick change-over time. Capable of processing ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors
Related Information
Used for a variety of applications to transfer multiple layers of nanoscale patterns into photoresist films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Direct Write Laser- Dilase 650
Direct laser lithography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
This equipment offers the possibility to work with one or two writing lasers, to be focused into one to two beam sizes ranging from 1µm to 50 µm. Writes over a surface area as large as 6 x 6 inches.
Related Information
Used for direct write rapid prototyping and mask fabrication. Writing is possible on any type of substrate, including: photomasks, semiconductors, glass, polymers, crystals, flexible films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Direct Write Laser- Heidelberg MLA150_2
Lab-on-a-chip, Microfluidic chip fabrication, integration and interfacing
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
This equipment offers you the possibility to work with one or two writing lasers, to be focused into one to two beam sizes ranging from 1µm to 50 µm. Writes over a surface area as large as 6 x 6 inches.
Related Information
Used for direct write rapid prototyping and mask fabrication. Writing is possible on any type of substrate, including: photomasks, semiconductors, glass, polymers, crystals, flexible films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Plasma Asher- PlasmaTech V50
Plasma asher
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Used primarily for ashing photoresist materials from substrates.
Related Information
Used in the fabrication of microfluidic devices. The system can be also used be used for various other surface treatments.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Manufacturing and machining
Lathe- diamond turning
Nanoform 700 ultra is designed for the production of optical lenses, optical mold inserts, mirrors & mechanical components
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Ultraprecision lathe
Description
The Precitech Nanoform 700 ultra single point diamond turning machine is designed for the production of optical lenses, optical mold inserts, mirrors & mechanical components.
Related Information
4 axis ultra precision lathe with milling capability, which can make speherical, aspheric and freefrom surfaces up to 700mm diameter weighing 170kg. Surface finishes of less than 1nm Sa and a form accuracy 0.125µm PV. Typical component materials are polymer and non-carbon metal. However with the ultrasonic attachment it is able to machine carbon steels. Other additional support equipment such as the fast and slow tool servo allow it to machine lens arrays and high aspect ratios.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
PCB Fabrication Suite
Electronics Assembly and Inspection Suite
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Assembly
Description
Printed Circuit Board Fabrication Suite (comprising an assembler, reflow oven, and inspection tools)
Related Information
The suite includes the following tools
i) Fritsch MP904 manual bench top SMT multi-placer for precision pick & place of fine-pitch parts down to 0201 chip components and BGA packages. Includes split vision system and paste dispenser.
ii) ASSCON VP 310 reflow soldering system. Bench top vapor phase oven with maximum PCB size of 300 x 300 mm and 50mm height.
iii) ERSA Ersascope optical solder joint inspection system with video microscope integrated lighting and x/y table. 2 interchangeable lenses: 180x – 15x BGA lens with 90° optical head and an 80x macro zoom vertical lens.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
3D Printer- CadWorks Profluidics 285D
Desktop 3D printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Plastic printing
Description
Microfluidic device printer
Related Information
Microfluidic applications such as High-Throughput Devices, Lab-On-A chip, PDMS Master Molds, organ-on-a-chip, BioScaffoldings and many more
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3D Printer- Stratasys J735
Polyjet 3D printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Plastic printing
Description
Polyjet printer for multi-colour, multi-material printing
Related Information
Multi materials available to provide multi modulus constructs.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3 axis CNC Mill- King Rich Turrett
3 Axis manual mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Other milling
Description
3 axis manual mill
Related Information
Able to machine polymers and metals
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Lathe- Morton manual
Manual lathe
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Other milling
Description
Manual lathe
Related Information
Able to machine polymers and metals
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
2 Photon 3D Printer- NanoOne 1000
2 photon printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Nanoprinting
Description
2 photon printer or creating small features in a photosensitive material
Related Information
Fastest high-resolution 3D printing system on the market.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Injection Moulder- Juken JMW-027S-20t
Micro-injection moulder
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Microinjection moulding
Description
Capable of batch scale production of macro and micro featured plastic components. Used when manufacturing a wide variety of precision plastic components that require a high degree of accuracy and durability.
Related Information
Compatible with various types of thermoplastic and specialising in polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and cyclic olefin copolymer (COC)
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3D Printer- Desktop Metal Studio System
Metal parts, multiple materials
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Metal printing
Description
Metal 3D printer
Related Information
Metal parts, multiple materials
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Laser Cutter- Gweike LF1309
Metal Laser Cutter
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Laser engraving and cutting
Description
Metal Laser cutter
Related Information
Capable of laser cutting Up to:
10 mm Carbon Steel
5 mm Stainless Steel
3 mm Aluminium and Brass
Bed size: 1300 mm x 900 mm
Minimum Line Width: 0.1 mm
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
3D Printer- Lulzbot TAZ 5
Cheap desktop filament printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) system
Description
Fused deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printer
Related Information
Cheap desktop filament printer
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3D Printer- Makerbot Method X
Heated chamber desktop printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) system
Description
Fused deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printer
Related Information
Heated chamber desktop printer
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3D Printer- Markforged Mark Two
Continuous fibre reinforced plastic parts
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) system
Description
Continuous filament fabrication (CFF) 3D printer
Related Information
Continuous fibre reinforced plastic parts
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3D Printer- Stratasys Fortus 450mc
High temperature engineering plastics, large build volume, heated chamber
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) system
Description
Fused deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printer
Related Information
High temperature engineering plastics, large build volume, heated chamber
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3 axis CNC Mill- Fanuc Robodrill
3 Axis CNC mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling
Description
3 axis CNC mill
Related Information
Multi purpose compact machining centre dedicated to precisely machine complex geometry parts with a high material removal rate. The system provides true simultaneous 3-dimensional interpretation of micro and macro structures with less than 6µm positional accuracy and 24,000rpm spindle. Surface roughness down to 40nm Sa. Machining envelope is 500mm x 400mm x 350mm (Z axis).
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3 axis CNC Mill- Kira SuperMill 2M
Micro CNC Mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling
Description
3 axis CNC micromill
Related Information
True simultaneous 3-dimensional interpretation of micro and macro structures, Linear motors provide a 10nm positional accuracy on its dual spindles, a 50,000rpm main spindle and a 160,000rpm finishing spindle in a +/- 1 degree Celsius temperature controlled environment. It machines Injection moulds, hot embossing stamps and microstructured features in devices. Structure size ranges from 0.1µm to mm. Surface roughness down to 10nm Sa. Machining envelope is 350mm x 260mm x 180mm (Zaxis).
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
3 axis CNC Mill- Roland MDX-50 CNC
CNC mill for wood and plastics, with an additonal 4th axis for multiside maching
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling
Description
3 and 4 axis CNC mill
Related Information
CNC mill for wood and plastics, with an additonal 4th axis for multiside maching
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
5 axis CNC Mill- HAAS Compact
5-Axis CNC mill
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling
Description
5 axis CNC mill
Related Information
Able to machine polymers and metals
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
5 axis CNC Mill- Willemin Macodel 408S
5 axis CNC mill with 2 axis of gripping
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling
Description
5 axis turn mill machining centre
Related Information
Multi purpose 5 + 2 axes turn/mill dedicated to precisely machine complex geometry parts to within 1µm tolerances. The system provides true simultaneous 5-dimensional interpretation of micro and macro structures, 42,000rpm milling spindle and 6,000rpm turning Spindle. Bar feed and 2 axis fixturing enable the machine to transfer a part from the turning spindle to softjaws to machine the backface, thus completeing multiple set-ups on mutliple parts automatically. Surface roughness down to 10nm Sa. Part sizes range from less than 0.1mm to 200mm diamter.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Lathe- diamond turning
Nanoform 700 ultra is designed for the production of optical lenses, optical mold inserts, mirrors & mechanical components
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
The Precitech Nanoform 700 ultra single point diamond turning machine is designed for the production of optical lenses, optical mold inserts, mirrors & mechanical components.
Related Information
4 axis ultra precision lathe with milling capability, which can make speherical, aspheric and freefrom surfaces up to 700mm diameter weighing 170kg. Surface finishes of less than 1nm Sa and a form accuracy 0.125µm PV. Typical component materials are polymer and non-carbon metal. However with the ultrasonic attachment it is able to machine carbon steels. Other additional support equipment such as the fast and slow tool servo allow it to machine lens arrays and high aspect ratios.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
PCB Fabrication Suite
Electronics Assembly and Inspection Suite
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Printed Circuit Board Fabrication Suite (comprising an assembler, reflow oven, and inspection tools)
Related Information
The suite includes the following tools
i) Fritsch MP904 manual bench top SMT multi-placer for precision pick & place of fine-pitch parts down to 0201 chip components and BGA packages. Includes split vision system and paste dispenser.
ii) ASSCON VP 310 reflow soldering system. Bench top vapor phase oven with maximum PCB size of 300 x 300 mm and 50mm height.
iii) ERSA Ersascope optical solder joint inspection system with video microscope integrated lighting and x/y table. 2 interchangeable lenses: 180x – 15x BGA lens with 90° optical head and an 80x macro zoom vertical lens.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- CadWorks Profluidics 285D
Desktop 3D printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Microfluidic device printer
Related Information
Microfluidic applications such as High-Throughput Devices, Lab-On-A chip, PDMS Master Molds, organ-on-a-chip, BioScaffoldings and many more
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- Stratasys J735
Polyjet 3D printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Polyjet printer for multi-colour, multi-material printing
Related Information
Multi materials available to provide multi modulus constructs.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3 axis CNC Mill- King Rich Turrett
3 Axis manual mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
3 axis manual mill
Related Information
Able to machine polymers and metals
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Lathe- Morton manual
Manual lathe
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Manual lathe
Related Information
Able to machine polymers and metals
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
2 Photon 3D Printer- NanoOne 1000
2 photon printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
2 photon printer or creating small features in a photosensitive material
Related Information
Fastest high-resolution 3D printing system on the market.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Injection Moulder- Juken JMW-027S-20t
Micro-injection moulder
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Capable of batch scale production of macro and micro featured plastic components. Used when manufacturing a wide variety of precision plastic components that require a high degree of accuracy and durability.
Related Information
Compatible with various types of thermoplastic and specialising in polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and cyclic olefin copolymer (COC)
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- Desktop Metal Studio System
Metal parts, multiple materials
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Metal 3D printer
Related Information
Metal parts, multiple materials
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Laser Cutter- Gweike LF1309
Metal Laser Cutter
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Metal Laser cutter
Related Information
Capable of laser cutting Up to:
10 mm Carbon Steel
5 mm Stainless Steel
3 mm Aluminium and Brass
Bed size: 1300 mm x 900 mm
Minimum Line Width: 0.1 mm
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- Lulzbot TAZ 5
Cheap desktop filament printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Fused deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printer
Related Information
Cheap desktop filament printer
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- Makerbot Method X
Heated chamber desktop printer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Fused deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printer
Related Information
Heated chamber desktop printer
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- Markforged Mark Two
Continuous fibre reinforced plastic parts
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Continuous filament fabrication (CFF) 3D printer
Related Information
Continuous fibre reinforced plastic parts
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3D Printer- Stratasys Fortus 450mc
High temperature engineering plastics, large build volume, heated chamber
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Fused deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printer
Related Information
High temperature engineering plastics, large build volume, heated chamber
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3 axis CNC Mill- Fanuc Robodrill
3 Axis CNC mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
3 axis CNC mill
Related Information
Multi purpose compact machining centre dedicated to precisely machine complex geometry parts with a high material removal rate. The system provides true simultaneous 3-dimensional interpretation of micro and macro structures with less than 6µm positional accuracy and 24,000rpm spindle. Surface roughness down to 40nm Sa. Machining envelope is 500mm x 400mm x 350mm (Z axis).
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3 axis CNC Mill- Kira SuperMill 2M
Micro CNC Mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
3 axis CNC micromill
Related Information
True simultaneous 3-dimensional interpretation of micro and macro structures, Linear motors provide a 10nm positional accuracy on its dual spindles, a 50,000rpm main spindle and a 160,000rpm finishing spindle in a +/- 1 degree Celsius temperature controlled environment. It machines Injection moulds, hot embossing stamps and microstructured features in devices. Structure size ranges from 0.1µm to mm. Surface roughness down to 10nm Sa. Machining envelope is 350mm x 260mm x 180mm (Zaxis).
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
3 axis CNC Mill- Roland MDX-50 CNC
CNC mill for wood and plastics, with an additonal 4th axis for multiside maching
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
3 and 4 axis CNC mill
Related Information
CNC mill for wood and plastics, with an additonal 4th axis for multiside maching
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
5 axis CNC Mill- HAAS Compact
5-Axis CNC mill
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
5 axis CNC mill
Related Information
Able to machine polymers and metals
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
5 axis CNC Mill- Willemin Macodel 408S
5 axis CNC mill with 2 axis of gripping
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
5 axis turn mill machining centre
Related Information
Multi purpose 5 + 2 axes turn/mill dedicated to precisely machine complex geometry parts to within 1µm tolerances. The system provides true simultaneous 5-dimensional interpretation of micro and macro structures, 42,000rpm milling spindle and 6,000rpm turning Spindle. Bar feed and 2 axis fixturing enable the machine to transfer a part from the turning spindle to softjaws to machine the backface, thus completeing multiple set-ups on mutliple parts automatically. Surface roughness down to 10nm Sa. Part sizes range from less than 0.1mm to 200mm diamter.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Materials Synthesis and Modification
Electrospinner- Bioinicia Fluidnatek LE-50
Electrospinner
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Fibre processing
Description
Electrospinner
Related Information
Single or co-deposition of dissolved polymers via electrospray or electrospinning. 2 - 32 kV acceleration voltage. Mesh can be collected on a flat stage (horizontally or vertically), onto a cylindrical drum, or a thin rod.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Vacuum Furnace- R.D. Webb Red Devil
Vacuum Furnace
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Annealing
Description
High temperature (1,200°C) vacuum or inert gas furnace for bonding and heat treatments or could also be used for annealing.
Related Information
Commonly used for microfluidic devices, or during production of small high-value components.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Electrospinner- Bioinicia Fluidnatek LE-50
Electrospinner
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Electrospinner
Related Information
Single or co-deposition of dissolved polymers via electrospray or electrospinning. 2 - 32 kV acceleration voltage. Mesh can be collected on a flat stage (horizontally or vertically), onto a cylindrical drum, or a thin rod.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Vacuum Furnace- R.D. Webb Red Devil
Vacuum Furnace
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
High temperature (1,200°C) vacuum or inert gas furnace for bonding and heat treatments or could also be used for annealing.
Related Information
Commonly used for microfluidic devices, or during production of small high-value components.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Modelling and Device Design
MicroXCT- Zeiss Xradia 400
Micron-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
X-ray scanning
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes. A fully automated non-destructive technique with 3D resolution down to 1µm. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
NanoXCT- Zeiss Xradia L200
Nanometre-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
X-ray scanning
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes with 3D resolution down to 50nm resolution. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Computer Work Station- Dell Precision 7910
Advanced design and modelling capability suite
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Software packages
Description
Computer suite with access to an extensive suite of advanced software tools including Solidworks, Autodesk suiite - Inventor and AutoCAD - and Computational Fluid Dynamics simulation using ANSYS
Related Information
Commonly used when fabricating microfluidic devices and lab-on-a-chip technologies
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
MicroXCT- Zeiss Xradia 400
Micron-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes. A fully automated non-destructive technique with 3D resolution down to 1µm. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
NanoXCT- Zeiss Xradia L200
Nanometre-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes with 3D resolution down to 50nm resolution. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Computer Work Station- Dell Precision 7910
Advanced design and modelling capability suite
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Computer suite with access to an extensive suite of advanced software tools including Solidworks, Autodesk suiite - Inventor and AutoCAD - and Computational Fluid Dynamics simulation using ANSYS
Related Information
Commonly used when fabricating microfluidic devices and lab-on-a-chip technologies
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Packaging
Substrate Bonder- EVG520
Substrate bonder
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Wafer bonding
Description
Designed for bonding, embossing and nanoimprinting applications the system can thermally bond glass substrates and emboss channel geometries into substrates.
Related Information
Capable of all wafer bonding processes such as thermo-compression, fusion or low temperature bonding. It is configured to allow hot embossing of polymers and even glass.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Wafer Dicer- Disco DAD 321
Wafer dicer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Wafer dicing
Description
Wafer dicer capable of dicing 6-inch wafers
Related Information
The DISCO DAD 321 dicing saw uses a rotating ultra-thin diamond impregnated blade, in a wet environment, to cut materials such as silicon wafers, III-V semiconductors, glass sheets, ceramic, etc. into almost any shapes with straight edges. Cutting process is controlled automatically through software recipe programming. The machine is also capable of accurate, multi-directional on-screen semiautomatic alignment.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Substrate Bonder- EVG520
Substrate bonder
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Designed for bonding, embossing and nanoimprinting applications the system can thermally bond glass substrates and emboss channel geometries into substrates.
Related Information
Capable of all wafer bonding processes such as thermo-compression, fusion or low temperature bonding. It is configured to allow hot embossing of polymers and even glass.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Wafer Dicer- Disco DAD 321
Wafer dicer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Wafer dicer capable of dicing 6-inch wafers
Related Information
The DISCO DAD 321 dicing saw uses a rotating ultra-thin diamond impregnated blade, in a wet environment, to cut materials such as silicon wafers, III-V semiconductors, glass sheets, ceramic, etc. into almost any shapes with straight edges. Cutting process is controlled automatically through software recipe programming. The machine is also capable of accurate, multi-directional on-screen semiautomatic alignment.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Testing and validation
MicroXCT- Zeiss Xradia 400
Micron-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
X-ray scanning
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes. A fully automated non-destructive technique with 3D resolution down to 1µm. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
NanoXCT- Zeiss Xradia L200
Nanometre-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
X-ray scanning
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes with 3D resolution down to 50nm resolution. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Stylus Profiler- Bruker Dektak XT
Stylus profilometer
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Stylus profilometry
Description
Stylus profilometer
Related Information
Allows for 2D scans across a surface up to 156 x 156 mm. Height measurement range from 1 nm to 1 mm. Force range from 0.03 mg to 15 mg. Can measure surfaces on both rigid and flexible substrates, and samples up to 50 mm thick. Solid and vacuum stages are available. Installed software allows for simple and quick data analysis.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Benchtop Scanning Electron Microscope- SNE-4500M Plus
Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Description
A simple to operate SEM with an intuitive user interface. No special sample preparation required, it operates in both low and high vacuum modes and has four settings for accelerating voltage. Suitable for a variety of applications depending upon material.Features a large stage allows travel of up to 80 mm x 120 mm and a magnification of up to 40,000 times is possible.
Related Information
This tool is commonly used for imaging of nanofabricated feature geometries such as microfluidic channels for process control, quality assurance and product validation.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Electromechanical test system- MTS Exceed E44
Tensile and compression testing machine with 30kN load cell
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Physical property analysis
Description
Tensile and compression testing machine
Related Information
Tensile and compression testing machine with 30kN load cell
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Impact tester- MTS E21
Impact tester for polymers and woods
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Physical property analysis
Description
Impact tester to measure of the work done to fracture a test specimen
Related Information
Impact tester for polymers and woods
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Impact tester- MTS E22
Impact tester for metals
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Physical property analysis
Description
Impact tester to measure of the work done to fracture a test specimen
Related Information
Impact tester for metals
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
MicroXCT Mechanical Testing Stage- Deben CT5000
Tensile and compressive testing stage for micro-CT scans
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Physical property analysis
Description
Mechanical testing Stage for in-situ tensile and compression testing during CT measurements
Related Information
The mechanical testing stage allows different materials to undergo tensile or compressive loading up to 5 kN (10 mm travel range). Two testing tubes for housing the test specimens are available:
-customised carbon glass tube, for specimens up to 10 x 55 mm (height x diameter). Compressive mode, travel= 15-5 mm; tensile mode, travel= 10-20 mm.
-Customised aluminium tube, for specimens up to 186 x 70 mm (height x diameter), max 3.5kN load. Compressive mode, travel 186-176 mm.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Particle Sizer Spectrometer- TSI Inc. Scanning Mobility
Aerosol generator and sizer
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Particle sizing
Description
Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer Spectrometer which creates and measures the size distribution of aerosol particles. The unit is designed to meet the Australian Standards for facial mask testing.
Related Information
Generates aerosol particles between 1nm and 1 μm diameter, and able to measure the particle size distribution.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Metastable Induced Electron Spectroscopy System
Metastable Induced electron Spectroscopy
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Other spectroscopy
Description
Electron and ion spectrometer used to characterise the electronic structure of surfaces. The instrument also houses a deposition source to make nanoclusters/nanocatalysts.
Related Information
This tool probes the valence orbitals of only the outermost layer of atoms, allowing for the determination of molecule orientation
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Non Contact Optical Profiler- DUI6000
More information to come.
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Optical profilometry
Description
Fast, highly accurate, and non-contact NMF surface metrology tool
Related Information
Fast, highly accurate non-contact NMF surface metrology tool suitible for measuring flat, convex, concave, sphere, asphere, freeform as well as off-axis and non-circular glass, metallic optical parts up to 600mm diameter.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Optical profiler Veeco Wyko NT9100
Optical profilometer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Optical profilometry
Description
Provides 3D imaging of channel geometries for process control quality assurance and product validation. Capable of taking sub-nanometre to millimetre-high steps in the z dimension.
Related Information
Coherence scanning interferometry provides fast, accurate and repeatable output. It is used to measure step heights, roughness and surface topography of components.Capable of analysing many materials and components including a range of metals, MEMS, semiconductors and optics.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Optical Microscope- Nikon Instruments Ti-U
Optical microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Optical microscopy
Description
Inverted optical microscope with reflected and transmitted light source
Related Information
A fully-integrated microscope system for applications including live cell imaging.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Optical Microscope- Olympus MX63
Optical microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Optical microscopy
Description
Optical microscope with reflected and transmitted light source
Related Information
A fully-integrated microscope system for applications
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Electrochemical Suite- Gamry Potentiostats
Electrochemical Testing
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Electrical characterisation
Description
Eletrochemical Suite for the measurement of the electrical properties of materials for applications such as electrochemical corrosion and battery testing.
Related Information
Potentiostats able to perform many differernt electrochemical tests such as charge/discharge cycles on batteries, cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and corrosion tests.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Solar Simulator- G2V Sunbrick
Solar Simulator
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Electrical characterisation
Description
LED Solar Simulator including UV wavelengths down to 350nm. LED intensities can be tuned to simulate various solar spectra experienced on earth.
Related Information
UV-VIS LED solar simulator 300 x 300 mm area. Adjustable solar spectrum to mimic conditions at any lattitde on Earth.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Digital Holographic Microscope- Lyncee Tec T1001
Digital holographic microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Digital holographic microscopy
Description
Widely used for imaging of channel geometries in microfluidic devices for process control quality assurance and product validation.
Related Information
Provides 3D imaging magnification up to 20,000 x field of view up to 10 cm x 10 cm, digital image capture and analysis. Suitable for transparent or semi-transparent samples. It can be used to assist in the static and dynamic 3D characterisation of samples and quantitative characterisation of cells (including live cells). Gives information on specimen surface, shape, material and internal structure or defects. Other applications include: defect inspection, MEMS measurement, surface topography, surface finish and structured thin films.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Contact Angle System- OCA 20- DataPhysics
Contact angle of static and dynamic liquids
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Contact angle analysis
Description
Optical contact angle measurement and drop contour analysis
Related Information
The drop is viewed in profile during the contact angle measurement.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Wilhelmy Balance- DCAT- DataPhysics
Dynamic contact angle measuring instrument
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Contact angle analysis
Description
Dynamic contact angle measuring instrument and tensiometer
Related Information
Dynamic measurement of surface/interfacial tension
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Laser Confocal Microscope- Olympus OLS5000
Laser confocal microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Confocal microscopy
Description
Laser confocal microscope for inspection and surface feature analysis
Related Information
Precisely measures shape and surface roughness at the submicron level
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Atomic Force Microscope- MultiMode 8- Bruker
AFM Microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
Description
Advanced atomic force microscope (AFM)
Related Information
Very high-resolution type of Scanning probe microscope
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Raman Spectroscopy System- Horiba / Nanonics XploRA / MultiView 4000
Raman confocal microscope and atomic force microscope (AFM) with tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS) capability
Flinders University
SA Node
Technique
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
Description
Raman spectroscopy system, including a confocal microscope and an atomic force microscope which can perform tip enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS)
Related Information
Confocal Raman system with large area scanning stage. Lasers available are 532, 638 and 786nm. TERS option allows spectra to be recorded with a spatial resolution of 90nm.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
Scanner- Artec Eva 3D
3D scanner for large objects
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Scanner 3D
Description
3D scanner
Related Information
3D scanner for large objects
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
Scanner- Artec Space Spider 3D
3D scanner with high resolution for detailed parts
SA Node
University of South Australia
Technique
Scanner 3D
Description
3D scanner
Related Information
3D scanner with high resolution for detailed parts
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
MicroXCT- Zeiss Xradia 400
Micron-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes. A fully automated non-destructive technique with 3D resolution down to 1µm. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
NanoXCT- Zeiss Xradia L200
Nanometre-scale 3D x-ray tomography system
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Ultra-high resolution CT scanner for 3D visualisation of microscopic sample volumes with 3D resolution down to 50nm resolution. Outstanding images can be obtained from both low and high atomic number materials, composites, polymers and biological samples without the addition of contrasting agents. The associated software allows calculation of pore size, continuity calculations, density and standard surface metrology evaluation.
Related Information
Offers the ability to view "inside" samples to see critical internal structures, features and defects of biological materials, ceramics, glasses, metals, polymers and semiconductors. As such, its very useful when identifying faults in components, or for part inspection.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Stylus Profiler- Bruker Dektak XT
Stylus profilometer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Stylus profilometer
Related Information
Allows for 2D scans across a surface up to 156 x 156 mm. Height measurement range from 1 nm to 1 mm. Force range from 0.03 mg to 15 mg. Can measure surfaces on both rigid and flexible substrates, and samples up to 50 mm thick. Solid and vacuum stages are available. Installed software allows for simple and quick data analysis.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Benchtop Scanning Electron Microscope- SNE-4500M Plus
Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
A simple to operate SEM with an intuitive user interface. No special sample preparation required, it operates in both low and high vacuum modes and has four settings for accelerating voltage. Suitable for a variety of applications depending upon material.Features a large stage allows travel of up to 80 mm x 120 mm and a magnification of up to 40,000 times is possible.
Related Information
This tool is commonly used for imaging of nanofabricated feature geometries such as microfluidic channels for process control, quality assurance and product validation.
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Electromechanical test system- MTS Exceed E44
Tensile and compression testing machine with 30kN load cell
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Tensile and compression testing machine
Related Information
Tensile and compression testing machine with 30kN load cell
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Impact tester- MTS E21
Impact tester for polymers and woods
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Impact tester to measure of the work done to fracture a test specimen
Related Information
Impact tester for polymers and woods
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Impact tester- MTS E22
Impact tester for metals
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Impact tester to measure of the work done to fracture a test specimen
Related Information
Impact tester for metals
Tool Contact
ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
MicroXCT Mechanical Testing Stage- Deben CT5000
Tensile and compressive testing stage for micro-CT scans
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Mechanical testing Stage for in-situ tensile and compression testing during CT measurements
Related Information
The mechanical testing stage allows different materials to undergo tensile or compressive loading up to 5 kN (10 mm travel range). Two testing tubes for housing the test specimens are available:
-customised carbon glass tube, for specimens up to 10 x 55 mm (height x diameter). Compressive mode, travel= 15-5 mm; tensile mode, travel= 10-20 mm.
-Customised aluminium tube, for specimens up to 186 x 70 mm (height x diameter), max 3.5kN load. Compressive mode, travel 186-176 mm.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Particle Sizer Spectrometer- TSI Inc. Scanning Mobility
Aerosol generator and sizer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer Spectrometer which creates and measures the size distribution of aerosol particles. The unit is designed to meet the Australian Standards for facial mask testing.
Related Information
Generates aerosol particles between 1nm and 1 μm diameter, and able to measure the particle size distribution.
Tool Contact
Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
TOOL MAKE AND MODEL
KEY DIFFERENTIATOR
LOCATION
Metastable Induced Electron Spectroscopy System
Metastable Induced electron Spectroscopy
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Electron and ion spectrometer used to characterise the electronic structure of surfaces. The instrument also houses a deposition source to make nanoclusters/nanocatalysts.
Related Information
This tool probes the valence orbitals of only the outermost layer of atoms, allowing for the determination of molecule orientation
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Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
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Non Contact Optical Profiler- DUI6000
More information to come.
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Fast, highly accurate, and non-contact NMF surface metrology tool
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Fast, highly accurate non-contact NMF surface metrology tool suitible for measuring flat, convex, concave, sphere, asphere, freeform as well as off-axis and non-circular glass, metallic optical parts up to 600mm diameter.
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Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
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Optical profiler Veeco Wyko NT9100
Optical profilometer
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Provides 3D imaging of channel geometries for process control quality assurance and product validation. Capable of taking sub-nanometre to millimetre-high steps in the z dimension.
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Coherence scanning interferometry provides fast, accurate and repeatable output. It is used to measure step heights, roughness and surface topography of components.Capable of analysing many materials and components including a range of metals, MEMS, semiconductors and optics.
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Optical Microscope- Nikon Instruments Ti-U
Optical microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Inverted optical microscope with reflected and transmitted light source
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A fully-integrated microscope system for applications including live cell imaging.
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Optical Microscope- Olympus MX63
Optical microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Optical microscope with reflected and transmitted light source
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A fully-integrated microscope system for applications
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Electrochemical Suite- Gamry Potentiostats
Electrochemical Testing
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Eletrochemical Suite for the measurement of the electrical properties of materials for applications such as electrochemical corrosion and battery testing.
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Potentiostats able to perform many differernt electrochemical tests such as charge/discharge cycles on batteries, cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and corrosion tests.
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Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
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Solar Simulator- G2V Sunbrick
Solar Simulator
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
LED Solar Simulator including UV wavelengths down to 350nm. LED intensities can be tuned to simulate various solar spectra experienced on earth.
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UV-VIS LED solar simulator 300 x 300 mm area. Adjustable solar spectrum to mimic conditions at any lattitde on Earth.
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Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
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Digital Holographic Microscope- Lyncee Tec T1001
Digital holographic microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Widely used for imaging of channel geometries in microfluidic devices for process control quality assurance and product validation.
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Provides 3D imaging magnification up to 20,000 x field of view up to 10 cm x 10 cm, digital image capture and analysis. Suitable for transparent or semi-transparent samples. It can be used to assist in the static and dynamic 3D characterisation of samples and quantitative characterisation of cells (including live cells). Gives information on specimen surface, shape, material and internal structure or defects. Other applications include: defect inspection, MEMS measurement, surface topography, surface finish and structured thin films.
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Contact Angle System- OCA 20- DataPhysics
Contact angle of static and dynamic liquids
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Optical contact angle measurement and drop contour analysis
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The drop is viewed in profile during the contact angle measurement.
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Wilhelmy Balance- DCAT- DataPhysics
Dynamic contact angle measuring instrument
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Dynamic contact angle measuring instrument and tensiometer
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Dynamic measurement of surface/interfacial tension
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Laser Confocal Microscope- Olympus OLS5000
Laser confocal microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Laser confocal microscope for inspection and surface feature analysis
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Precisely measures shape and surface roughness at the submicron level
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Atomic Force Microscope- MultiMode 8- Bruker
AFM Microscope
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Advanced atomic force microscope (AFM)
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Very high-resolution type of Scanning probe microscope
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Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
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Raman Spectroscopy System- Horiba / Nanonics XploRA / MultiView 4000
Raman confocal microscope and atomic force microscope (AFM) with tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS) capability
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
Raman spectroscopy system, including a confocal microscope and an atomic force microscope which can perform tip enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS)
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Confocal Raman system with large area scanning stage. Lasers available are 532, 638 and 786nm. TERS option allows spectra to be recorded with a spatial resolution of 90nm.
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Jason.Gascooke@flinders.edu.au
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Scanner- Artec Eva 3D
3D scanner for large objects
SA Node
University of South Australia
Description
3D scanner
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3D scanner for large objects
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ANFF-SA@unisa.edu.au
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Scanner- Artec Space Spider 3D
3D scanner with high resolution for detailed parts
SA Node
University of South Australia