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Thin film and coating testing using Bruker's UMT testers

16 Jul 2023

In this application note, Bruker discusses its tribo-testers, which are used to evaluate the mechanical properties of thin films and coatings. These instruments enable in-situ analysis of thin films, measuring properties such as load, friction, acoustic emission, and resistance. The integrated system allows for mechanical tests and detailed imaging through atomic force microscopy or optical microscopy. The note explores experimental applications, including nanoindentation for optoelectronics, scratch testing on wafers, and scratch-adhesion on LCD display samples. Bruker's tribo-testers offer flexibility and precise testing for a wide range of thin films and coatings.

UMT TriboLab

Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology

Bruker’s Universal Mechanical Tester (UMT) platform has been the most versatile and widely used tribometer on the market since the first model debuted in 2000. Newly designed from the ground up, the UMT TriboLab has a unique modular concept that harnesses more functionality than ever before. In fact, the UMT TriboLab offers higher speeds, more torque, and better force measurement than any of its competitors, plus it introduces powerful new features for improved efficiency and ease-of-use.

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