Scanning electron microscopes are high-precision laboratory instruments designed for the detailed examination of sample surfaces. A scanning electron microscope produces images through the interaction of an electron beam with the surface layer of the material, ensuring a high level of analytical detail.
This type of electron microscope is used for tasks where the visualisation of sample surfaces, morphological analysis and the detection of microdefects are critical. The SEM differs from other types of electron microscopy in its optimal combination of resolution, depth of field and versatility.
Scanning electron microscopy is widely used in laboratories, scientific research, industry and quality control. This is precisely why the raster or scanning electron microscope is one of the most sought-after instruments in the modern analytical laboratory.