D-8 Discover Rotating Anode XRD (ARMS 2093)

Equipment Information

Status

-  Operational  - - Under Maintenance - - Down -

Capabilities

  • Cabinet X-ray system
  • 2-D Detector
  • Reflection and transmission geometries
  • Phase analysis of powders and bulk materials
  • Texture analysis of bulk materials
  • Residual stress analysis of solid materials
  • Small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS)
  • Co K-alpha source

Rates and Fees*

  • Machine Rate: $35/hour
  • Staff Rate: $54/hour
  • Training Fee: trainees are charged staff and machine rates for the duration of their training

     * Rates listed apply to Purdue University users only

Department Contacts

  • Faculty P.O.C.:   Dr. John Blendell
  • Staff P.O.C.:  Jameson Root
  • Graduate Superuser:  n/a

 

Safety Information

  • This device produces ionizing radiation when powered on
  • REM requires everyone who uses an XRD to take the online X-Rays (Analytical) online training
  • Note that while this device produces ionizing radiation, it is a 'cabinet' X-ray diffractometer designed such that no radiation escapes the unit when closed and any attempt to open the cabinet during operation will set off an alarm and automatically shut off the X-ray source
  • The detector window contains berylium; NEVER touch it

 

Training and Lab Requirements

User Requirements

  • Valid Coral account
  • Users must be trained on the basic XRD (D-8 Focus) prior to advanced training on the Rotating Anode system including:
    • Complete the Initial Online Training for X-Rays (Analytical), take the quiz at the end of the presentation, and email the test results to "MSE-lab-admin@ecn.purdue.edu" (this option is provided on the second page of the online quiz)
    • Upon completion of the Analytical X-Rays training, the A-4 form will have to be completed and signed by the Project Director (Jameson Root, ARMS 2207) prior to training on the D-8 Focus.
  • Subscription to the equipment listserv is required before access will be granted. Note: you will receive a confirmation email that you must read and reply to in order to complete registration
  • Training by department lab staff/superuser
  • ALL of these requirements must be met before Coral permission to the instrument will be granted

Specimen and Equipment Requirements

  • Extreme care is required when configuring experiments to avoid damaging the system
  • The beam stop must be used when operating in transmission to avoid permanent damage to the detector

 

Request Training

  • This is a specialized instrument requiring extended training, by appointment. Users should be familiar with XRD techniques and  trained on the basic XRD (D-8 Focus) prior to advanced training on the Rotating Anode system
  • Training Request Form
  • Lab Access Request Form