NeoScan N70

Micro-CT scanner with ultimate performance to price ratio
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The NeoScan N70 is a Micro-CT scanner with ultimate performance to price ratio. NeoScan microCT systems are supplied with an in-house developed all-in-one software tool for intuitive scanner control and processing data. From acquisition of a full series of 2D projection images, reconstruction into a 3D volume, to visualization and inspection of this volume in 2D and 3D, the software bundles all complementary steps from sample to results.

The Neoscan software packages includes an intuitive user interface, which will guide you through your straightforward workflow, allowing to use it instantly. All final and intermediate results are stored in conventional file formats and can be imported to any other software. 

The X-ray source has a permanently sealed, maintenance-free construction with a smaller than 5 micrometer spot size, which provides very high spatial resolution of the system. Integrated beam repositioning system ensures a long lifetime of the source. 20W source power leads to reduction of the scanning time and an improvement in signal-to-noise ratio.

The X-ray detector contains an active pixel CMOS flat panel bonded to a radiation hardened fiber-optic plate with high-resolution scintillator attached. The large field of view allows scanning big samples and collecting more X-ray radiation emitted by the X-ray source with corresponding reduction of scanning time and improvement of image quality.

The new electromechanical object manipulator in combination with drive electronics for micro-stepping control of all motors provide micron-level accuracy in object positioning and rotation during scanning. The system includes an integrated micro-positioning stage with 10mm travel on top of the object rotation assembly for exact sample positioning or for selection of the scanning volume of interest inside big samples.

The NEOSCAN N70 system includes internal shielding against radiation leaks sufficient for using this instrument in a standard laboratory environment. The shielding is according to all safety regulations without any additional requirements to installation areas. Due to the significant weight, the system should be installed on a strong, stable desk (not supplied with the system) in a vibration-free room.

The system is supplied with a variety of stages for different object sizes including a special stage for large objects with three independently adjustable jaws.

The system can be supplied with an optional workstation in one of two standard configurations with all preinstalled software, or with the software package and all necessary calibration parameters supplied on a USB flash drive for installation on the customer computer. The system requires one USB3 and one USB2 connection to the control computer.

Videos

Micro CT Digitisation of Ancient Museum Artefacts: Shabti - The Neoscan's N70 micro CT have been used to digitally preserve this ancient artefact. The Shabti can be studied without casuing any damage; data and images can be shared remotely.
NeoScan software

The supplied software includes an integrated package for Scanning / Reconstruction / Visualization / Processing with friendly Microsoft-Office style user interface. One of four possible modes can be selected through the top tabs from the ribbon-interface.

Technical Features

2.5 um minimal pixel size

Detects details down to a couple of microns

<4 um low contrast resolution
High resolution for wide application range

7MP Flatpanel
Fast scanning with more details in every slice

Fits objects up to 100mm diameter and 220mm length
Generous sample size

General Specifications

Pixel size at maximum magnification

< 2.5 um

True low-contrast 3D resolution

≤ 5 um

Maximum scanning diameter

100 mm

Maximum scanning length

120 mm

Maximum sample length

220 mm

Size/Weight

1050W x 607D x 463H mm / 210 kg

Power supply

100 – 240 V AC, 50 – 60 Hz, 3A

Power & control signals for optional in-situ stages

yes

Integrated micro-positioning stage

yes

Active artefact suppression

yes

X-ray Source

Type

maintenance-free, permanently sealed

Emitter

W (Tungsten)

Maximum voltage

100kV

Maximum power

20W

Smallest spot size

5 µm or smaller

Automatic filter changer, number of positions

12

X-Ray Camera

Camera type

7 Mp active pixel flat-panel

Camera field of view

140 x 120 mm

Scintillator

GADOX

Protection against radiation damages

radiation hardened fiber-optics

Integrated options

Micro-positioning stage (travel)

Integrated (10 mm)

Power for optional stages through sliprings

24 W (24 V / 1 A)