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Re: SDD-EDS
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John Donovan <[log in to unmask]>
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Date:
Mon, 21 Dec 2015 10:05:01 -0800
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Hi Andrew,
The new SDD detectors are so much more reliable than the old Si(Li) 
detectors.  We have a Bruker SDD on our SX50 and a Thermo SDD on our 
Sx100 and also our FEI Quanta and we've never had a single problem.

I would highly recommend either.
john

On 12/17/2015 2:58 PM, Andrew Locock wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> We are considering replacing the Noran Si(Li) detector on our JEOL 
> microprobe with an SDD-EDS system.
>
> Can I ask for opinions as to the longevity of such systems?
>
> Our Noran system has lasted very well, but has limited capability by 
> comparison.
>
> Thanks very much for your assistance.
>
> Andrew
>
> Andrew Locock, PhD
>
> Electron Probe Microanalyzer (EPMA) Lab Manager
>
> Dept. of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
>
> B-10 Earth Sciences Building
>
> University of Alberta
>
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John J. Donovan         [log in to unmask]
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