The ultimate tool for nanoscale research from biological molecules to advanced new materials.
The versatile mid-range research AFM that grows with your demands in modes and accessories.
A compact affordable research AFM that is astoundingly easy to use, with more than 30 modes and options.
Measure roughness and other material properties of heavy and large samples up to 300 mm and 45 kg.
Bringing the power of DriveAFM to a wafer metrology system purpose-built for the requirements of the semiconductor industry.
For unique requirements, we will design a bespoke AFM solution, leveraging our decades of engineering expertise.
Slide an AFM onto your upright optical microscope turret for a leap in resolution.
One of the smallest ever AFMs, created for integration into custom stages or existing setups.
A flexibly mountable research-grade scan head for integration into custom stages or existing set ups.
What is atomic force microscopy (AFM)? How does AFM work? What AFM modes do I really need? How do I get started with AFM?
Learn how AFM works with cantilever/tip assembly interacting with the sample. Explore CleanDrive technology, calibration methods, and feedback principles for precise nanoscale imaging.
An overview of common AFM modes. To learn about each mode in more detail and see application, view the full article.
We regularly publish detailed reviews providing practical guidance and theoretical background on various AFM applications.
Read detailed technical descriptions about selected AFM techniques and learn how to perform specific measurements on Nanosurf instruments.
A library of links to research papers in which Nanosurf instruments were used.
Learn AFM from our library of recorded webinars, covering different measurement techniques, modes, and areas of application.
Short video clips explaining how to perform different operations on Nanosurf instruments.
Watch a product demonstration to learn about the capabilities of our AFMs.
Watch the 8-session short course to get a strong fundamental understanding of AFM.
Browse news articles, press releases and a variety of other articles all around Nanosurf.
Browse Héctor Corte-Léon's weekly experiments, for inspiration, entertainment, and to discover everyday applications of AFM.
This appnote focuses on the use of DriveAFM for the detailed characterization of polyethylene (PE), a widely used semicrystalline polymer.
The study explores different types of polyethylene, namely High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), and Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), each with distinct mechanical properties and structures. The appnote emphasizes the utility of DriveAFM in revealing the nanoscale morphology of these polymers, which is crucial for understanding their mechanical properties and applications.
Understand the Differences and Properties of Polyethylene Varieties: Grasp the molecular structure, density, mechanical properties, and crystallization processes of HDPE, LDPE, and LLDPE.
Learn the Principles and Applications of AFM in Polymer Characterization: Acquire knowledge about Atomic Force Microscopy, its advantages over other microscopy methods for polymers, and its role in detailed polymer analysis.
Master the Use of DriveAFM for Polyethylene Morphology Analysis: Develop skills in utilizing DriveAFM for imaging and interpreting the surface structures of different types of polyethylene.
Analyze Heterogeneous Polymer Blends and Their Applications: Understand the application of AFM in studying polymer blends and the practical uses of polyethylene in consumer goods and packaging.
Evaluate the Structure-Property Relationships in Polyethylene: Gain insights into how the microstructure of polyethylene influences its physical properties and its implications for material formulation and application.
Understand the Industrial Significance of AFM in Polymer Research: Recognize the importance of AFM in the synthesis, design, and formulation of plastic materials and its impact on the development of consumer products.