The Dry SMAL (Super-resolution Microsphere Amplifying Lens) is an innovative optical lens by LIG Nanowise, designed to exceed the traditional diffraction limit in optical microscopy. This lens enables high-resolution imaging of structures as small as 80 nm directly in air, eliminating the need for immersion media or complex sample preparation.
Product Codes:
ALMC-001-D → RMS thread, 69.9 mm parfocality
ALMC-001-D-UNI-M25 → M25 thread, 60 mm parfocality
ALMC-001-D-UNI-RMS → RMS thread, 45 mm parfocality
Key Features
- Achieves imaging beyond the diffraction limit with a resolution of less than 100 nm
- Functions in ambient air – no need for immersion oil, water, or specialized media
- A non-destructive method that is perfect for sensitive samples
- Compatible with various types of microscopes
- Delivers true-color imaging with improved contrast and detail
Technical Specifications
- Resolution limit: < 100 nm (in air)
- Working distance: 1.5 μm
- Field of View: Up to 15 μm
- Microsphere diameter options: Customizable sizes suit various uses
- Integration: Compatible with numerous upright and inverted microscopes
- Parfocal distances offered: 45 mm and 60 mm
- Native threads available: RMS and M25
Applications
- Semiconductor inspection (CMOS, MEMS, photonics)
- Life sciences: cell structures, tissues, and biomedical samples
- 2D materials and nanostructures imaging
- Metrology and surface characterization
Central microsphere region imaged with SMAL; surrounding field with a conventional 100× objective. Image Credit: LIG Nanowise Limited
Dry SMAL offers a significant advancement in optical super-resolution, making nanoscale imaging accessible, adaptable, and straightforward to apply across various industries.
Image Credit: LIG Nanowise Limited