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Poonam
April 22, 2025

is temperature dependent possible for a system ? if yes please tell me the procedure for this

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Mr. Anderson
May 11, 2025

Yes, temperature dependence is possible for the Rigaku SmartLab system. It can measure the temperature dependence of lattice constants using high-temperature X-ray diffraction.

To implement it:
1. Use high-temperature attachments such as Anton Paar HTK 1200N, HTK 16N, or HTK 2000N chambers.
2. Perform X-ray diffraction measurements while controlling the sample temperature.
3. Monitor changes in lattice constants or phase transitions under varying temperatures.

This setup allows evaluation of material behavior under synthesis or deterioration conditions.

This answer is automatically generated

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Mitu chauhan
March 27, 2025

Servo alam light is blinking, 3 pluse at a time. Software shows error code 2 and 5004. Theta 2theta arms are not detected.

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  • Page 1 Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 This manual described in it may not be disclosed to a third party or copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Rigaku Corporation. In no event will Rigaku Corporation be responsible for the results of the use of this manual. As a rule, one set of the instruction manual has to be purchased for each product.
  • Page 3 Before Using the Product Read this manual cover to cover before attempting to use SmartLab. Carefully read the Guidelines for safe use of the X-ray diffractometer described in the beginning of this manual. Copyrights Duplication or reproduction of this manual in whole or in part is strictly prohibited, whether via hardcopy or electronically.
  • Page 4 Trademarks and registered trademarks Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Other company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Alignment mechanism (monochromators and analyzers) ........4 Receiving analyzer system..................4 Incident optics system ....................5 Receiving optics system ...................5 Optics switching system ...................5 Optical device detection ...................6 Control software (SmartLab Guidance) ..............6 Two-slit SAXS optics ....................7 In-plane optics (2080B212) ..................7 Names of Parts....................9 Main unit ........................9 Goniometer......................11 X-ray tube .......................13...
  • Page 6 DBM unit for Cu for D/teX Ultra (option: 2726P101)..........76 PILATUS (option: 5742A101) .................78 Sample Stage ....................79 Standard sample stage...................80 β sample stage (option: 2430B101)................80 ASC-6 (option: 2430H101) ..................81 For vertical transmission geometry (option: 2455H105)........82 AntonPaar sample stage ..................84 SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 7 Periodic Maintenance ...................101 Optics maintenance....................101 Cooling water......................102 Cooling water filter....................102 Target (2080A211/A411) ..................102 Filament (2080A211/A411) ...................102 Ion gauge (vacuum gauge) (2080A211/A411) ............102 Rotary pump (2080A211/A411) ................102 Troubleshooting....................103 Cat. No. 2080A211/B211/B212/A411/B411 Manual No. ME11573A04 2010. 11 (Forth Edition) SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 9: Overview

    CBO unit Incident optics Receiving optics SmartLab structure and measurement examples The following five types of SmartLab are described in this manual. • 2080A211 Rotating anode type • 2080B211 Sealed tube type • 2080B212 Sealed tube type with in-plane arm •...
  • Page 10 Column Characteristic x-rays X-rays are generated by accelerating electrons to very high speeds in a vacuum and directing them against the anode (target). The x-ray spectra generated by electrons colliding against the target can be divided into two categories: a continuous spectrum indicating continuous x-rays (white x-rays) and a discrete spectrum for characteristic x-rays 4000 β...

  • Page 11: Product Features

    50% due to the high-brightness focal spot. The system also offers lower operating costs compared to earlier models. A 3 kW sealed tube x-ray generator can also be used with the SmartLab system. The specifications of each generator are summarized in the following table.

  • Page 12: Cross Beam Optics (Cbo)

    Since the receiving slit box # 2 has a translatable slit position, the following receiving analyzer systems can be used for different applications simply by replacing the parts and using the automatic adjustment function of SmartLab Guidance. • Double-slit analyzer with two variable slits on receiving side Para-focusing,, small-angle scattering, and reflectivity measurement geometries, etc.

  • Page 13: Incident Optics System

    • Standard attenuator For the adjustment of x-ray intensity. Optics switching system Optics alignment results are retained by SmartLab Guidance. When you change optics the previously stored alignment results are used eliminating the need for realignment. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 14: Optical Device Detection

    Product Features Optical device detection SmartLab Guidance can check the conditions of the following optical devices used for measurement. • Selection slit in CBO unit • Type of incident Soller slit or crystal monochromator • Width of incident slit • Length of length-limiting slit or type of collimator •...

  • Page 15: Two-Slit Saxs Optics

    The two-slit SAXS optics incorporating a multilayer mirror can perform measurements with better accuracy and S/N ratios than conventional three-slit SAXS optics. SmartLab Guidance handles previously difficult adjustments of small-angle scattering optics. NANO-Solver, the analysis package for pore and particle size distribution analysis, corrects scattered image distortion resulting from optics based on the deconvolution of the slit function.
  • Page 16 Column Tube voltage and tube current The intensity of characteristic x-rays is proportional to the n-th power of the difference between tube voltage and minimum excitation voltage (minimum voltage required for obtaining characteristic x-rays). It is also proportional to tube current. When the tube voltage is low, the value of n approaches 2. As the tube voltage increases, the value of n becomes smaller.

  • Page 17: Names Of Parts

    (Left: 2080A211/2080B211/2080A411/2080B411, Right: 2080B212) Pump for maintaining the vacuum in the x-ray generator. 1. Rotary pump (2080A211/2080A411） 2. Control PC PC used to control SmartLab. Main unit Front view of SmartLab (Left: 2080A211/2080B211/2080A411/2080B411, Right: 2080B212) SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 18 Names of Parts 1. Main panel Panel used to start and stop SmartLab. 2. Operating panel Panel used to turn the internal light on/off. This door is opened to change samples and 3. Door optical devices. 4. X-ray warning lamp Lights when x-rays are generated.

  • Page 19: Goniometer

    Optical device for achieving desired x-ray 5. Receiving optics receiving conditions. 6. Detector X-ray detector. Adjusts the position and orientation of the 7. Sample stage sample to be measured. Theta_d arm used for in-plane measurements. 8. In-plane arm (2080B212) SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 20 Sample plate • Height reference sample plate, 4-inch sample plate, etc Sample Plates → Attachment • φ Standard, XY-4” , etc. Attachments → Sample stage • Standard sample stage, β sample stage, etc. Sample Stage → SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 21: X-Ray Tube

    6. Turbo molecular pump (TMP) Vacuates the x-ray generator. Sealed x-ray tube (2080B211/2080B212/2080B411) 1. Cooling water pipe Connect the x-ray generator cooling water pipe. 2. X-ray tube X-ray generating source. 3. Shutter Controls x-ray emissions. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 22: Theta_S Arm

    1. Incident connector box connects here. 2. Cross beam optics (CBO) unit Optics unit for switching optics. Soller units, monochromators, etc. are 3. Incident optics unit installed here 4. Incident slit box Variable slit on the incident side. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 23: Theta_D Arm

    3. Receiving optics unit # 1 installed here. 4. Receiving optics unit # 2 Soller slits, etc. are installed here 5. Receiving slit box # 2 Variable slit on receiving side. 6. Attenuator Adjusts x-ray intensity. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 24: Detector Mounting Bracket

    Sample stage and attachments Sample stage and attachments 1. Sample stage Sample attachment unit. Attachment to be mounted to the 2. Attachment sample stage. Plate on which sample holder or 3. Sample plate sample is placed. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 25: Software Configuration

    Software Configuration Control software Used to control SmartLab and perform SmartLab Guidance measurements. Data processing software Performs basic data processing such Standard data processing as smoothing, background removal, etc. PDXL Performs basic data processing. Data display software (options) Thin Film data processing...
  • Page 26 Column Penetration depth (effective thickness) The following formula gives the ratio G between the intensity of diffracted x-rays from a sample of infinite thickness and the intensity of diffracted x-rays from a sample with a specific finite thickness of x cm. ∫...

  • Page 27: Turning On And Off Smartlab

    Main panel Press the “|” ON button. Make sure the OPERATE lamp lights up in green. The OPEARATE lamp blinks while SmartLab is starting up and when an error occurs. For more information, see Appendix Using the OPERATE Lamp.

  • Page 28: Startup

    For the startup procedure, refer to Section 2.1 of the “CBO Maintenance Package Measurement” Help Topic of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 29: Shutdown

    Maintenance Package Measurement” Help Topic of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. While SmartLab is not used, it is recommended to turn off only the x-ray, and do not turn off the vacuum unit. In this case, the controller remains powered; therefore SmartLab can be started from SmartLab Guidance.

  • Page 30: Exiting Smartlab Guidance

    Click the Exit command under the File menu to exit SmartLab Guidance. Turning off SmartLab If SmartLab is unused for a while (New Year Holidays, etc.), turn off SmartLab according to the following procedure. Check the SmartLab status (e.g., confirm that measurements have been completed).

  • Page 31: Opening And Closing The Door

    The DOOR LOCK button will flash, and you will hear beeping. Open the door. The shutter cannot be opened when the door is unlocked. The following message also appears when the door is unlocked. SmartLab Guidance cannot be operated until the door is locked again. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 32: Closing The Door

    Press this switch in the event of an emergency to cut off the power supply to the main unit. To cancel the emergency stop status, turn the button clockwise. After confirming safety, press the “|” ON button on the main panel to restart SmartLab. (see Turning on SmartLab, Starting SmartLab Guidance, Startup).

  • Page 33: Optics

    A parallel beam can also be converted into a narrow beam for small-angle scattering measurements or a small beam for micro area measurements. Fine adjustments of the multilayer mirror can be performed from SmartLab Guidance. Table CBO unit...
  • Page 34 Attach the CBO unit to the shutter. Press the CBO unit against the surface in the back and secure the unit in place with the Allen wrench provided. Insert the cable into the CBO connector of the incident connector box. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 35 CBO unit (for Cu target) Insert a selection slit into the slit box of the CBO unit. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 36 CBO(Cu/Co) (option: 2680J111) CBO(Cu) For micro area measurements CBO(Cu/Co) (option: 2680G111) CBO-E For small-angle scattering CBO(Cu) high-intensity measurements SA01 CBO(Cu/Co) (option: 9999) The type of selection slit installed can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 37 *1 : Switchable to the point source x-rays only using the sealed tube type (2080B211/2080B212/2080B411). The type of selection slit installed can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. Above selection slits is used in combination with a collimator as a double pinhole collimator.

  • Page 38: Incident Optics Unit (Standard Incident Optics Unit)

    Incident parallel slit adaptor Install the incident parallel slit adaptor to the CBO unit by sliding it down from the top section of the CBO unit. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 39 Incident optics unit (standard incident optics unit) Connect the cable to the MONO/ADPT connector on the incident connector box. Install the parallel slit on the adaptor and secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 40 (Parallel Slit Collimator) 1.0º In-plane_PSC_1.0 deg (option: 2680D113) In-plane PSC 0.5º In-plane_PSC_0.5 deg (option: 2680D112) In-plane PSC 0.15º In-plane_PSC_0.15 deg (option: 2680D111) The type of installed incident parallel slit can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 41: 2-Bounce Monochromator (Option)

    2-bounce monochromator (option) This optical device produces a monochromatized x-ray beam using a 2-bounce channel cut crystal. Fine alignment of the channel cut crystal are performed from SmartLab Guidance. A dedicated parallel slit can be installed after the channel cut crystal.
  • Page 42 Optics Connect the cable to the MONO/ADPT connector on the incident connector box. Install a parallel slit on the 2-bounce monochromator. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 43 Soller slit 5.0º Soller_slit_5.0 deg (option: 2680D213) Soller slit 2.5º Soller_slit_2.5 deg (option: 2680D212) In-plane PSC 0.5º In-plane_PSC_0.5 deg (option: 2680D211) The type of parallel slit installed on the adaptor can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 44: 4-Bounce Monochromator (Option)

    4-bounce monochromator (option) This optical device produces a monochromatized x-ray beam using two 2-bounce channel cut crystals. Fine alignment of the channel cut crystals can be performed from SmartLab Guidance. 4-bounce monochromator Attach the 4-bounce monochromator to the CBO unit by sliding it down from the top section of the CBO unit.
  • Page 45 Connect the cable to the MONO/ADPT connector on the incident connector box. Table 4-bounce monochromators Diffraction Crystal Abbreviation Illustration plane Ge(220)x4 (option: 2680B211) Ge(440)x4 (option: 2680B212) The type of installed crystal can be identified from SmartLab Guidance SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 46: Cbo-F Unit (Option: 2220C301)

    Fine alignment of the CBO-f unit is performed from SmartLab Guidance. CBO-f unit Install the CBO-f unit to the theta_s arm from the top, and secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided.
  • Page 47 Incident optics unit (standard incident optics unit) Connect the cable to the MONO/ADPT connector on the incident connector box. The type of installed crystal can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 48: Incident Slit Box

    A length-limiting slit can also be inserted to limit the beam length along the longitudinal axis. Standard incident slit box Attach the standard incident slit box to the Zs axis. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 49 Incident slit box Connect the cable to the SLIT connector on the incident connector box. Insert a length-limiting slit to control beam length along the longitudinal axis. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 50: Collimator Holder (Option)

    0.5 mm micro area optics (option: 2680G111) The type of inserted length-limiting slit can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. Collimator holder (option) Some types of pinhole collimators can be installed for micro area measurements. Kβ filter for Cu can also be installed (optional).
  • Page 51 Incident slit box Table Incident filter (option) Name Illustration Absorber case (2431H101) Kβ filter for Cu (2431H201) Kβ filter for various wavelength can be supplied. Please contact the sales representative who you purchased the instrument from. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 52 Optics Install the collimator holder to the Zs axis and secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. Connect the cable to the SLIT connector on the incident connector box. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 53 X and Y axes, and thus the pinhole collimator, the sample, and the sample stage may become damaged. The type of inserted pinhole collimator can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 54: Receiving Slit Box # 1

    For parallel beam optics, it functions as the first slit in a double-slit receiving system. The slit width can be controlled from SmartLab Guidance. A Kβ filter can be inserted to remove Kβ x-rays from characteristic x-rays.
  • Page 55 Connect the cable to the SLIT1 connector on the receiving connector box. A Kβ filter may be inserted. Check whether a Kβ filter is inserted from SmartLab Guidance. Kβ filter (Ni foil) The Kβ filter reduces the Kβ characteristic x-rays by approximately 90% while only reducing the Ka characteristic x-rays by approximately 50%.
  • Page 56 Optics The installation position can be read from the scale on the theta_d arm. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 57: Receiving Optics Unit # 1

    Receiving optical device adaptor Attach the receiving optical device adaptor to the rail of the theta_d arm. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 58 Optics Connect the cable to the ADPT1 connector on the receiving connector box. Attach a parallel slit analyzer to the adaptor. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 59 # 2, attenuator, and detector (counter) to the right. The type of parallel slit analyzer installed on the adaptor can be identified from SmartLab Guidance.

  • Page 60: 2-Bounce Analyzer (Option)

    The 2-bounce channel cut analyzer provides increased resolution on the 2-theta axis by only allowing diffracted x-rays that satisfy the diffraction condition for the analyzer crystal to enter the detector. Fine alignment of the channel cut crystal can be performed from SmartLab Guidance. 2-bounce analyzer Attach the 2-bounce analyzer to the theta_d arm.
  • Page 61 Connect the cable to the ADPT1 connector on the receiving connector box. Table Crystal types Crystal Diffraction plane Abbreviation Illustration Ge(220)x2 (option: 2680C111) Ge(400)x2 (option: 2680C112) The type of crystal currently installed can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 62: Receiving Optics Unit # 2

    A parallel slit is installed so that the plates inside are mounted vertically controlling axial divergence for the theta_d axis. Receiving parallel slit adaptor Attach the receiving parallel slit adaptor to the rail of the theta_d arm. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 63 Receiving optics unit # 2 Connect the cable to the ADPT2 connector on the receiving connector box. Attach a parallel slit to the adaptor. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 64 In-plane_PSA_0.5 deg (use of PSA 0.5 deg.) In-plane PSA 0.114º In-plane_PSA_0.114 deg (use of PSA 0.114 deg.) (option: 2680F111) The type of parallel slit currently installed on the adaptor can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 65: Receiving Slit Box # 2

    If a double-slit receiving system is used, it will function as the second slit. Slit width and vertical position can be controlled from SmartLab Guidance. Standard receiving slit box # 2 Attach the standard receiving slit box # 2 to the rail of the theta_d arm.
  • Page 66 Optics When using the para-focusing method, set the installation position to 300 mm. Connect the cable to the SLIT2 connector on the receiving connector box. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 67: Attenuator

    The system uses several types of attenuators on a rotating disc. Attenuators for optics alignment are also built-in. The type of attenuator can be switched from SmartLab Guidance. Attenuators can be switched automatically for various measurements based on detected intensity.
  • Page 68 Connect the cable to the ATT connector on the receiving connector box. The attenuator types used during actual measurements are as follows: Open, 1/70, 1/1000, 1/10000. The attenuator types used during alignments are as follows: 9 kWBB, 9 kWPB, 3 kWBB, 3 kWPB for alignment. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 69: Receiving Optics Unit Calsa (Option: 2680K201)

    Remove all the units installed on the theta_d arm. Attach CALSA on therail of the theta_d arm and set the installation position to 200 mm. The position can be read from the scale on the theta_d arm. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 70 Optics Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. Connect the ADPT1, ADPT2, and SLIT2 cable to the ADPT1, ADPT2, and SLIT2 connector on the receiving connector box. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 71: Receiving Parallel Slit

    Receiving parallel slit Install the parallel slit in a manner such that the stacking direction of the foils should be the same as the direction of the theta_d axis scan (the direction of axial divergence). SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 72 In-plane PSA 0.5 deg (use of PSA 0.5 deg) In-plane PSA 0.114º In-plane PSA 0.114 deg (use of PSA 0.114 deg) The type of the parallel slit installed on the adaptor can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 73: Calsa Beam Conditioner

    Attenuator ATT 9 kW Used to attenuate the X-ray intensity in or ATT 3 kW optics alignment. The type of the beam conditioner inserted into CALSA can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 74: Dtector (D/Tex Ultra)

    Detects X-rays diffracted from CALSA. D/teX Ultra Connect the power cable and LAN cable to D/teX Ultra. Attach D/teX Ultra to the detector adaptor of CALSA. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 75: Detector

    Detector Detector adaptor Used to attach the detector. Detector adaptor Attach the detector adaptor to the rail of the theta_d arm. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 76 Detector Connect the cable to the COUNTER connector on the receiving connector box. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 77: Scintillation Counter

    The scintillation counter is attached to the detector adaptor. It detects x-rays received by the receiving optics. Check whether the scintillation counter is installed from SmartLab Guidance. Scintillation counter When detecting x-rays from the receiving optics directly (in absence of the diffracted beam monochromator), install the scintillation counter to the base with the Allen wrench provided.
  • Page 78 Detector Attach the base to the detector adaptor. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. The installation position can be read from the scale on the theta_d arm. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 79: Dbm Unit For Cu (Option: 2726H112)

    Diffracted beam monochromator unit using Cu for para-focusing optics only (Bent only) can be supplied (2726H113). Install the scintillation counter on the diffracted beam monochromator unit. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 80 When using the monochromator in Flat mode, the exact position is not important. Type of target Installation position 351.5 mm 359.8 mm 364.7 mm 376.1 mm SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 81 DBM unit for Cu (option: 2726H112) Insert the monochromator slit (RSm) into the unit. The presence/absence of the slit can be confirmed from SmartLab Guidance. Use the RSm only when using the monochromator in Bent mode for the para-focusing method. The RSm is not used when using the monochromator in Flat mode.

  • Page 82: D/Tex Ultra (Option: 5741A300)

    D/teX Ultra should be installed to the detector adaptor. Check whether D/teX Ultra is installed from SmartLab Guidance. D/teX Ultra When detecting x-rays from the receiving optics directly (in absence of the diffracted beam monochromator), install D/teX Ultra to the base with the Allen wrench provided.
  • Page 83 351 mm Detector position Connect the power cable and communication cable to the connector on the back of D/teX Ultra. Before connecting the cables, press the “O” OFF button to turn off the power of SmartLab. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 84: Dbm Unit For Cu For D/Tex Ultra (Option: 2726P101)

    This unit is used to monochromatize the diffracted beam such that only Kα x-rays are detected. DBM (diffracted beam monochromator) unit for Cu (for D/teX Ultra) Install D/teX Ultra on the diffracted beam monochromator unit. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 85 Install the unit on the detector adaptor. Secure it in place with the Allen wrench provided. When the measurement is made in para-focusing optics, install the detector adaptor at position 351 mm. Detector position SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 86: Pilatus (Option: 5742A101)

    PILATUS (option: 5742A101) PILATUS is a low-noise high-sensitivity semi-conductor hybrid 2D detector. Attach PILATUS to the PILATUS holder and install the PILATUS holder (2431J101) to SmartLab, PILATUS can be placed either vertically or horizontally. Installation of PILATUS (left: horizontal, right: vertical)

  • Page 87: Sample Stage

    Sample Stage To move the sample up and down, Z axis is installed on the SmartLab goniometer. This mechanism enables the sample surface to be adjusted when using a sample stage or an attachment. Sample height alignment unit Sample stages can be installed to the sample height alignment unit. To install a sample stage, join the stage with the rail of the sample height alignment unit as shown in the following figure, and slide it from top down.

  • Page 88: Standard Sample Stage

    β sample stage (option: 2430B101) This can be used in combination with attachments. The rotational axis (β) on the sample surface plane enables to perform measurements by rotating the sample thereby reducing preferred orientation. β sample stage SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 89: Option: 2430H101)

    General-purpose knife edge (optional : 2431G101) will be required to perform measurements in the reflection geometry using a knife edge. If you own the optional accessories for measurements in the vertical transmission geometry, the general knife edge is not necessary. General-purpose knife edge SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 90: For Vertical Transmission Geometry (Option: 2455H105)

    Switch to the vertical transmission geometry When measurements are performed in the reflection geometry using a knife edge, install the reflection knife edge (REF. KE) to the extended base for ASC as shown below. Reflection knife edge (REF. KE) SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 91 Name Illustration Transmission film sample holder Center slit for ASC Incident knife edge(INC. KE) Extended base for ASC Direct beam stopper (DBS) Receiving knife edge (REC. KE) Reflection knife edge (REF. KE) Mylar foil － SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 92: Antonpaar Sample Stage

    HTK2000, XRK900, TTK450, and CHC. For information of how to use the sample stage and pipe arrangement, refer to the instruction manual of each stage. AntonPaar sample stage adaptor HTK16 Installation of the AntonPaar sample stages SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 93: Attachments

    Clasps Hook Make sure the right and left clasps are open. Install the attachment by aligning the groove of the attachment with the pin on the front. Close the clasps and engage the front hook. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 94 X and Y axes, and thus the pinhole collimator, the sample, and the sample stage may become damaged. The type of attachment installed can be identified from SmartLab Guidance. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 95: Sample Plates

    SAXS sample plate with an attachment other than the standard attachment, you must set each attachment axis to 0. ・ To install/remove each sample plate to/from an attachment, see Installing and removing wafer sample plates. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 96: Capillary Holder (Option: 2430C101)

    A sample is placed on top of the wafer sample plate. Wafer sample plates and sample spacers are available for 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch samples. Wafer sample plate and sample spacer CAUTION Placing a sample larger than the sample plate may damage the sample during measurement. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 97 (option: 2640A402) 0-3 mm(blue stamped mark) 0～3 mm(*1) 15 mm～18 mm 15-18 mm (option: 2680A401) 3-6 mm(blue stamped mark) 3～6 mm(*1) φ *1: Sample thickness for using XY-4” attachment. Refer to the abbreviations in blue. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 98 *1: Both X and Y must be 0 mm when the sample is placed on the XY-20 mm attachment. φ *2: When the XY-4” attachment is used, the thickness indicated by the blue stamp mark on the sample spacer is valid. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 99: Installing And Removing Sample Spacers

    Installing the sample spacer on the attachment To remove the sample spacer from the attachment, apply pressure to the bar indicated by the arrow in the figure below, then turn the sample spacer counterclockwise. Removing the attachment SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 100: Installing And Removing Wafer Sample Plates

    The wafer sample plate can be removed by turning it counterclockwise. Installing/removing the wafer sample plate Installing and removing sample spacers for information on direct mounting (removing) a wafer sample plate to (from) an attachment. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 101: Sample Holders

    For information on preparing samples, refer to Section 2.8 of the “Quick theta/2-theta measurement (BB)” or “Quick theta/2-theta measurement (PB/PSA)” Help Topic of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. Glass sample holder Use this sample holder to measure powder samples.
  • Page 102 (BB) uses x-rays passing through optical path A, while selection slit (PB) uses x-rays passing through optical path B. In SmartLab, the multilayer mirror is designed so that optical path A and optical path B intersect at the center (goniometer center) of the sample at a distance of 300 mm from the x-ray focal point. There is no need to remove the multilayer mirror when switching from parallel beam optics to para-focusing optics.

  • Page 103: Accessories

    Accessories Table Accessories Name Illustration Center slit Si powder reference sample Si wafer reference sample Tool for installation of optical devices (Allen wrench) SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 104 The incident monochromator crystal system uses diffraction by Ge or Si crystals for x-ray monochromatization. Ge(220)x2 crystals and Ge(440)x4 crystals are available as options for SmartLab. Select the appropriate crystal based on the resolution required for measurements and the sample (d value). As an example, the Ge(220)x2 crystal monochromatizes x-rays by diffracting them twice by Ge(220) lattice planes.

  • Page 105: Examples Of Sample Mounting

    Examples of Sample Mounting Introduced below are some typical sample mounting methods. For more information, refer to the SmartLab Guidance Reference Manuals, the Package Measurements Help Topics of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. Powder samples Place powder samples in the indentation on the glass sample holder or aluminum sample holder, then insert into the height reference sample plate.

  • Page 106: Wafer-Shaped Samples

    Be careful while measuring of 8-inch wafers, because increasing the tilt axis (chi axis) can cause the wafer to bend under its own weight. SmartLab: Automated Multi Purpose X-Ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 107: Measurements

    Measurements This section introduces basic operating procedures for typical measurements. For detailed information, refer to the SmartLab Guidance Reference Manuals, the Parts, and Package Measurements Help Topics of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. Preparing for measurements Make sure that the OPERATE lamp on the main panel is lighting up in green.

  • Page 108: Selecting A Package Measurement

    Package Measurement that matches the purpose of the measurement. For information on the procedures of each Package Measurements, refer to the Package Measurement Help Topic of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. SmartLab: Automated Multi Purpose X-Ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 109: Periodic Maintenance

    Task menu, then select Maintenance Package measurement under Utility. For detailed information on measurement procedures, refer to the “CBO Maintenance Package measurement” Help Topic of the online help section of the SmartLab Guidance software. Selecting Maintenance Package measurement SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 110: Cooling Water

    Rotary pump (2080A211/A411) Check the oil level in the vacuum pump. If the oil level is low, add oil. We also recommend periodic oil changes. SmartLab: Automated Multi Purpose X-Ray Diffractometer...

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    If the lamp fails to turn green after several minutes, the controller may be malfunctioning. Press the OFF button on the main panel to shut down SmartLab, then press the ON button to restart SmartLab. An error occurs during SmartLab There may be a problem in the connection between the SmartLab and the controller.
  • Page 112 After SmartLab restarts, the OPERATE lamp will be flashing in green for 10 to 20 seconds. After that, when the lamp lights up in green, SmartLab is ready to use. If the OPERATE lamp does not turn green, flashing red instead after startup, or if the lamp turns green but changes to a flashing red immediately during use, please contact the sales representative who you purchased the instrument from.
  • Page 113 An error has occurred in the encoder used to control the goniometer. The Encoder error encoder may not be adjusted correctly, or the detecting part may be stained. The protection circuit is working as a result of motor electrical overload. See Servo alarm # 3 in Troubleshooting. SmartLab: Automated Multipurpose X-ray Diffractometer...
  • Page 114 Column Kβ filter The characteristic x-rays used for x-ray diffractometry generally contain Kα and Kβ x-rays. A substance that passes Kα x-rays while absorbing most Kβ x-rays to monochromatize the beam is called a Kβ filter. The mass absorption coefficient (hereinafter referred to as “absorption coefficient”) of an element becomes smaller as wavelengths become shorter, and vice versa.
  • Page 115 Differential Scanning Calorimeters Specifications Subject to Change without Notice Rigaku Corporation Tokyo Branch 4-14-4, Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051, Japan www.rigaku.com Phone: +81-3-3479-0618 Fax: +81-3-3479-6112 e-mail: rinttyo@rigaku.co.jp Rigaku Corporation Rigaku Americas Corporation Rigaku Europe SE Head Office 9009 New Trails Drive,...

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