Often Used Analytical Procedures
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Table 52 Steps for Line distribution analysis
Step Examples/hints
1
Prepare the sample
2
Move the stage into Eject position and put the
sample to the crosshairs of the stage
3
Move the stage into Load position
4
Start the vacuum pump, if required
5
Select the workspace for Point analysis
6
Move the sample into the focal plane with
Autofocus, control if the sample is flat over the line
scan area
7
Switch to the workspace for Line analysis
8
Define the line for LineScan in the image
9
Set the pixel distance or number of pixels in the
workspace Line
10 Set the correct tube parameters in the device area
X-ray tube
11 Check count rate and dead time on the device
area spectrometer after starting the measurement
by Preview. Dead time should be less than 50 %
12 Set the measurement time and stage mode with
the downward-facing arrow next to Acquire
13 Start the measurement with Acquire