KONTICH� Belgium� February 1� 2019 � Bruker today announced the newSKYSCAN^TM1273benchtop 3D X-ray microscope based on micro-computed tomography (Micro-CT) technology. TheSKYSCAN 1273sets a new standard for non-destructive testing (NDT) with benchtop instruments� providing a performance level previously only achieved by floor standing systems.

Samples with up to 500 mm length� 300 mm diameter� and a maximum weight of 20 kg can be investigated with powerful and precise positioning stages. The combination of a higher-energy X-ray source running at higher power (130 kV� 39 W) and a large format 6-megapixel flat-panel detector with ultimate sensitivity and speed provides excellent image quality in just a few seconds. TheSKYSCAN 1273produces 3D images of internal structures with high resolution based on a voxel size smaller than 3 ��m.

The comprehensive software for straightforward data collection� advanced image analysis� and powerful visualization makes theSKYSCAN 1273an easy-to-use 3D X-ray microscope. Micro-CT with helical scanning for distortion-free data acquisition and artefact-free reconstruction algorithms provides images without blurring� even for planar structures in all directions.

For high-speed requirements� InstaRecon^?� one of the world’s fastest CT reconstruction solutions� accelerates 3D imaging up to 100 times compared to traditional algorithms.

TheSKYSCAN 1273benchtop 3D X-ray microscope requires minimum lab space� is easy to use� and virtually maintenance-free to offer high system uptime with low cost of ownership.

Dr. Geert Vanhoyland� the Bruker AXS Product Line Manager for 3D X-ray Microscopy� commented: “TheSKYSCAN 1273is a turnkey solution for non-destructive 3D imaging� covering a variety of industrial and scientific applications. This includes defect detection for casting� machining� and additive manufacturing� inspection of complex electro-mechanical assemblies� pharmaceutical packaging� advanced medical tools� geological drill cores� and non-ambient microscopy.“�/span>

Dr. Kjell Laperre� the Bruker BioSpin Micro-CT Market Product & Applications Manager� added: “TheSKYSCAN 1273significantly extends the capabilities in preclinical imaging. Its large sample compartment combined with the higher-energy� higher-power X-ray source allows ex vivo imaging of larger and higher density samples in forensic� orthopedic� paleontological� and zoology applications.“�/span>

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