Bruker Hysitron PI Envision SEM PicoIndenter

Hysitron PI Envision is a leading-edge nanomechanical testing instrument designed for in-situ operation in standard SEMs, FIB-SEMs, small-chamber SEMs, and even synchrotron beamlines. Its sub-nanometer displacement and sub-micronewton resolution make it suitable for analysing materials from soft polymers to high strength metals and alloys. This modular platform is highly upgradable, supporting a powerful suite of techniques, including nanoindentation, property mapping, and high-temperature testing up to 800°C. PI Envision delivers best-in-class versatility, precision, and value ideal for multi-user facilities and budget-conscious laboratories.

Features:

• Intrinsic displacement control, intrinsic load control, and open loop nanomechanical testing for a wide range of materials

• Advanced upgrades for performing nanotribology, property mapping, and high-temperature testing to 800°C

• Encoded stage control and 78 kHz feedback rate for fast, repeatable results from indentation, compression, tension, or fatigue testing

All PI Envision configurations deliver intrinsic displacement actuation and control with sub-nanometer resolution, feedback rate of 78 kHz, and data acquisition up to 39 kHz.

The base system supports up to 10 mN force and sub-nanometer to 5 µm displacement range, making it an excellent choice for routine indentation, compression, and tensile testing of low-hardness to medium-hardness materials.

An optional xR transducer extends the maximum load to 250 mN and displacement range up to 100 µm, making it ideal for high-hardness materials and nanotribology.