Small-angle X-ray Scattering System (SAXS)

The Xenocs Xeuss 3.0 serves as an in-lab beamline with the ability to deliver both small-angle and wide-angle X-ray scattering capabilities (SAXS and WAXS). SAXS / WAXS involves the elastic scattering of X-rays across small features at angles ranging from ~0.1 to 10 degrees. These techniques enable the assessment of particle ordering and the ability to measure material features which range in size from 1.0 to 300 nm. X-ray scattering is useful in the analysis of colloids, surfactants, mesopores, block copolymers, and biological structures. The IAC’s SAXS harnesses a Genix 3D X-ray source with a dynamic range of sample-to-detector distances extending from 4.5 to 105 cm and the offers the ability to perform grazing incidence (GISAXS). Additional holders enable the analysis of powders, liquids, and gels at temperatures ranging from -150 to 350 degrees C. XSACT software enables users to rapidly produce publication quality data.