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X-Ray diffractometer
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The contract involves the procurement of a high-performance X-ray diffractometer designed to meet advanced analytical needs. The system must feature a high-brightness copper X-ray source with at least 5kW power, utilizing either a sealed or rotating anode, and incorporate a solid-state 2D area detector. It should support multiple X-ray measurement configurations through interchangeable optics, including reflected beam options such as Bragg-Brentano, parallel beam, and convergent spot-focused beams under 500 micrometers, as well as transmission optics optimized for high-resolution measurements. The diffractometer must include an integrated sample handling system capable of high-throughput analysis with a minimum of 96-well plate capacity, automated alignment, and versatile mounting options suitable for both reflection and transmission modes. Additional features include a heating stage with temperature control up to 1000°C or higher, compatible with various atmospheres including vacuum, inert, reactive gases, and hydrogen. The system should also have detection guidance features and automated beam alignment to ensure measurement accuracy. The accompanying software must be user-friendly, capable of saving measurement presets, supporting multi-user access, and allowing external scripting through languages like Python for automation of hardware operations. It should provide comprehensive data analysis tools such as Rietveld refinement, texture analysis, peak fitting, thin-film reflectivity analysis, and data visualization. The contract, posted by Berkeley National Laboratory under a Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), seeks responses by February 7, 2025, and is managed by Anita Mathias. The procurement aims to enhance analytical capabilities for materials research within the specified technical and operational parameters.
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Berkeley, CA, 94720, USASet-Aside
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