Photothermal Microscope for Thermal Analysis

Microscopy system combining IR excitation with thermal imaging for localized thermal property mapping. Classed under HTS 9027.50.8020 as optical thermal analysis instrument. Ideal for semiconductors and thin films.

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9027.50Same rate: 35%

If other optical radiation apparatus

Non-thermal specific optical analyzers.

9011.80.00Same rate: 35%

If compound optical microscopes

Optical microscopes without thermal measurement capabilities.

8525.89.50Same rate: 35%

If digital cameras for analysis

If thermal imaging dominates as video recording device.

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