Elk Grove Village IL, July 1, 2008 --Sonoscan, Inc., has introduced the HiRes Generation THRU-Scan™, which significantly enhances through-transmission imaging with Sonoscan’s C-SAM® line of acoustic microscopes.
Reflection-mode acoustic imaging (the most frequently used mode) is limited to a defined depth within a sample, but THRU-Scan images the whole thickness in one scan. For example, a plastic-encapsulated microcircuit might have 5 layers. Reflection-mode imaging typically selects one or two internal interfaces to image for anomalies or defects.
But THRU-Scan images the whole thickness of the part – all 5 layers and all 4 interfaces – simultaneously, and reveals a defect or anomaly at any depth. By itself, THRU-Scan provides a fast non-destructive method for determining whether an internal defect is present. Often THRU-Scan is used along with reflection-mode imaging to simultaneously verify the x-y location of a defect and specify its depth.
HiRes Generation THRU-Scan differs from previous versions by permitting much higher resolution in the acoustic image without sacrificing penetration. Edges are more sharply defined, contrast is greater, and thicker samples can be imaged.
For more information, contact Steve Martell, manager of technical support services.
Sonoscan, Inc., 2149 E. Pratt Blvd., Elk Grove Village IL USA 60007
Phone: 847 437-6400 Fax: 847 437-1550
E-mail: info@sonoscan.com Website: www.sonoscan.com
Photo caption: Previous THRU-Scan (top) sacrificed resolution for penetration. New HiRes Generation THRU-Scan (bottom) gives superior resolution and has better penetration.
About Sonoscan: Sonoscan is the leading developer and manufacturer of acoustic microscopy systems, widely used for non-destructive imaging and analysis of internal features. For over 30 years, Sonoscan’s attention to customer needs and investment in R&D has created systems that set industry standards for speed and accuracy. Key products include C-SAM® systems for off-line and laboratory analysis, and FACTS2™ for automated production inspection. Sonoscan application engineers, with a total of more than two centuries’ experience in acoustic microscopy, conduct frequent workshops and seminars. SonoLab, a division of Sonoscan, operates application testing laboratories in 7 global locations.
