Tabletop SEM or compact scanning electron microscopes have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their ability to provide high-quality imaging and elemental analysis at a lower cost compared to traditional full-sized SEM systems. Let’s talk the advantages of using a tabletop SEM and why it’s a valuable investment for your research or quality assurance laboratory. Tabletop SEMs are easy to use and require less infrastructure compared to full-sized systems. Companies and research groups that previously avoided SEMs due to their high cost and specialized personnel requirements can now benefit from the compact and user-friendly design of tabletop SEMs. They offer imaging, morphological, and elemental analysis capabilities that are highly useful in a variety of fields, from materials science to biology. Not only are tabletop SEMs cost-effective, but they are also ideal for STEM outreach programs. Even middle school students with supervision can now operate electron microscopes in science programs across the country, thanks to the admirable efforts of electron microscope suppliers. It’s a great educational tool that can inspire future scientists and engineers. When it comes to buying a scanning electron microscope (SEM), buyers need to consider the capabilities of the microscope and the overall cost of the system. Beyond the initial acquisition cost, there may also be significant on-going costs for maintenance, service, facilities, and personnel. However, tabletop SEMs have a lower cost of ownership compared to full-sized systems, making them an attractive option for many laboratories.

TABLETOP ELECTRON MICROSCOPE PRICING
TYPE	DETECTORS	STAGE	MAGNIFICATION	PRICE RANGE
Entry Level Tabletop	BSE only	XY Only	under 60,000X	$50K to $60K
Intermediate Tabletop	BSE	XY Only	100,000X	$60K to $70K
High End Tabletop	BSE and SE	XYT or more	150,000X	$70K to $80K
Tabletop with EDS	BSE, SE and EDS	XYT or more	150,000X	$100K to $125K
Entry Level Floor Model	BSE and SE	XYZRT	300,000X	$95K to $120K
Entry Floor Model + EDS	BSE, SE and EDS	XYZRT	300,000X	$130K to $160K

At JH Technologies, we offer a range of tabletop SEMs that cater to your specific requirements. Our EM-30 Series incorporates a Tungsten electron source, which provides similar results to CeB6 source, but with a much lower cost of ownership, making it one of the most affordable tabletop SEMs in the industry. In addition, we also offer comprehensive solutions for EDS and EBSD, typically only available in full-sized systems, but now offered in the compact EM-30 and floor standing CX-200 Series .

Tabletop SEMs are a cost-effective solution that provides high-quality imaging and analytical capabilities. They are easy to use, require less infrastructure, and are ideal for a range of fields, from research to education. Contact JH Technologies using the form below to learn more about our tabletop SEMs, including tabletop SEM pricing and how they can benefit your research or analysis needs.