Introducing the ZEISS VersaXRM 730 3D X-ray microscope

• Designed to flexibly address dynamic needs
• Increases return on investment
• Provides greater accessibility to a wider array of users

ZEISS launches its latest innovation in the field of X-ray microscopy: ZEISS VersaXRM 730^®. The new system offers researchers an unprecedented level of performance, choice, and accessibility. 

As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it is essential for researchers to have access to cutting-edge capabilities that can keep up with the changing landscape. ZEISS VersaXRM 730 is designed to meet these dynamic requirements, offering breakthrough resolution performance as well as faster throughput and time-to-results to accelerate productivity. The platform’s intuitive guidance and control system, the award-winning ZEN navx™, takes accessibility to the next level, accommodating users of all skill levels. FAST Mode delivers one-minute tomographies, dramatically accelerating 3D imaging by using continuous sample motion data collection.

“Successful 3D X-ray microscopy requires efficient exploration, precise feature targeting, and powerful capabilities to enable new discoveries. With new, patented technologies wrapped in an award-winning software environment, ZEISS VersaXRM 730 delivers synergistic performance that is truly more than the sum of its parts”, said Martin Fischer, Head of Global Sales and Service. “We’ve capitalized on the most proven and versatile XRM platform, representing our commitment to excellence and once again advancing the field of 3D X-ray microscopy.”

Improved productivity and accessibility with human-centered design
The ZEN navx guidance and control system is a systematic approach of built-in guidance, automated workflows, and intelligent system insights. It enables even the newest user in a busy environment to be immediately productive, achieve experimental results more easily and efficiently, and obtain the right data the first time without extensive training. It also allows experienced users to explore the full versatility of the platform. ZEN navx provides system and sample protection with its built-in SmartShield. Additionally, ZEN navx File Transfer Utility (FTU) automatically transfers data from the microscope to other locations so that users have their information where they need it, when they need it.

“The new navx software has been instrumental in improving workflows for acquiring 3D datasets,” said Professor André Phillion from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at McMaster University, Ontario, Canada. “Due to the safety and built-in sample knowledge, we find it especially useful when training young researchers to be independent system users. It has also helped to reduce the time needed for setting up a sample run.”

Achieving rapid turnaround on imaging or sample inspection with one-minute tomographies

The optional flat panel extension (FPX) on the ZEISS VersaXRM series further increases versatility, delivering one-minute tomographies via FAST Mode. FAST Mode enables true, nearly real-time 3D navigation for all samples thanks to full integration with the Volume Scout workflow in ZEN navx. A combination of detector designs, including the high resolution 40x-Prime detector with 450 nm spatial resolution, allows for the widest range of sample sizes and types to be studied efficiently and accurately. With more X-ray photons available on ZEISS VersaXRM, users can now achieve even faster time to results for varied sample sizes without compromising resolution.

ZEISS VersaXRM 730 is also equipped with game-changing AI, unlocking entirely new application capabilities. The highly effective DeepRecon Pro, a module from the Advanced Reconstruction Toolkit, is now a standard feature on ZEISS VersaXRM platforms, with a high-performance workstation and two-year software license. Innovation in throughput and image quality performance across both hardware and software help users to achieve maximum impact with their research.

ZEISS VersaXRM 730 and VersaXRM 615 are both available now. ZEISS invites researchers to experience the power of perfect tomographies, for every user, every sample, every time with these systems.

About ZEISS

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue totaling 10 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (status: 30 September 2023).

For its customers, ZEISS develops, produces and distributes highly innovative solutions for industrial metrology and quality assurance, microscopy solutions for the life sciences and materials research, and medical technology solutions for diagnostics and treatment in ophthalmology and microsurgery. The name ZEISS is also synonymous with the world's leading lithography optics, which are used by the chip industry to manufacture semiconductor components. There is global demand for trendsetting ZEISS brand products such as eyeglass lenses, camera lenses and binoculars.

With a portfolio aligned with future growth areas like digitalization, healthcare and Smart Production and a strong brand, ZEISS is shaping the future of technology and constantly advancing the world of optics and related fields with its solutions. The company's significant, sustainable investments in research and development lay the foundation for the success and continued expansion of ZEISS' technology and market leadership. ZEISS invests 15 percent of its revenue in research and development – this high level of expenditure has a long tradition at ZEISS and is also an investment in the future.

With over 44,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in around 50 countries with more than 60 sales and service locations, 35 research and development facilities, and 35 production facilities worldwide (status: 31 March 2024). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.

ZEISS Research Microscopy Solutions

ZEISS Research Microscopy Solutions is the leading provider of light, electron, X-ray microscope systems, correlative microscopy and software solutions leveraging AI technologies. The portfolio comprises of products and services for life sciences, materials and industrial research, as well as education and clinical routine applications. The unit is headquartered in Jena. Additional production and development sites are located in Germany, UK, USA and China. ZEISS Research Microscopy Solutions is part of the Industrial Quality & Research segment.

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