The Common Equipment Facility at the Department of Physics and Astrophysics, University of Delhi is a hub for advanced research, equipped with state-of-the-art instruments essential for material characterization. It provides researchers access to sophisticated tools like XRD, AFM, SEM, UV-VIS, DSC, and photoluminescence systems, fostering innovation and interdisciplinary research.
The Park Systems NX10 AFM is a high-performance atomic force microscope designed for nanoscale imaging and analysis. It enables visualization of surface topography with sub-nanometer resolution, making it ideal for materials science, semiconductor research, and biological studies. The NX10 offers advanced scanning modes, including non-contact and conductive AFM, to probe mechanical, electrical, and chemical properties. Its closed-loop control ensures accuracy and repeatability, while user-friendly software simplifies data acquisition. Researchers use the NX10 to study nanostructures, thin films, polymers, and biomolecules, gaining insights into morphology and functionality that are critical for innovation in nanotechnology.
The Tescan Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) is a state-of-the-art instrument designed for high-resolution imaging and analysis of materials at the micro- and nano-scale. It provides detailed insights into surface morphology, composition, and structural features, supporting applications in materials science, semiconductors, batteries, life sciences, and geology. Equipped with stable beam performance, Wide Field Optics®, and integrated analytical tools such as EDS, Tescan SEMs combine precision with ease of use. Their versatility extends to advanced configurations like FIB-SEM and micro-CT, enabling 3D imaging and sample preparation. Trusted worldwide, Tescan SEMs empower researchers to accelerate discovery and innovation.



The TA Q2000 MDSC is a sophisticated thermal analysis instrument that measures heat flow associated with material transitions. By applying modulated heating, it separates reversible and non-reversible processes, providing deeper insights into glass transitions, crystallization, and curing reactions. The Q2000 offers high sensitivity and flexible programming, making it ideal for polymers, composites, and pharmaceuticals. Researchers use it to study thermal stability, phase behavior, and kinetic parameters, which are critical for material design and quality control. Its precision and advanced software make the Q2000 a powerful tool for both academic research and industrial applications.
The Horiba Fluoromax+ is a state-of-the-art spectrofluorometer designed for photoluminescence studies. It measures fluorescence emission and excitation spectra with high sensitivity, enabling analysis of organic molecules, quantum dots, and semiconductor materials. Equipped with advanced optics and detectors, it provides accurate data on emission intensity, lifetime, and quantum yield. Researchers use the Fluoromax+ to probe electronic transitions, defect states, and energy transfer mechanisms in functional materials. Its versatility supports applications in nanotechnology, optoelectronics, and biosensing. With intuitive software and customizable configurations, the Fluoromax+ remains a trusted instrument for exploring luminescent properties at the frontier of science.