Smart SAGA

The accessory samples at an average angle of 80 degrees from the normal. Analysis of films from 10 Angstroms to 0.5 microns is possible. A permanently mounted polarizer minimizes 'S' polarized light, increasing sensitivity. Samples are analyzed conveniently by placing them on a horizontal sampling surface, and they are masked using a unique sliding aperture assembly. The Smart SAGA accessory is useful for ultra-thin coatings, absorbed species on metal substrates, lubricants on metals, surface contaminants on metals, residues on metals and molecular monolayers.

In addition to the many advantages of using a Smart Accessory, the Smart SAGA accessory has some unique features. It has an 80 degree fixed angle of incidence and all gold reflecting optics. Plus, it has an aperture sliding assembly providing two circular active areas, 5mm and 8mm; one oval active area of 16mm x 8mm and open sampling (no aperture). This new design eliminates the need to soot the apertures.

This accessory also has an integrated polarizer to eliminate the 'S' polarized light and enhance the 'P' polarized light component. The integrated design also protects the polarizer from contamination. The Smart SAGA accessory also features a laser engraved grid on the sampling plate to facilitate reproducible sample positioning and masking when performing quantitative analysis.