The MFP-3D Controller is the first commercially-available, all digital controller that comes standard with all MFP-3D AFM Systems. Asylum Research has made this advanced controller available to researchers that need a powerful and flexible interface to their home-built AFM.

The MFP-3D BiPolar Controller is now available in a -220V to +220V configuration. It contains all the powerful features of the standard MFP-3D Controller.

Fully Digital Means Low Noise and Easy Upgradability
• Lowest noise. Upon entering the controller, the cantilever deflection is sampled at 5MHz. All subsequent filtering and signal processing is computed digitally using high-performance IIR filters and digital lock-in technology. No additional analog stages interfere with the fidelity of the signal.

• Processing traditionally done with analog components is now done digitally with the Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) and Digital Signal Processor (DSP). New microscope capabilities can be added easily and quickly with firmware and software updates. See our MFP-3D controller diagram for a detailed description of the controller configuration.

• More accuracy and precision for all signals in all three axes. Our patent-pending Nanopositioning System (NPS(TM)), with sensored, accurate, closed-loop operation, allows the controller to maintain unprecedented control over the tip and eliminates distortions from hysteresis and creep.

• Front Panel access to all relevant scanning signals for easy-to-use, customized experiments, eliminates extra hardware modules and complex cabling.

• IGOR Pro software platform truly allows users to maximize their experiments with its open-ended flexibility and advanced features.

The MFP-3D BiPolar Controller is ideal for home built AFMs that want the power and flexibility for advanced experiments.

Crosspoint panel allows limitless configurations for advanced experiment programming.

SEBS polymer, 15µm scan, 16+ megapixel image, sample courtesy A. Hexemer, Kramer Group, UCSB.