Our
laboratory
equipment
Our laboratory specializes in the separation and preparation of accessory mineral phases for geochemical, geochronological, and petrological analysis. Using a combination of water-density and magnetic separation techniques, we isolate key accessory minerals such as zircon, monazite, apatite, titanite, and others from a variety of rock types. These mineral separates are then prepared as both polished bubble-free epoxy mounts for in-situ analytical methods (e.g., electron microprobe, LA-ICP-MS, SIMS) and unpolished indium mounts for isotopic and trace-element investigations requiring surface preservation (SIMS depth profiling). This dual preparation approach ensures flexibility in analytical applications while maintaining the integrity of delicate mineral grains.
Polished zircon crystals revealing zonation through CL imaging
Heavy mineral separate displaying zircon crystals distinguished by their high relief and vivid interference colors under crossed polars.
Scanning Electron Microscope JEOL-IT510 with cathodoluminescence (CL) detector
The JSM-IT510 InTouchScope™ SEM Series delivers the highest level of intelligent technology with built-in automation for the most versatile analytical SEM available today.
ZEISS Stemi 508 bino- and trinocular picking microscopes
High-resolution stereo imaging for detailed examination and selection of mineral grains.
ZEISS Axio Lab.A1 petrographic microscope
Designed for high-quality transmitted and polarized light microscopy. It provides exceptional optical performance for detailed petrographic analysis, enabling the identification and characterization of mineral textures, structures, and compositions in thin sections.
