MFP-3D Origin AFM

The MFP-3D Origin™ features Asylum Research performance and quality at a price competitive with most low-cost AFMs. Origin marks the intersection of performance and affordability and offers high-resolution imaging, supports large samples, most imaging modes, and many accessories. It's simply the best place to start with AFM!

Easily the best research-grade AFM at this low price point
High performance—a single scanner scales from atomic resolution to huge 120 µm scans
Ease of use and a rugged, reliable design make it great for busy labs
Modes and accessories that take you beyond topography
Easily upgradable for additional functionality
Unmatched customer support worldwide

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Easily the best research-grade AFM at this low price point

High-resolution imaging in both air and fluid — 120 µm XY range and 15 µm Z (40 µm optional)
Accurate, lowest-noise force measurements
Modern flexured and sensored scanner design makes the AFM easier to use and improves measurement accuracy
Engage and scan—quickly, easily and reliably

Ease of use and a rugged design make it great for busy labs

SmartStart™ automatically detects and configures system components to get results quickly
ModeMaster™ automatically configures software for selected mode
GetReal™ automatically calibrates the cantilever spring constant and sensitivity
GetStarted™ automatically sets optimal parameters for tapping mode imaging

Modes and accessories that take you beyond topography

Nanomechanical characterization modes available for measuring viscoelastic properties (storage/elastic modulus and loss modulus)
Large range of nanoelectrical and electromechanical characterization modes
Temperature control for heating samples to 275°C
Controlled gas or liquid environment options that are simple, safe and effective

Support that goes above and beyond your expectations

Includes a standard one-year comprehensive warranty
No-charge technical support and basic applications support for life
Affordable support agreements that offer extended warranties and advanced training
Easy upgrade path to the MFP-3D Origin+ or MFP-3D Infinity

Included Operating Modes

Contact mode
DART PFM
Dual AC™
Dual AC Resonance Tracking (DART)
Electrostatic Force Microscopy (EFM)
Force curves
Force Mapping Mode (force volume)
Force modulation
Frequency modulation
Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy (KPFM)
Lateral Force Mode (LFM)
Loss tangent imaging
Magnetic Force Microscopy (MFM)
Nanolithography
Nanomanipulation
Phase imaging
Piezoresponse Force Microscopy (PFM)
Switching spectroscopy PFM
Tapping mode (AC mode)
Tapping mode with digital Q control
Vector PFM

Optional Operating Modes

AM-FM Viscoelastic Mapping Mode
Conductive AFM (CAFM) with ORCA™ and Eclipse™ Mode
Scanning Thermal Microscopy (SThM)
Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM)

Nanomechanical and Thermal Properties

Tools for quantitative characterization of visoelastic properties, including elastic modulus, loss modulus, loss tangent, as well as for measurement of thermal properties

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Applying Other Driving Forces

Accessories for subjecting your sample to other driving forces like magnetic fields, mechanical strain, high voltage fields, and more.

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Nanoelectrical and Electrochemical Properties

Tools for measuring electrical properties, including current, resistivity and permittivity, and more. Also includes PFM, STM, and EC-AFM techniques

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Adapting to Your Experimental Needs

Additional options to make the MFP-3D work for you

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Temperature and Other Environmental Control

Accessories for controlling temperature, the gas environments (gas/vapor composition or humidity), and operating under ultra-low oxygen and/or water levels in a glovebox.

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Operating in Liquid Environments

Accessories for operation in controlled liquid environments, with or without perfusion and for heating while operating in liquids.

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Support and Service Agreements

More than just an extended warranty, these packages provide peace of mind that your AFM is operating at peak performance and offer training opportunities for users.