UG3 Universal Goniometer

The UG3 is our third-generation Universal Goniometer for XtaLAB Synergy X‑ray diffractometers, designed to meet the demands of modern crystallography without compromising accuracy or precision. It is the first goniometer engineered together with a motorized goniometer head, the IGH3, allowing for a slimmer profile and cable-free design.

Brighter X-ray sources and more sensitive detectors demand a goniometer that can keep up. That’s why the UG3 delivers a 25% increase in speed over its predecessor—while still utilizing stepper motor technology for exceptional accuracy and reproducible positioning.

Equipped with state-of-the-art position sensors, the UG3 always knows its exact position—even after a power outage—so you don’t need to worry about collisions. Additionally, a redesigned detector axis and optimized motor housings enable wider, more symmetrical scans, ensuring more efficient data collection.

IGH3

For even greater ease of use, the optional IGH3 motorized goniometer head is our first cable-free IGH and enables safer, hands-free sample centering.

It supports automatic centering using X-ray signal optimization, AI-powered optical sample recognition, or manual point-and-click methods. Unlike more common retrofit solutions, the IGH3 is designed specifically for, and with the UG3, resulting in a more compact profile that allows for wider scans and more efficient data collection.

Features

• 25% faster scan speeds to keep pace with brighter X-ray sources
• Reduced collision profile for safer, more versatile operation
• Fully software-controlled sample lighting for enhanced visibility
• Brighter illumination to improve sample visualization, even in droplets
• Advanced robotic position sensors that precisely track goniometer movement—even during power loss
• Seamless integration with the motorized goniometer head

Benefits

• Faster experiments with improved efficiency
• Expanded scanning ranges for more comprehensive data collection
• Enhanced sample visualization for easier analysis
• Reliable, intervention-free operation with state-of-the-art position sensors
• Hands-free sample centering with the IGH3 motorized goniometer head