Prepare sample shipments with EXI at MAX IV

Since the end of 2020 all the sample information and associated data at BioMAX is handled by EXI (Extended ISPyB). EXI is also used to generate identifying labels for the…

Survey, Alignment and Mechanical stability

The Survey, Alignment and Mechanical stability (SAM) team is crucial during the design and installation of every component at Max IV. Our work starts during the design of each component,…

Practical information

Welcome to MAX IV! In this section of the web we have collected the some practical information. For answers to some of the most common questions, please see the FAQ…

Sample Environments

At the Diffraction Station, samples are mounted in air and at room temperature. We have a few standard sample holders for various measurement types. Any other sample support that is…

1.5 GeV storage ring

The MAX IV 1.5 GeV storage ring is based on a compact double-bend achromat lattice for the production of bright soft x-ray and UV radiation. The storage ring is a…

A cloudy route for shipping in the Arctic

As the planet warms, a unifying challenge will be determining ways to reduce human impact from use of natural resources. New technologies and ‘greener’ resourcing are being utilised and their…

Advanced rheological testing

Rheometers: Anton Paar MCR705 MultiDrive (on site)  Standard rheo-SAXS measuring cell – Concentric cylinder geometry CC27 [polycarbonate] – parallel-plate (max 50 mm) [steel] – rectangular torsional DMA fixture – temperature…

Low Density Matter

Research on gas phase molecules, aerosols, liquids and free clusters Investigating the interaction of light with molecules/clusters/liquids/aerosols and the determination of the properties of these systems and/or the dynamics that…