EDS - TEAM

Quick Reference EDS:

• Open TEAM and insert the EDS detector.

• Select your project and name your sample.

• Pause the chamberscope.

• Select a voltage that supplies enough energy for the elements in your specimen.

  • Use a periodic table like this one

• Select a spot size so the Dead Time (DT) reads between 20-40%.

• Adjust the image settings as needed.

• Select the mode and capture an image.

• Define the area.

• Modify collection parameters as needed.

• Start the scan.

• Label the peaks and adjust the background.

• Generate and save a report.