Zurich Instruments AG
Beschreibung
Zurich Instruments is the technology leader for advanced test & measurement instruments for dynamic signal processing. Our products are used in many application fields by demanding researchers all over the world. Zurich Instruments' vision is to be the reference for digital instrumentation in advanced research and development labs.
What We Do
Zurich Instruments makes cutting-edge instrumentation for scientists and technologists who work in advanced laboratories and are passionate about phenomena often difficult to measure. Our offering includes lock-in amplifiers, arbitrary waveform generators, impedance analyzers, phase-locked loops, digitizers, boxcar averagers, and quantum computing control systems.
We believe in the power of system integration. System integration leads to reduced setup complexity, more efficient workflows, better time allocation, and more reliable measurements.
Our instruments deliver market-leading specifications for sensitivity, dynamic range, feature set, speed, and accuracy, as shown by Zurich Instruments' industry firsts:
In 2009, Zurich Instruments launched its first product: the world's fastest lock-in amplifier, the HF2LI, with 6 demodulators and a dynamic reserve of 120 dB for frequencies up to 50 MHz.
In 2010, the world's fastest phase-locked loop (PLL) was integrated into the HF2LI. A scope, a spectrum analyser, and a parametric sweeper were also added to each instrument, equipping the HF2 series with a set of features that is still unrivalled in the lock-in amplifier market.
In 2012 we introduced the UHF series, which includes the fastest commercially available lock-in amplifier and PLL. At the same time, the UHFLI set a new sensitivity standard, reducing input noise to a mere 4 nV/√Hz.
In 2013, Zurich Instruments brought to the market the LabOne® instrument control software. LabOne features a web-based user interface for instrument control and a set of application programming interfaces for leading programming languages.
In 2014, a boxcar option with a periodic waveform analyzer (PWA) was integrated into the UHF series. The UHF-BOX is the fastest commercial boxcar averager on the market. The PWA is an innovative tool that simplifies and speeds up tasks related to the analysis of periodic waveforms, e.g. asynchronous optical and electrical detection.
In 2015 we launched the MF series. The MFLI is the first lock-in amplifier with an integrated web server, enabling remote experimental control from any platform without the need for software installations. Its 2.5 nV/√Hz input noise level and dynamic range exceeding 120 dB set the industry standard in the low to medium frequency range.
In early 2016, we introduced our first arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) and a counter module for the UHF series. With the AWG option, the UHF series became the first commercial instrument to integrate highly flexible signal generation, multiple detection schemes, and various feedback options. That same year we launched the MFIA 5 MHz, our first static impedance analyzer and precision LCR meter with 0.05% basic accuracy and a measurement range stretching up to 1 TΩ.
In 2017 we launched the HDAWG, a multi-channel arbitrary waveform generator with the highest channel density on the market. In combination with the new LabOne multi-device synchronization functionality, the HDAWG is the reference for all applications requiring many independent and synchronized arbitrary waveform generator channels controlled from a single software interface.
In 2018, Zurich Instruments introduced the UHFQA and the PQSC. The UHFQA is the first quantum analyzer for superconducting and spin qubits; the PQSC is the first programmable quantum system controller that can synchronize and orchestrate the instrumentation required for quantum processors ranging from a few to 100 qubits. In combination with the HDAWG and LabOne, the PQSC allows us to offer the QCCS, the world's first quantum computing control system.
How We Do It
We integrate state-of-the-art analog electronics, high-precision digital signal processing, innovative software, and intuitive user interfaces into a line of products guided by lean design principles. Integration does not stop at the instrument level, however. Our products come with responsive and effective customer service, a high level of professionalism and competence, and complete documentation.