Why do we do this?

We believe that free microscopy means access to interfaces documentation, control libraries and sample code. For us that means prioritising transparency for users and developers. We intentionally design our Software Development Kits (SDK) with makers in mind. Offering our SDKs as repositories is therefore a natural step in our philosophy.

GitHub gives easy access to our SDK repository for point electronic’s REVOLON TEM scan controllers, offering the information necessary for development of new independent applications, or for community driven projects. Updates and future releases will be delivered here, with new features, bug fixes and new code examples. We are certain this will enable faster development and enhanced integration in the field.

The SDK repository is also available for DISS6 SEM scan controllers by point electronic.

What is GitHub?
GitHub is a developer platform for creating, managing, and sharing code, using Git for version control, bug tracking, task management, and more.

What can you expect from the SDK repository?
SDK includes detailed documentation on available calls and parameters, in HTML and PDF format, as well as the binary libraries for Windows, Linux and macOS.

Sample code in Python ranges from basic image scans to advanced pixel maps:

• Basic image scan with one detector signal
• Basic image scan with simultaneous signals
• Basic Region Of Interest (ROI) scan
• Advanced pixel map for serpentine scans
• Advanced pixel map for spiral scans

How to get access?

Users who already own a REVOLON TEM Scan Controller by point electronic, or have purchased the optional SDK package for the DISS6 SEM scan controller, should contact us at engineering@pointelectronic.de with the unit Serial Number to get free access.