Precision X-Ray Engineering

Custom X-ray diffraction & crystal orientation systems, engineered to your spec.

Alvord Systems designs, manufactures, and integrates precision X-ray diffraction, Laue crystal orientation, and industrial inspection systems — built for production lines, QA stations, and research labs that demand arc-second accuracy.

±5″
Arc-second precision
10+
Crystal materials supported
24/7
Production-line operation
100%
Custom-engineered

From single-crystal orientation to full inspection cells.

We build instrumentation for every stage of crystal production and X-ray-based quality control — from boule orientation through final QA.

X-Ray Diffraction Systems

Custom XRD platforms — Laue, powder, and high-resolution configurations — engineered around your sample geometry, throughput targets, and data-pipeline requirements.

Crystal Orientation

Laue diffraction systems for orienting quartz, sapphire, silicon, YAG, KTP, and other single-crystal materials prior to coring, slicing, or final QA — to within ±5 arc seconds.

Precision Goniometers

Multi-axis goniometer platforms with stepper or piezo drives, integrated angle encoders, and automated peak-detection software for repeatable, traceable measurements.

Industrial X-Ray Inspection

Inline and offline inspection cells for non-destructive testing, semiconductor wafer alignment, and dimensional metrology — designed for production-floor environments.

Custom Fixtures & Integration

Sample-specific fixturing, robotic loaders, environmental chambers, and integration with existing motion-control, MES, or LIMS infrastructure.

Retrofits & Upgrades

Modernize legacy diffractometers with current-generation detectors, motion control, and automated peak-detection — extending capital equipment lifecycles by a decade or more.

Built for environments where precision is non-negotiable.

Semiconductors

Optics & Photonics

Aerospace & Turbines

Materials Research

OEM Integrators

Four phases. Zero surprises.

Every system we ship goes through the same disciplined engineering process — so your team knows exactly what's happening from kickoff to install.

01 — CONSULT

Requirements & Feasibility

We assess sample geometry, throughput, environmental constraints, and integration touchpoints, then deliver a feasibility report with cost ranges.

02 — DESIGN

Mechanical & Optical

Detailed mechanical, X-ray optical, and control-system design with simulation, tolerance stackups, and a fixed-scope build proposal.

03 — BUILD

Fabrication & Test

In-house fabrication, assembly, and factory acceptance testing against your spec — with full traceability and calibration documentation.

04 — DEPLOY

Install & Support

On-site commissioning, operator training, and ongoing technical support — including spares, retrofits, and software updates.

Engineering depth, not catalog parts.

We're not reselling someone else's diffractometer. Every system is designed, machined, and integrated to fit your application — whether that's a single-station orientation cell or a fully automated inspection line.

  • Arc-second precisionRoutine alignment to ±5 arc seconds; sub-arc-second configurations on request.
  • Low-energy X-ray sourcesReduced shielding requirements and safer integration into production environments.
  • Automated & manual modesOperator-friendly UIs with automated peak detection — manual override always available.
  • End-to-end accountabilityOne team handles design, build, install, and lifetime support — no finger-pointing.

Common questions.

What types of X-ray diffraction systems do you build?
We design and manufacture custom Laue diffraction systems, single-crystal orientation systems, powder XRD configurations, and integrated X-ray inspection stations tailored to production-line or laboratory environments.
What precision can your crystal orientation systems achieve?
Our precision goniometer platforms routinely deliver alignment accuracy to within ±5 arc seconds, with custom configurations available for sub-arc-second metrology applications.
Which industries do you serve?
We serve semiconductor and wafer manufacturers, optics and photonics producers, aerospace and turbine alloy fabricators, materials science research labs, and OEM scientific instrument integrators.
Do you offer integration with existing production lines?
Yes. We specialize in custom fixtures, automated sample handling, and software integration so that X-ray inspection and crystal orientation become a seamless part of your production or QA workflow.
Can you retrofit or upgrade legacy XRD equipment?
We retrofit older diffractometers with modern detectors, motion control, and automated peak-detection software, extending the operational life of capital equipment.
What's a typical lead time on a custom system?
Lead times depend on scope — orientation cells with standard goniometers can ship in 12–16 weeks, while fully integrated inspection lines typically run 24–36 weeks from PO. We provide a firm schedule with the design proposal.

Tell us about your application.

Send the basics — sample type, throughput, integration constraints — and we'll come back within one business day with a feasibility view and ballpark.

Engineering inquiries

For sales, technical questions, retrofits, or service contracts — start here. We respond to every inquiry personally.

Emailhello@alvordsystems.com
Response timeWithin 1 business day
Service areaNorth America & international, on request

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