# Clemex

> Image analysis software and microscopy solutions for labs and manufacturers. Automate microstructure analysis with accurate, repeatable results.

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## Overview
- [Automated Image Analysis Software for Microscopy & Quality Control | Clemex](/)
- [Microscopy Image Analysis Software](/software)
- [Microscopy Systems & Hardware](/systems)
- [Services & Support](/services)
- [Applications](/applications)
- [Products & Systems Catalog](/products)
- [Microscopy Accessories](/accessories)
- [About Clemex](/about)

## Microscopy Image Analysis Software
- [Automated Hardness Testing | CMT](/software/automated-hardness-testing-cmt): Clemex CMT automates micro hardness testing for Vickers, Knoop and Brinell methods, delivering fast, accurate and rep…
- [Captiva: Microscope Image Acquisition Software](/software/captiva): Clemex Captiva is microscope image acquisition software for reliable image capture, microscope control and intuitive…
- [Inclusion Rating | CIR](/software/inclusion-rating-cir): Automate non-metallic inclusion rating in steel in under 3 minutes. Clemex CIR complies with ISO 4967, ASTM E45, DIN…
- [Studio](/software/studio): Clemex Studio is an intuitive platform for training image segmentation models, specialized for microscopy, no AI expe…
- [Vision](/software/vision): Clemex Vision is an integrated materialographic image analysis platform delivering ASTM and ISO compliant results, ve…

## Microscopy Systems & Hardware
- [Accessories for microscopy](/systems/accessories): Enhance your microscopy workflows with Clemex accessories for imaging, automation, and sample handling in advanced la…
- [Hardness Testers](/systems/hardness-testers): Clemex hardness testers automate Vickers, Knoop and Brinell measurement with CMT software for fast, accurate results…
- [Microscopes](/systems/microscopes): Nikon and Leica microscopes for metallography, materials science and quality control, complete systems integrated wit…
- [Märzhäuser Microscope Accessories](/systems/microscope-stages): Discover Clemex motorized microscope stages for precise, automated sample positioning and high-throughput imaging in…
- [Powder Disperser for Particle Size Analysis](/systems/powder-disperser): The Clemex Powder Disperser unclusters free-flowing powders onto glass slides for accurate, repeatable particle size…

## Services & Support
- [ClemexCare Plan](/services/clemex-care): ClemexCare provides technical support, software updates and application coaching to keep your Clemex image analysis s…
- [Customization](/services/customization): Our custom solutions are built by experts who understand your industry, delivering tailored software and hardware ali…
- [Routine creation](/services/routine-creation): Create and automate image analysis routines with Clemex. Streamline workflows, improve consistency, and ensure accura…

## Applications
- [ASTM E1268 banding analysis](/applications/astm-e1268-banding-analysis): Automated banding and orientation analysis per ASTM E1268, area percentage, anisotropy, degree of orientation, mean s…
- [Applications Catalog](/applications/catalog): Browse all Clemex image analysis applications, filter by industry, analysis type or measurement standard to find the…
- [Applications by Analysis](/applications/by-analysis): Browse Clemex image analysis applications by analysis type, grain size, layer thickness, phase analysis, particle siz…
- [Applications by Industry](/applications/by-industry): Explore Clemex image analysis applications by industry. From metals and automotive to aerospace, electronics, pharmac…
- [Automotive Materials Testing & Image Analysis](/applications/automotive): Automotive materials testing with Clemex image analysis: ISO 16232 cleanliness, case depth and microhardness, nodular…
- [Ceramic Balls Morphology](/applications/ceramic-microsphere-analysis): Analyze ceramic microspheres and balls with Clemex image analysis for precise size distribution, morphology character…
- [Cleanliness analysis as per ISO 4406 & 4407](/applications/cleanliness-analysis-as-per-iso-44064407): Hydraulic fluid cleanliness analysis per ISO 4406 and ISO 4407 with Clemex image analysis: automated particle countin…
- [Coating Thickness Analysis](/applications/layer-thickness): Automated coating thickness analysis for single and multilayer systems: per-layer thickness distribution, porosity, a…
- [Dendrite arm spacing](/applications/dendritic-arm-spacing): Measure dendrite arm spacing in cast metallic alloys with Clemex Vision, manual, semi-automatic (DAS) and fully autom…
- [Depth of Decarburization of Steel](/applications/depth-of-decarburization-of-steel-as-per-astm-e1077): Automated depth of decarburization measurement per ASTM E1077, detect the free-ferrite and partial decarburization la…
- [Grain size analysis](/applications/grain-cell-size): Automated grain size analysis software for metallography. Measure grain size per ASTM E112, E930 and E1382 with repro…
- [Grain size analysis in aluminum alloy](/applications/grain-size-characterization-in-aluminum-alloys): Characterize grain size in anodized aluminum alloys under polarized light per ASTM E112 with Clemex image analysis fo…
- [Grain size analysis in copper](/applications/grain-size-analysis-2): Measure grain size in copper alloys with twinned grains using Clemex image analysis for accurate metallography and mi…
- [Grain size analysis in steel](/applications/grain-size-analysis-in-steel): Measure grain size in steel microstructures per ASTM E112 with Clemex image analysis for fast, reproducible metallogr…
- [Grain size analysis in titanium](/applications/grain-size-characterization-of-titanium): Characterize grain size in electropolished titanium per ASTM E112 with Clemex image analysis for accurate, reproducib…
- [Grain size characterization of aluminum alloys](/applications/grain-size-characterization-of-aluminum-alloys): Measure grain size distribution in anodized aluminum alloys per ASTM E112 with Clemex image analysis for reproducible…
- [Grain size in austenitic steel](/applications/grain-size-in-austenitic-steel): Measure grain size in austenitic stainless steel per ASTM E112 with machine-learning image analysis for reliable one-…
- [Grain size in ferritic steel](/applications/grain-size-in-ferritic-stainless-steel): Measure grain size in ferritic stainless steel per ASTM E112 with Clemex image analysis for accurate, reproducible me…
- [Grain size in martensitic steel](/applications/grain-size-in-martensitic-steel-2): Measure grain size in martensitic steel per ASTM E112 with machine-learning image analysis for reproducible one-step…
- [Grain size in medium-carbon steel](/applications/grain-size-in-medium-carbon-steel): Measure grain size in medium-carbon pearlitic-ferritic steel per ASTM E112 with machine-learning image analysis for r…
- [Grain size in stainless steel](/applications/grain-size-in-stainless-steel): Measure grain size in stainless steel per ASTM E112 with Clemex image analysis for fast, reproducible metallographic…
- [Graphite in Iron Castings](/applications/graphite-in-iron-castings): Classify graphite morphology, measure nodularity, and quantify ferrite, pearlite, and carbides in ductile and gray ca…
- [Hydrides orientation on zirconium alloy](/applications/hydrides-orientation-on-zirconium-alloy): Measure hydride orientation in zirconium alloys with Clemex image analysis for accurate microstructure characterizati…
- [IEST-STD-CC1246E Cleanliness Evaluation](/applications/cleanliness-evaluation-as-per-iest-std-cc1246e): Automated surface and fluid cleanliness evaluation per IEST-STD-CC1246E with Clemex image analysis: particle count, s…
- [Image Analysis Software for Research & Universities](/applications/academia): Image analysis software for academic research and teaching in materials science. Support microscopy, metallography an…
- [Image Analysis for Aerospace Materials Testing](/applications/aerospace): Aerospace materials testing with Clemex image analysis: cleanliness, microhardness and coating measurement for turbin…
- [Image Analysis for Electronics](/applications/electronics): Analyze electronic materials and semiconductor wafers with Clemex image analysis for defect detection, surface inspec…
- [Image Analysis for Metallography & Metals | Clemex](/applications/metals): Analyze metal microstructure with Clemex image analysis for grain size, porosity, inclusions, nodularity and phase ar…
- [Inclusion Rating in Steel](/applications/inclusion-rating-analysis): Detect, classify, and rate non-metallic inclusions (sulfide, alumina, silicate, globular) in steel per ASTM E45 Metho…
- [Microhardness (Brinell)](/applications/microhardness-brinell): Automate Brinell hardness measurement with Clemex image analysis: accurate indentation detection, diameter measuremen…
- [Microhardness (Knoop)](/applications/microhardness-knoop): Automate Knoop microhardness measurement per ASTM E384 with Clemex image analysis for precise indentation detection a…
- [Microhardness and delta ferrite (Vickers)](/applications/hardness-testing-delta-ferrite): Measure Vickers microhardness per ASTM E384 and delta-ferrite variation across welds with Clemex image analysis for a…
- [Morphology characterization of cotton fibers](/applications/morphology-characterization-of-cotton-fibers): Characterize cotton fiber morphology and sphericity distribution with Clemex image analysis for accurate fiber shape…
- [Particle Size Analysis Module](/applications/particle-sizing): AI-powered particle size and shape analysis with Clemex: deep learning segmentation that detects, separates, and meas…
- [Pharmaceutical Particle Analysis & Image Analysis](/applications/pharmaceutical): Automated image analysis for pharma and medical labs: USP 788/789 particle count, particle size and shape, plus 21 CF…
- [Phase Analysis](/applications/phase-analysis): Automated phase analysis software that measures and reports every phase in a microstructure, area fraction, feature c…
- [Porosity Analysis](/applications/porosity-analysis-4): Automated porosity analysis software that detects, measures, and reports every pore, area, area percent, sphericity,…
- [Sphere characterization](/applications/sphere-characterization): Characterize spheres from SEM images with Clemex image analysis for accurate size, shape and morphology measurement a…
- [Surface Roughness (ASME B46.1)](/applications/surface-roughness-asme-b46-1): Measure surface roughness per ASME B46.1 with Clemex Vision, Ra, Rq, Rt, Rp, Rv from a single line profile, one or tw…
- [Technical Cleanliness](/applications/technical-cleanliness): Automate technical cleanliness analysis to ISO 16232, ISO 4406/4407, IEST-STD-CC1246E and USP 788/789: particle detec…
- [Technical Cleanliness of Automotive Components as per ISO 16232](/applications/cleanliness-analysis-as-per-iso-16232): Automated ISO 16232 technical cleanliness analysis of automotive components with Clemex: particle count, sizing, meta…
- [USP 788 / USP 789 Particulate Matter Analysis](/applications/particulate-count): Automated USP 788 (injections) and USP 789 (ophthalmic) particulate matter analysis on membrane filters: particle cou…
- [Volume Fraction (ASTM E562)](/applications/volume-fraction-astm-e562): Measure volume fraction per ASTM E562 with Clemex Vision, an automated point count with square or radial test grids a…
- [Welding analysis](/applications/soldering-analysis-2): Measure fillet weld angle and length with Clemex image analysis for accurate weld geometry characterization and quali…

## Products & Systems Catalog
- [Basic series](/products/basic-series): The Basic Series motorized microscope stage provides reliable, automated XY positioning for optical microscopy and ro…
- [Clemex CMT-LC Micro Dual](/products/clemex-cmt-lc-micro-dual): The Clemex CMT-LC Micro Dual is a load-cell hardness tester with motorized turret, dual indenters and automated loadi…
- [Clemex MACRO S](/products/clemex-macro-s): The Clemex MACRO S is an automated macro hardness tester for higher-load Vickers, Brinell and Rockwell testing in met…
- [Clemex MICRO D type M](/products/clemex-micro): The Clemex MICRO D type M is an automated micro hardness tester for precise Vickers and Knoop testing in metallograph…
- [Clemex MICRO D type S](/products/clemex-micro-d-type-s): The Clemex MICRO D type S is an automated micro hardness tester for precise Vickers and Knoop testing in metallograph…
- [Clemex MMT-X7 Single or Dual](/products/clemex-cmt-lc): The Clemex MMT-X7 is an automated micro hardness tester for Vickers and Knoop testing, available in single or dual co…
- [Eco series](/products/eco-series): The ECO Series motorized microscope stage delivers precise, repeatable XY sample positioning for automated microscopy…
- [Ek-mr–series](/products/ek-mrseries): The EK-MR Series manual measuring stage provides accurate XY travel with measurement readout for optical microscopy a…
- [Ek-series](/products/ek-series): The EK Series manual microscope stage delivers smooth, precise XY sample positioning for optical microscopy and metal…
- [MT mot-Series](/products/mt-mot-series): The MT mot Series motorized measuring stage delivers automated, precise XY positioning and measurement for optical mi…
- [Manual micromanipulators](/products/manual-micromanipulators): Manual micromanipulators for precise, fine positioning of probes and samples under the microscope in research, electr…
- [Mfd-2 series](/products/mfd-2-series): The MFD-2 Series motorized focus drive automates precise Z-axis focusing for optical microscopy, enabling repeatable…
- [Motorized micromanipulators](/products/motorized-micromanipulators): Motorized micromanipulators for automated, precise positioning of probes and samples under the microscope in research…
- [Mt-mr-series](/products/mt-mr-series): The MT-MR Series manual measuring stage provides precise XY travel with measurement readout for optical microscopy an…
- [Mt-series](/products/mt-series): The MT Series manual measuring stage offers precise XY travel with measurement readout for optical microscopy and met…
- [Mtm-mr-series](/products/mtm-mr-series): The MTM-MR Series manual measuring stage offers precise XY travel with measurement readout for optical microscopy and…
- [Piezo z-stage](/products/piezo-z-stage): The Piezo Z-Stage delivers ultra-fine, high-speed Z-axis focusing for optical microscopy, enabling precise depth cont…
- [Rotating stages](/products/rotating-stages): Rotating microscope stages for precise angular sample positioning in optical microscopy, polarized light analysis and…
- [SCAN IM](/products/scanplus-series): The SCAN IM motorized microscope stage offers a large 120x80 mm travel range for automated, high-throughput sample sc…
- [Scan series](/products/scan-series): The Scan Series motorized microscope stage enables fast, accurate automated XY positioning for high-throughput micros…
- [Tango desktop](/products/tango-desktop): The TANGO Desktop is a microscope stage controller for precise, automated control of motorized XY stages and focus dr…
- [Tango pci-s](/products/tango-pci-s): The TANGO PCI-S is a card-based microscope stage controller for precise, automated control of motorized stages and fo…

## Microscopy Accessories
- [Stage Accessories & Sample Holders](/accessories/sample-holders): Ensure stable and precise sample positioning with Clemex sample holders for reliable and reproducible microscopy anal…

## About Clemex
- [Careers at Clemex](/about/careers): Explore career opportunities at Clemex Technologies Inc. Join a team driven by innovation, precision, and growth in a…
- [Our History](/about/history): Discover the history of Clemex, a pioneer in microscopy image analysis since 1990, developing innovative software and…
- [Our Mission](/about/our-mission): Clemex simplifies complex microscopy and image analysis workflows with innovative software, integrated systems and ex…
- [Release Notes | Software Updates & Improvements](/about/release-notes): Explore the latest Clemex software release notes, including updates, new features, performance improvements, and bug…

## News and Articles
- [Grain Size Analysis: A Universal Automated Method for ASTM E112](/insights/grain-cell-size-analysis): Learn how Clemex's AI-powered universal grain size method handles twins, under-etching, and complex microstructures,…
- [AI vs. Traditional Grain Size Analysis: Transform Your Results](/insights/ai-vs-traditional-grain-size-analysis): Stop relying on inaccurate legacy methods. Learn how AI transforms grain size analysis and ensures materials meet str…
- [Poly-Med’s Breakthrough in Medical-Grade Scaffolds](/insights/poly-meds-breakthrough-in-medical-grade-scaffolds): Discover how Poly-Med partnered with Clemex Technologies to revolutionize tissue engineering via machine learning and…
- [Collaboration with Agnico Eagle](/insights/collaboration-with-agnico-eagle): Automated optical microscopy helps Agnico Eagle identify nickel-cobalt and graphite carbon for daily operational deci…
- [Image analysis using Clemex Studio's artificial intelligence](/insights/image-analysis-using-clemex-studio): Recent advances in artificial intelligence have given the possibility for image analysis to be simplified. Learn how…
- [Clemex Studio for Metallography Applications: Grain Size](/insights/clemex-studio-for-metallography-applications-grain-size): Increase image analysis efficiency with Clemex Studio. Use machine learning and web-based annotation tools to simplif…
- [Image analysis for microscopy made simple with machine learning](/insights/image-analysis-microscopy-simple-machine-learning): Automate your QA lab without the complexity. See how machine learning simplifies phase extraction and workflow automa…
- [Microstructural Fineness in Aluminum Castings](/insights/aluminum-microstructural-fineness): Explore the role of Clemex software in validating the Universal MLDS formula for secondary dendrite arm spacing in al…
- [Grain Size Module for Martensitic Structures](/insights/grain-size-module-martensitic-structures): Clemex Vision's Grain Size Application Package now includes a machine learning algorithm for martensitic structures,…
- [Driving Machine Learning Innovation](/insights/machine-learning-algorithm-for-martensitic-structures): Learn how our latest machine learning algorithm automates the identification of complex martensitic structures at hig…
- [Q&A: Grain Size Webinar](/insights/qa-martensitic-grain-size-webinar): See our expert answers to critical questions from our ASTM International webinar on grain size standards and analysis…
- [Choosing the Best Hardness Tester for Your Application](/insights/choosing-best-hardness-testers): Don't let the wrong equipment compromise your materials data. This guide breaks down how to select a hardness tester…
- [Image Analysis Systems from Clemex - manual vs. automated](/insights/image-analysis-systems): Manual microscopy in quality control (QC) saps resources. Learn how automated image analysis systems streamline workf…
- [4 Methods of Hardness Testing](/insights/methods-hardness-testing): Hardness testing is more than a scratch test. See how the Rockwell, Brinell, Knoop and Vickers methods differ in load…
- [Latest Clemex Webinars](/insights/latest-clemex-webinars): Watch Clemex webinars hosted by ASM International covering grain size analysis, coatings measurement, and nodular/gre…
- [Design-Based Stereology and Binary Image Histomorphometry in Nerve Assessment](/insights/stereology-and-binary-image-histomorphometry-in-nerve-assessment): Comparing design-based stereology with semi-automated binary image histomorphometry for quantifying healthy periphera…
- [Custom Image Analysis & 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance](/insights/custom-image-analysis-21-cfr): How custom image analysis supports 21 CFR Part 11 compliance in pharmaceutical QA/QC, data integrity, audit trails an…
- [What is Knoop Microhardness Testing?](/insights/what-knoop-microhardness-testing): An introduction to Knoop microhardness testing, how the elongated-pyramid indenter works and where it is used for bri…
- [Calibrating Your Microscopy Systems: How & Why?](/insights/calibrating-microscopy-systems-how-why): Why and how to calibrate your microscopy system with a fully traceable stage micrometer to keep measurements accurate…
- [What is a Microhardness Tester?](/insights/what-microhardness-tester): A brief look at the working principles of microhardness testers, with a focus on automated indentation systems for ma…
- [Recorded Webinar: Automated Steel Inclusion Rating](/insights/inclusion-rating-webinar): Recorded webinar on automated steel inclusion rating for the ISO 4967 and ASTM E45 test methods, presented by Raymond…
- [Automated analysis of laser grooves on wafers](/insights/laser-grooving): How Clemex Vision automates microscope inspection of laser grooves on silicon wafers, improving die-separation qualit…
- [Automated sulfides quantification by multispectral optical microscopy](/insights/automated-sulfides-quantification-by-multispectral-optical-microscopy): A study on identifying and quantifying six common sulfide minerals on a polished section using multispectral optical…
- [Evaluating Grain Size Refinement of Aluminum in the Aerospace Industry](/insights/evaluating-grain-size-refinement-in-aluminum): How grain refinement improves the strength and ductility of aerospace aluminum alloys, and how automated image analys…