For fast measurement of pole-tip recession, Veeco Metrology Groups Wyko HD3500 optical profiler uses a 100-×

For fast measurement of pole-tip recession, Veeco Metrology Group`s Wyko HD3500 optical profiler uses a 100-× Linnick objective, computer-controlled stages, and advanced analysis software. The HD3500 also characterizes such hard-to-measure slider features as DLC delamination.