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Photocopier toner particles, SEM
Toner powder, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Toner is used to produce the image in photocopiers and laser printers. The particles comprise carbon blended with a polymer, which melts on heating, binding it to the paper. Magnification: x2100 when printed 10cm high
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Media ID 6402223
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Brown Common Item Familiar Object Fine Items Objects Particle Particles Powder False Coloured Photocopier Xerox
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of photocopier toner particles, captured using a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The fine, coloured powder seen here represents the fundamental component used to produce images in both photocopiers and laser printers. Through a process called xerography, these particles are blended with carbon and polymer, creating a unique blend that melts upon heating and binds itself to paper. Magnified 2100 times when printed at 10cm high, this false-coloured SEM image reveals the mesmerizing details within each tiny particle. The multiple shades of brown highlight the technological complexity behind such a common item we encounter daily. By exploring objects on a microscopic level, science allows us to appreciate the hidden intricacies present in even the most familiar objects. While this photograph is not intended for commercial use or associated with any specific company like Xerox, it serves as a reminder of how technology has revolutionized our ability to reproduce documents efficiently. From mundane office tasks to creative endeavors, photocopiers have become an indispensable tool in our modern world. Science Photo Library continues its mission of capturing scientific wonders through stunning visuals like this one. This particular image invites viewers into an unseen realm where particles come alive under careful examination—a testament to both scientific curiosity and artistic appreciation for the marvels found within everyday items.
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