Equipment and facilities

X-ray fluorescence analysis (XRF) - mobile

X-ray fluorescence analysis (XRF), mobile measurement of metals using the handheld XRF

The mobile X-ray fluorescence analyser is a versatile portable XRF device for the on-site elemental analysis in different matrices. It is used in the areas of quality assurance, testing for mixed-up components, PMI, recycling, environment, archaeometry, RoHS and chemistry.

Technical Data

Instrument
Thermo-Niton XL3t-900, Analyticon Instruments GmbH, Rosbach

Matrices
Metals, plastics, mineral oil products, oxids, salt, ceramics, wood, soils, water

Sample condition
Solid, in powder form, liquid

Analytical range
~25 elements from Ti to U, optional light elements Mg, Al, Si, P and S via Helium flushing

Ways of measurement
Qualitative and (semi-)quantitative analysis of the elements

Limit of detection
Element- and matrixdependent (from ppm to %)

Further information
Normally no sample preparation necessary

Division 1.4 | Inorganic Process Analytical Technology – X-ray Fluorescence Analysis | BAM Equipment and facilities

2012-01-26

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