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[May 2004]
Thermo Electron Extends Performance of XRF Spectrometer
Thermo Electron Corporation (Ecublens, Switzerland) has introduced a new version of its ARL ADVANT'X(tm) sequential XRF spectrometer. The ARL ADVANT'X+(tm) is designed to provide a cost effective solution for elemental analysis with enhanced performance and sensitivity.
The new model exploits the full potential of wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence for the analysis of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, ceramics, refractories, glass, inorganic chemicals, petrochemicals, polymers, cement, mining and environmental-related applications. Compared to its predecessor, the power of the X-ray tube has been doubled to 1200W, which further improves limits of detection and precision.
Apart from the universal gearless goniometer, the instrument can be fitted with the new compact SmartGonio(tm), described as a cost effective alternative. The analytical capabilities of the SmartGonio can be enhanced with the use of the associated OptiQuant(tm) package which provides 'standard-less' analysis for up to 73 elements when specific standards are not available, or when samples can only be obtained in small quantities or irregular shapes.
The ARL ADVANT'X+(tm) benefits from a re-engineered innovative design for increased sensitivity, allowing flexible or optimised configurations. The instrument is said to be versatile enough to handle the most challenging analyses of solids, powders and liquids by considerably simplifying the process with the latest technological developments in X-ray tubes, sample handling systems, software packages and calibration.
www.thermo.com/elemental
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