Benchtop wavelength dispersive sequential X-ray spectrometers
The Woodlands, TX — November 2005. Industry experts have come to expect superior performance from Rigaku wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometers. Rigaku currently offers three benchtop WDXRF spectrometers: the Primini, the single-element Analyzers, and the ZSXmini II. All represent a new paradigm of providing outsized performance in small packages.
Primini The new Primini benchtop spectrometer represents the next stage in the evolution of Rigaku's line of WDXRF instrumentation. Using just three crystals, the Primini is capable of analysis from F9 to U92 in a vacuum atmosphere. Since it is a WDXRF system, the Primini does not have the resolution problems typically associated with EDXRF instruments, nor does it suffer from a lack of light element sensitivity.
Single-element Analyzers The Mini-Z series of benchtop WDXRF analyzers are designed for analyzing specific element(s). Since the optics are configured to a particular element(s), this series allows for high precision and ease of analysis. The Sulfur Analyzer, configured for analysis of S in fuel oil, gasoline, diesel, etc., meets the 15 ppm EPA regulation, and has a LLD (lower limit of detection) of 0.3 ppm. This instrument can also be configured as a Si or Al Analyzer (e.g., for coated Si or Al on paper or plastic), a Ni Analyzer, (e.g., for Ni coating of plating) or a Zr Analyzer (e.g., for Zr coating).
ZSXmini II The ZSXmini II is an affordable, full range, easy-to-use, air-cooled, benchtop WDXRF spectrometer. A perfect choice for mobile laboratories, research or teaching applications, this low-cost instrument is capable of performing quantitative analysis under vacuum or helium without standards using the included advanced fundamental parameters software.
Rigaku—Leading With Innovation
Since its inception in Japan in 1951, Rigaku has been at the forefront of analytical and industrial instrumentation technology. Rigaku and its subsidiaries form a global group focused on life sciences and general purpose analytical instrumentation. With hundreds of major innovations to their credit, Rigaku companies are world leaders in the fields of small molecule and protein crystallography, X-ray spectrometry and diffraction, X-ray optics, as well as semiconductor metrology. Rigaku employs over 1,100 people in the manufacture and support of its analytical equipment. Its products are in use in more than 70 countries—supporting research, development, and quality assurance activities. Throughout the world, Rigaku continuously promotes partnerships, dialog, and innovation within the global scientific and industrial community.
For further information, contact:
Tom McNulty
XRF Product
Manager
Rigaku Americas, Inc.
(281) 362-2300
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