Applications and Blog
From material testing to batteries: typical fields for handheld XRF and LIBS.
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From real measurement tasks
Specific tasks, measurement approaches and documented results from the supplied SciAps technical documents.
XRF · Geochemistry
01In the documented silver comparison, the X555 achieved a detection limit of 1–2 ppm, compared with 6–9 ppm for the X505.
XRF · NDT · PMI
02The test provides traceable material verification directly on the component; LIBS complements XRF for carbon and L/H grades.
XRF · Automation · Core logging
03The documented GERDA workflow processes up to approximately 130 m of drill core in an eight-hour shift.
XRF · Recycling · Battery
04The combination enables rapid on-site assessment of valuable metals and complements the documented lithium PASS/FAIL test.
From real measurement tasks
Specific tasks, measurement approaches and documented results from the supplied SciAps technical documents.
LIBS · Quality · Small parts
01The document demonstrates direct separation of carbon-dependent grades such as 316L and 316H without collecting chips or sending samples to a laboratory.
LIBS · Mining · Lithium
02For many solid samples, the application note reports lithium detection limits below 5 ppm with a typical test time of less than five seconds.
LIBS · Soil · Research
03Sand showed the lowest prediction error, followed by clay, silt and organic carbon; the method has potential for spatially resolved surveys.
LIBS · Surface · Coating
04The application note demonstrates qualitative point analysis, separation of coating and substrate, and heat maps of elemental distribution.
From the technical documents
Practical examples, measurement approaches and results from the supplied SciAps application documents and the soil-analysis research paper.
Automation · Geology
01XRF, LIBS and Vis-NIR combine elemental chemistry, light elements and mineralogy in one modular workflow.
Up to approximately 130 m of core per eight-hour shift in the described GERDA workflow.
Data · Fleets
02Measurements, reports, instrument configurations and calibration models are managed centrally across locations.
Measurement data is immediately available to teams for evaluation and traceability.
Mining · Lithium
03Handheld LIBS enables direct lithium measurement in pegmatites and claystones plus analysis of important associated elements.
Detection limits below 5 ppm Li in many solid samples; typical test time below five seconds.
Soil · Research
04A study of 305 European soil samples assessed handheld LIBS for predicting organic carbon, sand, silt and clay.
In the study, sand showed the lowest prediction error, followed by clay, silt and organic carbon.
Surface · Coating
05Variable 2D grids and individually evaluated laser pulses make small areas, deposits and coatings accessible.
Measurement grids up to 3 × 3 mm and heat maps of elemental distribution.
XRF · Geochemistry
06The X555's 55 kV excitation improves detection limits for critical metals, rare earths and pathfinder elements compared with 50 kV systems.
Ag example: documented detection limit of 1–2 ppm with X555 versus 6–9 ppm with X505.
Industry · PMI
07XRF and LIBS complement each other in mobile material verification of steels, stainless, nickel and aluminium alloys.
The right technology for each target element, without unnecessary compromise in PMI.
Quality · Small parts
08Handheld LIBS tests welding wire, fasteners, thin sheet and small-diameter pipe directly on site.
Immediate on-site testing instead of collecting chips, shipping to a laboratory and waiting.
Recycling · Battery
09Z903 and XRF support recycling and manufacturing from black mass to quality control of lithium compounds.
Documented assessment: pass above 17% Li, further testing at 15–17% Li, fail below 15% Li.
The information is a concise summary of the supplied documents. Measurement performance and suitability depend on sample, surface, matrix, calibration and measurement conditions.
Accessories
SciAps accessories turn the handheld into a stationary benchtop instrument: from the shielded XRF test stand with radiation shield cap and lead glass to the lab unit for the Z series. All information from the official SciAps test stand documents.
The XRF benchtop test stand enables stationary operation with built-in interlock, active and adjustable cooling fans and power supply. The shielded measuring chamber offers 110 × 80 × 110 mm (W × H × D) of interior space for small and medium parts.
Two versions for the two XRF housings: X-500 series or X-50/X-200.
The mini test stand (tubular test stand) for small parts offers an 82 mm interior diameter and 40 mm height. The radiation shield cap with lead-glass window allows visual inspection of the sample while the measurement is running – ideal for small parts such as fasteners, wire or turnings.
Important: not suitable for the X-555, as the shielding is insufficient there.
For reproducible measurements outside the laboratory, the Z test stand holds the instrument in a stationary format – for example at the core box, sample pile or measuring table. One dedicated version per Z device.
Stationary benchtop operation for Z-901, Z-902 and Z-903.
The lab version of the test stand integrates the Z instrument firmly into a stable laboratory unit made of aluminium and steel – for permanent stationary operation in the lab, with a reproducible sample position and secure instrument mount.
TS-DE903 is also suitable for the ReveNIR.
Information from the official SciAps documents on X- and Z-series test stands. Availability and accessory scope may vary by device and configuration; please refer to current SciAps documentation for binding information.
Downloads
Application notes, data sheets and guides as PDF.
SciAps application note: how to prepare surfaces for reliable carbon measurements with the LIBS Z series.
PDF · 2 pages · 5,6 MB · EN
SciAps application note: automated drill core analysis with XRF, LIBS and NIR technology for exploration and mining.
PDF · 2 pages · 3,8 MB · EN
German brochure on the SciAps XRF instruments PowerHouse (PM/RoHS) and X-5: technology, applications and benefits.
PDF · 4 pages · 0,4 MB · DE
Brochure on SciAps Cloud: data management, fleet management and reporting for XRF and LIBS instruments.
PDF · 4 pages · 7,7 MB · EN
SciAps application note: field lithium exploration with the Z901 and Z903 handheld LIBS analysers.
PDF · 2 pages · 4,3 MB · EN
Overview brochure of the SciAps XRF X series: models, performance data and applications at a glance.
PDF · 1 pages · 1,0 MB · DE
German application note: surface and coating analysis with portable X-ray fluorescence analysers.
PDF · 2 pages · 0,5 MB · DE
German brochure: non-destructive testing and positive material identification (PMI) with SciAps handheld analysers.
PDF · 4 pages · 3,5 MB · DE
German brochure: RoHS compliance screening of electronics and plastics with handheld XRF.
PDF · 4 pages · 2,1 MB · DE
German application note: analysis of battery materials and black mass in lithium battery recycling.
PDF · 2 pages · 1,3 MB · DE
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