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SciAps Handheld Analyzers – XRF & LIBS

SciAps develops handheld XRF and LIBS analysers for metals, recycling, mining and industry. My consulting focuses on these systems – openly and transparently.

XRF

Handheld and benchtop XRF instruments

SciAps X-5

XRF

SciAps X-5

Handheld XRF focused on precious metals: karat value in under 1 second, Au, Ag, Pt and Pd in real time – only approx. 1.35 kg.

Precious metalsGold karatGold buying
SciAps X-50

XRF

SciAps X-50

Handheld XRF for metals, mining and environmental work.

MiningAlloys
SciAps X200

XRF

SciAps X200

Versatile handheld XRF for general material analysis.

PMIRecyclingRoHS
SciAps X550

XRF

SciAps X550

Light, fast handheld XRF for high sample throughput.

PMIRecyclingRoHSMiningSoilGEOPb in Paint
SciAps PowerHouse GEO REE

XRF

SciAps PowerHouse GEO REE

High-performance XRF system for demanding tasks.

GeologyQuality control
SciAps PowerHouse PM

XRF

SciAps PowerHouse PM

First portable, battery-powered benchtop analyser for precious metals: karat value in about 1 second, Plating Alert detects coatings, approx. 8.8 kg.

Gold karatAuthenticity checksLuxury watches
SciAps PowerHouse Alloy, RoHS, CarCat, GEO

XRF

SciAps PowerHouse Alloy, RoHS, CarCat, GEO

Portable benchtop XRF for RoHS and restricted-substance testing: Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr, Br and Cl in polymers, alloys and coatings – fully shielded chamber.

RoHSREACHHalogen-free
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LIBS

Handheld LIBS instruments

SciAps Z70

LIBS

SciAps Z70

Handheld LIBS for alloy ID including light elements.

AluminiumSorting
SciAps Z901

LIBS

SciAps Z901

Handheld LIBS for metal identification and sorting.

RecyclingPMI
SciAps Z902C+

LIBS

SciAps Z902C+

Handheld LIBS focused on carbon in steel.

CarbonCEVL / H grades
SciAps Z903

LIBS

SciAps Z903

Handheld LIBS for light elements such as Li, Be and B.

LithiumBatteriesGeochemistry
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Combination

OneBox – XRF + LIBS

SciAps OneBox

XRF + LIBS

SciAps OneBox

Combined XRF and LIBS concept for the widest application range.

Heavy + light elementsCarbon + precious metals
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Automation

XRF and LIBS automation

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Automation

SciAps  

XRF and LIBS automation for industrial integration: analysers in a special housing for in-line use on conveyors or production lines, data transfer via the SciAps Remote Control API – control measurements remotely and retrieve results and spectra automatically.

In-lineProcess integrationAPI integration
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Software

SciAps Profile Builder – custom calibrations and spectral analysis

Profile Builder is the PC and tablet software for SciAps XRF and LIBS analysers. It adds powerful laboratory capabilities to the handhelds: build your own empirical calibrations, read raw spectra, transfer data and evaluate results – turning the handheld into a full benchtop instrument.

SciAps Z Carbon software – 'Testing and Results' area with test list, spectra view and emission lines

Free empirical calibrations (Opti-Cal)

Carbon line at 193 nm in the LIBS spectrum

Derive a matrix-matched calibration in minutes: enter the reference data of your standards, measure them with the analyser – Opti-Cal calculates the correction factors and applies them directly to the instrument. This corrects site-specific bias from matrix effects and lets you add your own elements such as carbon, plus custom calibrations.

Spectra readout

Raw spectrum readout of an alloy with emission lines of Au, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe and Mn

View, process and export the complete raw spectra of your measurements on a PC or tablet: inspect emission lines, evaluate spectral regions, compare multiple shots and compute averages – including chemometric pre-processing.

Data transfer

Transfer measurement data, results and spectra conveniently between the analyser and PC/tablet – and load your own calibrations or correction factors back onto the instrument. Ideal for documentation, archiving and post-processing at the desk.

Evaluation

Evaluate results in a structured way: review concentration values, assess calibration quality, compute trend lines and regression relationships, and use measurement series as the basis for your own empirical models.

Profile Builder availability depends on the device and configuration (e.g. Z-series LIBS). Please refer to current SciAps documentation for binding compatibility and feature information.

Accessories

Test stands and lab units for stationary measurements

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.

SciAps X-Series Test Station: XRF test stand with built-in interlock, fans and power supply

XRF test stand with radiation shielding

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.

Interior view of the shielded measuring chamber with sample holder
X-50/X-200X-5/X-505/X-550/X-555

Two versions for the two XRF housings: X-500 series or X-50/X-200.

Radiation shield cap with lead glass

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.

Radiation shield cap with lead-glass window of the SciAps mini test stand
X-5/X-505/X-550X-50/X-200

Important: not suitable for the X-555, as the shielding is insufficient there.

Z series: test stand for field use

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.

SciAps Z test stand for field use with a Z instrument inserted
Z901Z902Z903

Stationary benchtop operation for Z-901, Z-902 and Z-903.

Lab unit for the Z series

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.

SciAps Z test stand lab unit with a Z instrument inserted
Z-901Z-902Z-903

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.

Specifications vary by configuration. Please refer to current SciAps data sheets for binding information.

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