The NITON{reg_sign} XL-800 Series Multi-Element Spectrum Analyzer (Alloy Analyzer). Innovative Technology Summary Report
The NITON{reg_sign} 800 series analyzer is a hand-held, battery operated unit that measures 8-in x 3-in x 2-in and weighs 2.5 pounds. The analyzer uses x-ray fluorescence spectrum analysis to identify and quantify elements in metal and then compares the readings to a built-in library to determine a metal's alloy. The library contains 300 elements and alloys, and can be customized to identify other elements and alloys (depending on the sources in the instrument). The basic unit utilizes a Cadmium-109 source, but each analyzer unit can hold up to two sources. These sources include Iron-55 and Americium-241. Pushing a safety button located on the side of the unit and placing it against a surface opens the shutter window. Within seconds the unit beeps, and displays the results. The analyzer stores up to 1,000 data sets, including sample identification codes using a barcode reader. The data is easily downloaded to a conventional computer when sampling has been completed. Batteries are good for 8-hrs and charge in less than 2 hours and it can be carried, shipped, or transported without exterior labeling, conforming to 49 CFR 143.421.
- Research Organization:
- Idaho National Lab. (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Science and Technology (OST) (EM-50) (US)
- OSTI ID:
- 769190
- Report Number(s):
- DOE/EM-0530; OST/TMS ID 2397; OST/TMS ID 2397; TRN: US200210%%157
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 1 Apr 2000; PBD: 1 Apr 2000
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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