OES provides a rapid chemical analysis of metallic materials, including the elements C, S, N and O. It allows carbon alloy steels to be clearly identified. The analysis is not entirely non-destructive, as an electric arc is generated under argon shielding gas which vaporises the material, leaving a burn mark approximately 10 µm deep and 5 mm in diameter.
The ED-XRF can be used to measure metallic materials both in the laboratory and on site. The analysis is non-destructive, which means that the surface of the material is not damaged.
The WD-XRF provides accurate, non-destructive analysis of metallic and non-metallic materials. All materials such as metals, ceramics, glass or cements can be analysed in solid or powder form. The high sensitivity and low detection limits allow the analysis of heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and mercury in compliance with RoHS directives.