Single instrument combines XRF and XRD technologies

Archiv – Thermo Electron Corporation has introduced the ARL 9900, an analytical system harnessing both X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) technologies. The new device has been developed to meet increasing demand within the metals industry for high precision and reliability of chemical analysis. Thermo Electron Corporation has introduced the ARL 9900, an analytical system harnessing both X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) technologies. The new device has been developed to meet increasing demand within the metals industry for high precision and reliability of chemical analysis.
According to Thermo, combining XRF with a unique patented XRD system permits quantitative phase analysis of related compounds or minerals, in addition to rapid and precise analysis of up to 83 elements from ppm levels to 100% in various solid samples. Using this technology, a solid sample is analysed with one analytical program, and a comprehensive report of both chemical and phase analysis is generated for process and quality control in industrial applications.
The ARL 9900 can be equipped with a SmartGonio goniometer for simple, cost-effective configurations or with the universal version for more advanced, flexible analysis.