Niton™ XL5 Analyzer
The Thermo Scientific™ Niton™ XL5 handheld XRF analyzer identifies alloys, detects tramp elements, delivers geochemical data, analyzes precious metals, and determines coating weight and plating thickness. Powered by a proprietary 5W x-ray tube, the Niton XL5 analyzer optimizes the geometry between the x-ray source, fluorescence detector and sample. Replaces the 950 Goldd.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| Niton™ XL5 Analyzer |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Elemental Analysis; |
| Detection Method |
| X-ray Fluorescence; |
| Application |
| Screening;Forensics;Bulk Analysis; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Thermo Scientific™ Niton™ XL5 handheld XRF analyzer identifies alloys, detects tramp elements, delivers geochemical data, analyzes precious metals, and determines coating weight and plating thickness. Powered by a proprietary 5W x-ray tube, the Niton XL5 analyzer optimizes the geometry between the x-ray source, fluorescence detector and sample. Replaces the 950 Goldd. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2017 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent; Hands-on experience |
| Dimensions |
| 9.54 x 8.19 x 2.67 in (242.56 x 208.17 x 67.9 mm)
|
| Weight |
| <5 Lbs.; 2.8 Lbs. (1.3 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; Dust |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Sample cups |
| Available Accessories |
| 3mm small-spot collimation, test stand, belt holster |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| PC, software |
| Communications Interface |
| Wi-Fi, USB, Bluetooth
|
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $60,000.00 |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Elemental analysis |
| Number of Library Entries |
| > 30 elements |
| Adaptability |
| No; Cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| %; ppm |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| none |
| False Positive Rates |
| <1% False Positive Rate |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| <10 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| < 2 minutes |
| Software Control |
| On-board, PC |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| This device is subject to export controls including those of the Export Administration Regulations of the U.S. Department of Commerce, which may restrict or require licenses for the export of product from the United States and their re-export to and from other countries. |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium ion battery restrictions |
