Vulcan
The Vulcan is a rugged, handheld Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) tool used for elemental analysis. The Vulcan can identify common alloys such as aluminum, magnesium, titanium, cobalt, chromium, nickel, and copper, as well as stainless steel, tool steels, low alloy steels and more. Two models: Smart and Expert. The Expert contains a built-in camera and identifies Co, Cu, Pb, Sn, Ti, and Zn alloys. Formerly sold by Oxford Instruments.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science |
| Product Name |
| Vulcan |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Elemental Analysis; |
| Detection Method |
| Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy; |
| Application |
| Screening; |
| Product Model Number |
| 630-086 Vulcan |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Vulcan is a rugged, handheld Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) tool used for elemental analysis. The Vulcan can identify common alloys such as aluminum, magnesium, titanium, cobalt, chromium, nickel, and copper, as well as stainless steel, tool steels, low alloy steels and more. Two models: Smart and Expert. The Expert contains a built-in camera and identifies Co, Cu, Pb, Sn, Ti, and Zn alloys. Formerly sold by Oxford Instruments. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| ~ 12 x 6 x 3 in (30.5 x 15 x 7.6 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; 8 hours |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; Vibration/Shock; IP54, Measurement window is sapphire glass, meaning no punctured detectors and no expensive repairs. MIL-STD-810G military grade standard for ruggedness. |
| Operating Conditions |
| 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Annually by vendor |
| Communications Interface |
| Wi-Fi, USB |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $13,000.00 |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Elemental analysis; Aluminium (Al), titanium (Ti), cobalt (Co), copper (Cu), lead (Pb), magnesium (Mg), nickel (Ni) and tin (Sn) • Stainless steels, tool steels, low alloy steels
• Pure element identification for Ag, Au, Bi, Cd, Cr, Ge, Hf, In, Mn, Mo, Nb, Pd, Sb, Si, Ta, V, W, Y and Zr |
| Number of Library Entries |
| 1,500 grades of alloys |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| %; 0.02 to 0.2 % |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| < 1 minute |
| Software Control |
| On-board |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| 1 year instrument, 3 month battery |
| Data File Type Format |
| CSV, PDF |
