Niton™ XL2 Plus
The Niton™ XL2 Plus is a handheld XRF analyzer. It can identify pure metals and alloys, or obtain geochemical data. the Niton XL2 Plus provides operators the ability to scan a broad range of materials in one versatile analyzer. Contains a Silicon Drift Detector (SDD).
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| Niton™ XL2 Plus |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Elemental Analysis; |
| Detection Method |
| X-ray Fluorescence; |
| Application |
| Bulk Analysis;Screening;Forensics; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Niton™ XL2 Plus is a handheld XRF analyzer. It can identify pure metals and alloys, or obtain geochemical data. the Niton XL2 Plus provides operators the ability to scan a broad range of materials in one versatile analyzer. Contains a Silicon Drift Detector (SDD). |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2019 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 10 x 10.8 x 3.9 in (25.6 x 27.5 x 10 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 3.4 lbs. (1.53 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; Lithium Battery; 7.4V lithium-ion battery, or 12V DC, 3A, 36W power supply |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; IP54 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -10 to 50 °C (14 to 122°F), 0 to 80% RH non-condensing |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Sample cups |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| None |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Minimal |
| Available Accessories |
| Belt holster, safety lanyard, PC connection cables, Portable test stand, mobile test stand, field mate test stand, soil guard |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Niton Data Transfer (NDT) PC software |
| Communications Interface |
| USB, Bluetooth, RS-232 |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| Minimal |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Elemental analysis |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; user can add new targets in the field |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| %; ppm |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 10 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| < 2 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| None |
| Software Control |
| On-board, PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Elemental Rage: Mg-U, Memory Storage: 10,000 readings with spectra, CCD micro camera, 8mm spot size |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
