Thermo Scientific Niton XRF Analyzers Generations
Thermo Scientific, a leading manufacturer of analytical instruments, has developed several generations of Niton XRF (X ray fluorescence) analyzers. These handheld devices are used for non-destructive elemental analysis of various materials, including metals, plastics, and ceramics. Since late 1960s, XRF has evolved through 7 generations; each generation has added new capabilities
- Smaller
- Faster
- Better performance
- Easier to use
- Today, nearly all alloys can be tested with these powerful tools
Thermo Scientific Niton Analyzers – A Family Revolution
1. 1994 – Niton XL-300 Analyzer, Introduced for lead-paint analysis
2. 2002 – Niton XLt Series, First mass produced x-ray tube-based handheld XRF analyzer
3. 2007 – Niton XL3 Series, Integrated tilting color touch-screen display; customizable menus; optional camera & small spot
4. 2008 – Niton XL3t GOLDD Series, Up to 10X faster testing times than conventional technologies; up to 3X more precise; light element
detection (Mg-S)
5. 2009 – Niton XL2 SeriesValue choice – fast, accurate, lightweight, rugged
6. 2010 – Niton XL2 GOLDD, Niton XL3t GOLDD+, Exceptional accuracy, precision & ease of use; superior light element detection (Mg-S)
7. 2011 – Niton FXL Field X-ray Lab, Compact, portable unit with our highest performance, lowest LODs; operate virtually anywhere on site
Why Portable XRF? Increasingly the lab is moving to the field
- Deliver traditional laboratory testing
- Palm of the operator
- Low cost and reliable
- Minimal sample preparation
- Purpose built for harsh environments
- Real time results
- Improves decision making & productivity
- Saves time & money
- Eliminate delays associated with analytical turnaround time
- Measure more samples – statistical improvements
- Compliance with regulations
- Reduce risk of recalls and civil penalties
- 30,000 analyzers used Worldwide