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X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry (XRF)

The PANalytical Magi'X Pro.
PANalytical Magi'X Pro Wavelength Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer

  • Bulk analysis of solids, powders, liquids
  • Detection limits in the part per million range for many elements
  • Semi-quantitative analysis without needing standards (using IQ+ and/or Uniquant software)
  • Quantitative analysis with matched standards for highest accuracy
  • ProTrace software for accurate trace-element analysis

Semi-automated sample preparation techniques

  • Fused bead (to produce consistent, homogeneous samples for analysis with no particle effects) using PANalytical Perl'X
  • Pellet press (to minimize sample dilution) using a Spex Automated 35-T X-Press

The PANanlytical Magi'X Pro XRF Spectrometer and sample preparation equipment were purchased in 2004 with funds from a National Science Foundation Earth Sciences grant.