Five Surprising Advantages Of the Latest ED-XRF Analyzers

Sometimes a difference in degree can be so great it becomes a difference in kind. That’s what’s happened recently with energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (ED-XRF) analyzer technology. The best of the newest generation of these instruments — such as SPECTRO XEPOS spectrometers, the flagship XRF analyzers from SPECTRO Analytical Instruments — have seen numerous improvements that are redefining their class.

Enhancements include quantitative analysis functionality; wider analytical scope for more elements and lower concentration levels; higher measurement speeds and sample throughput; improved spectra handling for greater screening method accuracy; comparatively lower cost of ownership; and greater ease of use.

This quantum leap has users rethinking what’s possible with a modern ED-XRF instrument. For many applications, it matches or surpasses the performance of a more expensive wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WD-XRF) analyzer.

This paper may be of particular interest to laboratory and quality control (QC) managers. It highlights five main reasons why upgrading to next-generation ED-XRF analyzers may be their right choice to optimize performance, efficiency, and affordability.