Description

SciAps X-550 Handheld XRF Analyzer

The SciAps X-550 Handheld XRF Analyzer sets a new standard for performance in handheld XRF technology. Weighing just 2.98 lbs. (1.3 kg) including the battery, it is the lightest, fastest, and most versatile XRF analyzer available. Combining compact size, exceptional speed, and high precision, it delivers the advanced capabilities of the SciAps X Series in a perfectly balanced device. This analyzer excels in all alloy types, including aluminum, and features the industry’s most powerful X-ray tube for applications in NDT and recycled material analysis.

SciAps X-550 Handheld XRF Analyzer Key Features

• Weight: 2.8 lbs. with battery
• Dimensions: 7.25” x 10.5” x 4.5”
• X-ray Tube: 40 kV, 200 uA Rh anode; 50 kV, 200 uA Au anode for specialized applications
• Detector: 20 mm² silicon drift detector with 140 eV resolution
• Display: 2.7-inch color capacitive touchscreen
• Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth, USB
• Battery: On-board rechargeable Li-ion with hot-swap capability

SciAps X-550 Handheld XRF Analyzer Applications

1. NDT and PMI

The X-550 delivers fast Positive Material Identification (PMI) for most alloys in under 1 second, providing high precision. For more complex applications, the analyzer includes dedicated Android-based apps such as:

• Residuals Analysis (API 751): Ensures accurate testing with default 15-second test times for Ni, Cr, Cu, Nb, and V.
• Sulfidic Corrosion (API 939): Optimized for measuring low Si in steels, down to 0.03%, with two-beam testing.
• API 5L Testing: Pre-configured for seamless compliance.

Its lightweight and ergonomic design allows users to access hard-to-reach locations and welds, minimizing fatigue during long testing sessions.

2. Scrap Processing

The X-550 excels in sorting high-temperature alloys, stainless steels, red metals, and precious metals. Key features include:

• Aluminum App: Sort aluminum alloys in just 1-2 seconds, including those differentiated by magnesium content. Examples: 3003/3004/3005, cast 356/357, and 2014/2024.
• Phosphorus and Sulfur Detection: The high-powered X-ray tube enables fast, economical analysis of P and S in steels and copper.
• Tramp Elements: Accurately detects Cr, Ni, Cu, V, Nb, Mo, Pb, and Bi for advanced scrap processing.

3. Mining and Geochemistry

The X-550 supports exploration and ore grade control with the fastest analysis of low atomic number elements in ore and soil samples, including Mg, P, S, Al, Si, Ca, and K.

4. Environmental Soil Analysis

Equipped with apps for elemental analysis of environmental soils, the X-550 supports compliance with the EPA’s RCRA metals and priority pollutant metals regulations.

5. RoHS Compliance

The X-550 includes dedicated RoHS and Halogen-Free apps for analyzing elements like Pb, Cd, Br, total Cr, Hg, and Cl. Its powerful X-ray tube ensures faster Cl analysis compared to other devices.

Advanced Technology and Specifications

Feature	Details
Excitation Source	40 kV, 200 uA Rh anode; 50 kV, 200 uA Au anode for special applications
Detector	20 mm² silicon drift detector, 140 eV resolution
Pulse Processor	12-bit with digitization rate of 80 MSPS; 8K channel MCA for high throughput processing
Calibration	Fundamental parameters, Compton Normalization, and empirical calibrations available
Grade Library	500+ standard grades; customizable with unlimited capacity
Environmental Range	10°F to 130°F operating temperature

Why Choose the SciAps X-550?

The SciAps X-550 offers unparalleled speed, accuracy, and portability for various industries, including NDT, scrap processing, mining, and environmental analysis. With its advanced apps and high-powered X-ray tube, it sets a new benchmark for handheld XRF analyzers. Whether you’re conducting PMI, sorting alloys, or analyzing soil, the X-550 ensures precision and reliability every time.