Description
SciAps X-200: The Versatile Workhorse
The SciAps X-200 is designed as the “workhorse” of the industry, offering a perfect balance between high-end analytical performance and cost-effectiveness. While it is housed in a slightly larger frame than the X-500 series, it utilizes the same sophisticated Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) technology found in elite models.
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Speed and Precision: It delivers results comparable to flagship analyzers from other brands, identifying most alloy families in just 1–2 seconds.
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Aluminum Specialist: Unlike many entry-level units, the X-200 excels at sorting difficult aluminum grades (such as 3003 vs. 3004) by accurately measuring Magnesium and Silicon.
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Adaptability: Beyond scrap and NDT, it is fully equipped for geochemical exploration, soil remediation, and RoHS compliance, making it a flexible asset for multi-departmental use.
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Durability: Features a redesigned heat-sinking system that allows for continuous operation in ambient temperatures up to 130°F without the risk of thermal drift or shutdown.
Specifications
Here are the technical specifications for the SciAps X-200, X-550, and X-555 handheld XRF analyzers in point form.
SciAps X-200 Specifications
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Weight: 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) including the battery.
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Dimensions: 9.38 x 11.15 x 3.34 inches.
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Excitation Source: 5 W X-ray tube.
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Detector: 20 mm² Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) with <140 eV resolution FWHM at 5.95 Mn K-alpha line.
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Detector Rate: 125k cps, > 90% live time.
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Pulse Processor: 14-bit ADC with 80 MSPS digitization rate; 8K channel MCA; FPGA-based digital filtering.
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Processing Electronics: 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core; 2 GB LPDDR3 RAM; 16 GB eMMC storage.
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Display: 3.5-inch color capacitive touchscreen with 400 MHz Qualcomm Adreno 306 graphics.
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Power: Rechargeable Li-ion battery with 60-second hot-swap capability.
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Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and GPS-capable.
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Filtering: 6-position automated filter wheel.
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Environmental: 10°F to 130°F (-12°C to 54°C) at a 25% duty cycle.
SciAps X-550 Specifications
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Weight: 2.98 lbs (1.35 kg) including the battery.
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Dimensions: 8.5 x 9.5 x 2.4 inches.
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Excitation Source: 5 W X-ray tube.
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Typical: 40 kV, 200 µA Rh anode and 10 kV, 500 µA for alloys.
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Other Apps: 50 kV, 200 µA Au anode.
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Detector: 20 mm² Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) with <140 eV resolution FWHM.
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Pulse Processor: 12-bit or 14-bit (configuration dependent) with 80 MSPS digitization; 8K channel MCA.
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Processing Electronics: 1.2 GHz quad ARM Cortex-A53; 2 GB LP-DDR3 RAM; 16 GB eMMC storage.
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Display: 2.7-inch color capacitive touchscreen (rear-facing).
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Power: Rechargeable Li-ion battery with 60-second hot-swap capability.
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Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and GPS-capable.
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Filtering: 6-position automated filter wheel.
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Environmental: 10°F to 130°F (-12°C to 54°C) at a 25% duty cycle.
SciAps X-555 Specifications
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Weight: 2.98 lbs (1.35 kg) including the battery.
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Dimensions: 8.5 x 9.5 x 2.4 inches.
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Excitation Source: 5 W X-ray tube; Max 55 kV, 200 µA with Gold (Au) anode.
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Detector: 50 mm² Large Area Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) with <140 eV resolution FWHM.
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Pulse Processor: 12-bit with 80 MSPS digitization rate; 8K channel MCA.
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Processing Electronics: 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core; 2 GB LPDDR3 RAM; 16 GB eMMC storage.
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Display: 2.7-inch high-brightness color capacitive touchscreen (rear-facing).
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Power: Rechargeable Li-ion battery with 60-second hot-swap capability.
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Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and GPS-capable.
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Filtering: 6-position automated filter wheel.
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Environmental: 10°F to 130°F (-12°C to 54°C) at a 25% duty cycle.