Innov-X XRF | Soil Analysis | Soil Testing

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The Innov-X tube-based Alpha Series™ takes on-site environmental metals analysis to a new level. It features a miniature, rugged X-ray tube. The Alpha Series™ provides r eliable analysis on RCRA, Priority Pollutant metals and other elements in soils, liquids, coatings, etc. Meets EPA Method 6200 for metals in soils, NIOSH Method 7702 for lead in air filters, OSHA Methods OSS1 and OSA1 for lead in surface wipes and air filters.

Capabilities:

• RCRA and Priority Pollutant metals analysis in a wide variety of samples
• Metals in soil
• Lead-based paint
• Filter media
• Dust wipe analysis.
• CCA (Chromated Copper Arsenate) treated wood,other construction materials or debris
• Paints & coatings, hazardous waste classification, oils and liquids

The PDA Advantage

• Upgrade to new generations as available
• Use different PDAs and preserve personal settings
• Wireless data transfer – ideal for remote sites.
• Easily transfer data or download software and upgrades.

Basic Specifications

Weight:

2.625 lbs. (base wt.) 3.375 lbs (1.6 kg) with batteries

Excitation Source:

X-ray tube, W anode, 10-40 kV, 10–50 µA, up to 5 selectable filters

LEAP:

Delivers industry-leading detection limits on critical elements Cr, Cl, P , Ba, Ti, S, Ca, K

Detector:

Si PiN diode detector, < 230 eV FWHM at 5.95 keV Mn K-alpha line. Temperature Range: -10˚C to +50˚C

Operation:

Trigger or Start/Stop Icon. One-touch trigger or “deadman” trigger option. Optional control from external PC

Power:

Li-ion batteries, rechargeable (charger included). Powers analyzer and iPAQ simultaneously. AC Adapter optional

Battery Life:

8 hours (typical duty cycle) using built-in, optional multiple battery pack

Number of Elements:

Standard package includes 20 elements

Standard Elements:

Pb, Cr, Hg, Cd, Sb, Ti, Mn, Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, Sn, Ag, As, Se, Ba, Co, Zr, Rb. Common additions: W, Br, Tl

Display Screen:

Color, high resolution touchscreen. Variable brightness provides easy viewing in all ambient lighting conditions

Data Display:

Concentrations in ppm, spectra, peak intensities (count rate) or user-specified units, depending on software mode selected

Memory, Data Storage:

128 Mb standard memory. 20,000 test results with spectra, upgrade to >100,000 with optional 1 Gb flash card

Processor:

Intel 400 MHz StrongArm processor or higher

Operating System:

Microsoft Windows CE (portable system) or Windows (PC-based). Software Modes: Soil, Filter/Wipes, Empirical. Others available upon request