Handheld LIBS analyzers

Metals and alloy identification

Instant PMI for quality and safety: SciAps handheld LIBS analyzers deliver rapid, on-the-spot Positive Material Identification (PMI) for critical alloys. From stainless steels and nickel alloys to aluminum and titanium grades, they quickly verify grade, chemistry, and trace elements - like carbon, boron, and lithium - that other portable technologies often miss. Perfect for welding inspection, fabrication, and pipeline integrity testing, SciAps LIBS ensures compliance and reduces costly mix-ups.

Mining and geochemistry

Critical mineral exploration in the field: prospectors and geologists rely on SciAps LIBS to measure elements from lithium and rare earth elements (REEs) to transition metals—directly at the rock face. The analyzers provide laboratory-quality elemental data without sample prep, empowering rapid decisions in exploration, ore grading, and resource mapping. Rugged and battery-operated, SciAps LIBS is built for the toughest field environments.

Recycling and environmental testing

Rapid sorting and hazard detection: from scrap yards to sustainability initiatives, SciAps LIBS simplifies metal recycling and environmental compliance. Instantly sort high-value alloys, separate aluminum grades, and identify contaminants such as lead or beryllium. The technology supports greener operations by improving material recovery rates, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting worker safety.

The portability and speed of the SciAps Z-Series allow testing to be performed with minimal sample preparation, delivering actionable data within seconds. Whether deployed in a steel plant, mine site, pharmaceutical lab, or forensic investigation, these handheld analyzers provide high-precision elemental analysis where you need it.

For users seeking a comprehensive field solution, SciAps also offers the OneBox package, which combines the Z-Series LIBS analyzer with the SciAps X-Series handheld XRF analyzer. This combination ensures optimal performance across challenging environments where both LIBS and XRF technologies are beneficial.

With their speed, precision, and versatility, the SciAps Z-Series handheld LIBS analyzers stand out as the go-to solution for professionals across industries, from traditional alloy and mining workflows to modern challenges in food safety, pharmaceuticals, forensics, and energy materials.