Epsilon 4 Building materials

Improve your process efficiency through high-quality, low-cost elemental analysis.

  • Multi-functional benchtop XRF analyzer 
  • Compliant with ASTM C114-15 and ISO 29581-2
  • Tailored for the cement and building industry

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Overview

X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF) has an important and well-established analytical role within the cement industry. It is used extensively for production and quality control for the elemental analysis of raw materials, alternative fuels and finished products.

Continuing Malvern Panalytical's successful and established line of benchtop spectrometers, Epsilon 4 provides state-of-the-art XRF analysis. The outstanding analytical performance of Epsilon 4 is comparable to floor-standing XRF instruments, with a much lower cost of ownership.

Discover the possibilities of XRF analysis and reduce your feedback time from hours to minutes by placing the XRF spectrometer next to the production line.

Features

  • The power of benchtop XRF: Combining the latest excitation and detection technologies and smart design, the analytical performance of Epsilon 4 approaches that of more powerful and floor-standing spectrometers. Selective excitation and careful matching of the X-ray tube output to the capabilities of the detection system underlie the system’s outstanding performance.

  • Unattended operation: The combination of a 10-position removable sample changer with spinner enables the automatic processing of sample batches without the need for operator attention. Continuous rotation of the sample during measurement minimizes any errors caused by non-homogeneity or surface irregularities within individual samples and provides more accurate results. Automatic transfer of data to a central location gives you access to the latest results.

  • Fast and sensitive: Fast measurements are achieved by using the latest silicon drift detector technology that produces significantly higher intensities. Unique detector electronics enable a linear count rate capacity to over 1,500,000 cps (at 50% dead time) and a count rate independent resolution typically better than 135 eV for better separation of analytical lines in the spectrum. This allows the Epsilon 4 spectrometer to run at full power and therefore realizes a much higher sample throughput compared to traditional EDXRF benchtop instruments.

  • Reduce helium consumption: The high performance of Epsilon 4 enables many applications to be operated in air atmosphere, without longer overhead time and costs involved for helium or maintenance of vacuum system. When measuring in air, low-energy X-ray photons characteristic of sodium, magnesium and aluminium, are sensitive to variations in air pressure and temperature. Built-in temperature and air-pressure sensors compensate for these environmental variations, ensuring excellent results whatever the weather.

Accurate results

The unique high-performance, metal-ceramic X-ray tube, specifically designed and manufactured by Malvern Panalytical, ensures high-quality data and reliable results. 

Flexible voltage settings from 4.0 to 50 kV and a maximum current setting up to 3.0 mA optimize the performance across the periodic table.

Value beyond compliance

X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF) has an important and well-established analytical role within the cement industry

In combination with the Eagon 2 fully automatic fusion system, the Epsilon 4 complies with the latest cement testing methods of both ASTM C114-15 and ISO 29581-2 in only 10 minutes. 

Key applications

Epsilon 4 spectrometers can handle a large variety of sample types, weighing from a few milligrams to larger bulk samples. Samples can be measured as:

  • Solids
  • Pressed powders
  • Loose powders
  • Liquids
  • Fused beads
  • Slurries
  • Granules
  • Filters
  • Films and coatings

Specification

Sample handling

Sample capacity 10-position removable sample changer
Sample size Spectrometer can accommodate samples up to 52 mm (2 inch) in diameter
Features Spinner is included for better accuracy of air filter analysis

X-ray tube

Features Metal-ceramic side window for maximum stability
50 micrometers thin beryllium window for high sensitivity for light elements (Na, Mg, Al, Si)
Tube setting Ag anode X-ray tube for best performance of P, S and Cl analysis

Detector

Detector type High-resolution silicon drift detector (SDD), typically 135 eV @ Mn-Kα
Features Max count rate of 1,500,000 counts/s at 50% dead time
Thin-entrance detector window for high sensitivity

Software

Software
  • Elemental screening of alternative fuels with Omnian standardless analysis solution
  • PASS/FAIL analysis with FingerPrint solution
  • One flexible calibration for wear metals in fresh and used lubricating oils using Oil-Trace

Accessories

Software

Epsilon software

Analytical EDXRF software package for Epsilon benchtop systems

Epsilon software is the XRF analysis software platform that is used with PANalytical’s range of Epsilon 1 and Epsilon 4 benchtop EDXRF systems. The software offers all the functions required to set up and operate an Epsilon benchtop system. The analytical program assembly is greatly facilitated by the high degree of intelligence built into the software, allowing users to benefit from half a century of applications expertise. Daily XRF analysis is a routine task that can be readily carried out by inexperienced personnel after a minimum of instruction. Many features are present to enhance the usability of the software.

Omnian

Standardless analysis of all types of samples

Omnian enables users to achieve the best possible analysis when dedicated methods or certified standards do not exist. A trendsetting standardless analysis package, Omnian incorporates state-of-the-art software and setup samples that transcend technologies. Available for Epsilon 1, Epsilon 4 and Zetium spectrometers, Omnian delivers fast and reliable results regardless of sample type or matrix.

Oil-Trace

Accurate trace element analysis

Oil-Trace is a software package consisting of a suite of standards which enables users to perform accurate and reliable elemental analysis of liquids using WDXRF and EDXRF. Oil-Trace solves two problems when analyzing liquids:

1) Adequate matrix correction in the presence of an unknown mix of CHON elements

2) Correcting for errors due to variations in the volume of the sample being analyzed

By effectively tackling these problems, Oil-Trace brings significant benefits to petroleum analysis.

FingerPrint

Instant material identification

A FingerPrint software module combined with an Epsilon 4 EDXRF system is ideal for material testing when analysis speed is important but the actual composition is not of interest. FingerPrinting generally involves little to no sample preparation and is non-destructive.

Standards (Reference materials)

CRMs

Certified reference materials, including XRF calibration modules and reference materials

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WROXI

Accurate wide-range oxide analysis of minerals

WROXI CRM is a synthetic, high-quality Certified Reference Materials kit that covers a wide range of oxide materials such as ores, rocks, and geological materials.

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Sample preparation

Claisse LeNeo

Keeping ahead through Claisse expertise in fusion.

Claisse LeNeo fusion instrument prepares glass disks for XRF as well as borate and peroxide solutions for AA analysis and ICP analysis. LeNeo is a single-position electrical instrument.

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Claisse LeNeo

User manuals

Software downloads

Please contact support for the latest software version.

Support

Solutions to maximize the return on your investment

To assure that your instrument remains in top condition and performs on the highest level, Malvern Panalytical offers a wide range of services. Our expertise and support services assure an optimal functioning of your instrument.

Support

Service for a lifetime

  • Phone and remote support
  • Preventive maintenance and checkups
  • Flexible Customer Care Agreements
  • Performance certificates
  • Hardware and software upgrades
  • Local and global support

Expertise

Adding value to your processes 

  • Sample preparation development/optimization
  • Analytical methodologies 
  • Turnkey solutions for XRD 
  • Operations via IQ/OQ/PQ, quality assurance (GLP, ISO17025) or round robins/inter laboratory studies
  • Consultancy services

Training and education

  • Training on-site or at our competence centers
  • Broad range of basic and advanced courses on products, applications and software
High-quality, low-cost elemental analysis.

High-quality, low-cost elemental analysis.

Fast quantification right next to your production line. Reduce your feedback time from hours to minutes with Epsilon 4.

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