Epsilon 4 Lubricating oils

Value beyond compliance

  • Multi-functional benchtop XRF analyzer 
  • Elemental analysis of additives and wear metals in lubricating oils
  • Compliance with ISO and ASTM test methods

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Overview

Speeding up engine test while maintaining product quality are essential industry requirement for producers of lubricating oils. Compliance to international test methods like ISO and ASTM is an essential industry requirement for elemental analysis of lubricating oils. For the Epsilon 4 this mandated compliancy is merely the starting point, but where the instrument really shines is the additional value it brings for many other analytical tasks in the production of lubricating oils. For example:

  • reduce errors of production by positive material identification
  • faster and more accurate dosage of expensive additives 
  • supporting optimal blending efficiency of base oils and additives. 

All analyses performed by Epsilon 4 comply with the latest test methods and norms, like ASTM D7751 and ASTM D6481.

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.

  • Calibrated for years: A low-drift X-ray tube and an automatic drift correction system give compliant results for years without the need for re-calibration. This results in a more efficient use of the system and less cost of calibration maintenance.

  • 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.

Value beyond compliance

Epsilon 4 offers excellent performance for elemental analysis in different processes in refineries. 

This new and powerful benchtop XRF instrument is well suited for the analysis of additives and wear metals in lubricating oils according to the latest relevant international test methods.

Guaranteed performance

Epsilon 4 is a star-performing benchtop XRF instrument and is well suited for the analysis of additives and wear metals in fresh and unused lubricating oils. The benchtop XRF instrument provides a fast method for the analysis of lubricating oils without the need for sample preparation and use of chemicals.

Epsilon 4 complies with the latest test method ASTM D7751-15 for the analysis of magnesium, phosphorus, sulfur, chlorine, calcium, zinc and molybdenum in fresh lubricating oil by XRF.

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 Typically 5 ml liquid samples
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
  • One flexible calibration for wear metals in fresh and used lubricating oils using Oil-Trace
  • Elemental screening with Omnian standardless analysis solution
  • PASS/FAIL analysis with FingerPrint solution

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)

Oil-Trace

For versatile oil and fuel analysis More information
Oil-Trace

Omnian

Omnian for standardless elemental analysis of a wide range of materials. More information
Omnian

CRMs

Certified reference materials, including XRF calibration modules and reference 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
Fast elemental analysis of lubricating oils.

Fast elemental analysis of lubricating oils.

Value beyond compliance: powerful benchtop XRF, ideal for analysis of additives and wear metals in lubricating oils.

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