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Epsilon 4 Oils & fuels

Save thousands in oil and fuel production

  • Multi-functional benchtop XRF analyzer 
  • Compliant, repeatable and accurate elemental analysis
  • Reduce costs in oil and fuel production

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Overview

Epsilon 4 can be used to save up to $190,000 in the production of oils and fuels. Compliant, repeatable and accurate elemental analysis is a given but additional value is generated in several parts in your refining operation:

  • Elemental analysis of crude oil to optimize and adapt refinery processes
  • Determination of low levels of chlorine for optimal desalting and corrosion control
  • Determination of low levels of S, Ni, V, Ca and Fe to prolong your catalysts' life and improve their performance 
  • Analysis of the sulfur content during fuel production and blending

Analyses performed by Epsilon 4 comply with international test methods and regulations, like TIER 3, ISO 13032, ISO 20847, ISO 8754, ASTM D4294, ASTM D4929, JIS K2541-4, IP 336 and IP 496.

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.

Guaranteed performance and compliance

Epsilon 4 complies with international test methods and norms, including:

  • TIER 3
  • ISO 13032
  • ISO 20847
  • ISO 8754
  • ASTM D4294
  • ASTM D4929
  • JIS K2541-4
  • IP 336
  • IP 496

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 sulfur and other trace elements in fuels according to the latest ASTM, EPA, ISO, IP and JIS test methods.

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 capacity 10-position removable sample changer
Sample size Typically 5 ml liquid samples
Features Spinner is included for better accuracy of air filter analysis

Accessories

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

Overview

Epsilon 4 can be used to save up to $190,000 in the production of oils and fuels. Compliant, repeatable and accurate elemental analysis is a given but additional value is generated in several parts in your refining operation:

  • Elemental analysis of crude oil to optimize and adapt refinery processes
  • Determination of low levels of chlorine for optimal desalting and corrosion control
  • Determination of low levels of S, Ni, V, Ca and Fe to prolong your catalysts' life and improve their performance 
  • Analysis of the sulfur content during fuel production and blending

Analyses performed by Epsilon 4 comply with international test methods and regulations, like TIER 3, ISO 13032, ISO 20847, ISO 8754, ASTM D4294, ASTM D4929, JIS K2541-4, IP 336 and IP 496.

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.

Guaranteed performance and compliance

Epsilon 4 complies with international test methods and norms, including:

  • TIER 3
  • ISO 13032
  • ISO 20847
  • ISO 8754
  • ASTM D4294
  • ASTM D4929
  • JIS K2541-4
  • IP 336
  • IP 496

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 sulfur and other trace elements in fuels according to the latest ASTM, EPA, ISO, IP and JIS test methods.

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 capacity 10-position removable sample changer
Sample size Typically 5 ml liquid samples
Features Spinner is included for better accuracy of air filter analysis

Accessories

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
Save thousands in oil and fuel production.

Save thousands in oil and fuel production.

Compliant, repeatable and accurate elemental analysis in a powerful benchtop XRF instrument.

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