SciAps X-50

Classic model ideal for many applications at a great value

The reengineered SciAps X-50 is the highest performing handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) instrument on the market, featuring a cost-effective SDD detector. 

  • X-Ray Tube: 40 kV, Rh anode (alloy) or 50 kV anode (Geochem, Soil, others)
  • Detector Rate: 7 mm2 SDD, silicon drift detector (active area), 170 eV resolution FWHM at 5.95 Mn K-alpha line

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Overview

The SciAps X-50 is ideal for basic analysis of transition and heavy metals. For those who don’t need to measure Mg, Al, Si, S, or P, it’s the perfect choice. 

We’ve reengineered the classic detector technology with a new internal circuit board, new housing and metal components, up-to-date software and user interface, and full recalibration. And we’ve equipped it with more features, such as a built-in, high-resolution camera for sample viewing and a macro-camera for photo-documentation or 2D/3D barcode reading and storage.

A little beefier than SciAps sleeker models, this value-priced XRF still offers best-in-class analytical performance and speed for its detector platform, operating at rates 2X or higher than other brands. 

The powerful, miniaturized X-ray tube combined with highly advanced internal geometry yields fast, precise results.

Standard element package

The standard element package for the X-50 is shown in the table below. 

Require other elements? Just ask! We add or substitute elements frequently for specific applications.

Application Beam 1 (40 kV) Beam 2 (10 kV) Beam 3 (50 kV)
Mining Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Se, Sr, Rb, Zr, Nb, Mo, W, Ta, Au, Hg, Pb, Bi, U, Ag, Sn, Sb S, K, Ca N/A
Soil Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Se, Sr, Rb, Zr, Mo, W, Tl, Hg, Pb, Bi, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb N/A N/A
Alloy Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Se, Y, Zr, Nb, Mo, W, Ta, Hf, Re, Au, Pb, Bi, Ru, Pd, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb N/A N/A
Precious metals Ti, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, W, Au, Ge, Ir, Pt, Au, Pb, Bi, Zr, Mo, Ru, Rh, Pd, Ag, Cd, In, Sn, Sb N/A N/A

Specification

Weight 3.1 lbs with battery
Dimensions 9.38in (238mm) x 11.15in (283mm) x 3.34in (84mm)
Power
On board rechargeable Li-ion battery, rechargeable inside device or with external charger, AC power, hot-swap capability (60s max swap time)
Display
3.5-inch(88.9mm) color capacitive touchscreen — 400 MHz Qualcomm Adreno 306 2D/3D graphics accelerator
Data Transfer
Wifi, Bluetooth, USB
Connectivity to most devices, including SciAps Profile Builder PC software
Excitation source
4 W, 40kv Rh on alloys 50kv Au on other apps.
Detector
7 mm2 SDD, silicon drift detector, (active area), 170 eV resolution FWHMat 5.95 Mn K-alpha line
X-Ray filtering
Single primary beam filter for alloy, mining, precious metals
Multiple filters for soil, RoHS, car catalysts and some other apps
Processing electronics and host processor
1.2 GHz quad ARM Cortex A53 64/32-bit
RAM: 2 GB LP-DDR3
Storage:16 GB eMMC (storage)
Pulse processor
12 bit with digitization rate of 80 MSPS 8K channel MCA USB 2.0 forhigh-speed data transfer to host processor
Digital filtering implementedin FPGA for high throughput pulse processing, 20 nS - 24 uS peakingtime
Calibration type
Fundamental parameters
Calibration check
External 316 stainless check standard for calibration verification andenergy scale validation
Temperature range
10°F to 130°F at 25% duty cycle
Security
Password protected usage (user level) and internal settings (admin)
Regulatory testing
CE, RoHS, USFDA registered, Canada RED Act

Accessories

Enhance your analysis

OneBox

Pair any Z Series with our industry-leading XRF unit and get optimal analysis across every element in the periodic table and every sample type. Same batteries, cables, chargers and other accessories.

  • LIBS: Analyze elements XRF can’t test: Li, Be, B, C, F, Na and more. Improved performance on Mg, Ca, K compared to XRF. Microanalysis with 100 um laser spot size.  
  • XRF: Great for transition and heavy metals. Easy to use, especially on bulk, soil, and ore type materials.
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The classic for wide range analysis.

The classic for wide range analysis.

Re-engineered detector technology. Wide range of element packages. Rethink handheld XRF.

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