Eurachem and CITAC welcome analysts interested in the evaluation of chemical analysis uncertainty and in how to use this information in results interpretation. The Eurachem Week 2026 will begin with a training course on “Evaluation of the measurement uncertainty from in-house precision and recovery data” scheduled for Sunday, 10 May 2026. A two-days workshop on “Quality in Analytical Measurements: Uncertainty Evaluation and Results Interpretation” open to all interested participants will take place from 11 to 12 May 2026. On 13 May 2026, the Eurachem Working Groups will convene, followed by the Eurachem General Assembly, which will bring together the Executive and national delegates on 14 and 15 May. Both Working Group Meetings and the General Assembly are restricted to their members.The results of qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses should have an acceptable uncertainty, which should ideally be reported and considered in results interpretation.For many analytical applications, simplified uncertainty evaluations can determine uncertainty values that meet the defined requirements for this parameter. The workshop will focus on the key technical challenges involved in practical evaluations of measurement uncertainty based on precision and recovery data gathered during in-house method validation and quality control. There will be a discussion of how to model the variation of the measurement uncertainty within the analytical range and how to handle divergent recovery values from the analysis of various reference materials. A session on the use of measurement uncertainty in conformity assessment will explore how the risk of false conformity decisions can be managed.<blockquote><h5>New Eurachem guidance on using in-house precision and recovery data will be discussed at the workshop.</h5></blockquote>Topics will also include the validation and uncertainty evaluation for qualitative analyses with particular attention to current accreditation requirements for these types of analysis. The last session of the workshop will be dedicated to the evaluation of measurement uncertainty arising from sampling and using it to judge the fitness for purpose, and hence validation, of measurement procedures that include sampling. Four sessions of the workshop will include engaging breakout sessions where participants will have the chance to share their views about challenging aspects of the analytical work. Participants are invited to propose posters and oral communications on session topics or any other relevant topic for analytical chemists or stakeholders of the analytical work.<h3>Registration</h3><blockquote>👉<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://conferences.chemistry.pt/register/eurachem2026">Register here for the workshop</a></blockquote><h4>Registration Fees</h4><h5>Early bird (EUR) - Until April 15th</h5><ul><li>Workshop: Regular participant (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 400 EUR</li><li>Workshop: Student (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 250 EUR</li><li>Eurachem Working Group1 (13 May 2026): 75</li><li>General Assembly2 (14 &amp; 15 May 2026): 250</li><li>Training On Uncertainty Evaluation3 (10 May 2026): 150</li></ul><h5>After April 15th</h5><ul><li>Workshop: Regular participant (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 450 EUR</li><li>Workshop: Student (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 300 EUR</li><li>Eurachem Working Group1 (13 May 2026): 100</li><li>General Assembly2 (14 &amp; 15 May 2026): 300</li><li>Training On Uncertainty Evaluation3 (10 May 2026): 200</li></ul><blockquote>§ - 50 EUR reduction for members of Eurachem, CITAC, SPQ, RELACRE, ForMEQ and SPMet at the workshop.10% reduction for organisations that registered more than one participant.1 - Working group members2 - Eurachem members3 - 50% reduction for workshop participants</blockquote><h3>Workshop</h3><h4>Eurachem/CITAC Workshop on Quality in Analytical Measurements:</h4><h5>Uncertainty Evaluation and Results Interpretation</h5>The results of qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses should have an acceptable uncertainty, which should ideally be reported and considered in results interpretation. For many analytical applications, simplified uncertainty evaluations can determine uncertainty values meeting defined requirements for this parameter. The workshop will focus on the key technical challenges involved in practical evaluations of measurement uncertainty based on precision and recovery data gathered during in-house method validation. It will be discussed how to model the variation of the measurement uncertainty within the analytical range and how to handle divergent recovery values from the analysis of various reference materials. A session on the use of measurement uncertainty in conformity assessment will explore how the risk of false conformity decisions can be managed.Topics will also include the validation and uncertainty evaluation of qualitative analyses with particular attention to current accreditation requirements for these types of analysis. The last session of the workshop will be dedicated to the evaluation of measurement uncertainty arising from sampling and using it to judge the fitness for purpose, and hence validation, of measurement procedures that include sampling.Four sessions of the workshop will include engaging breakout sessions where participants will have the chance to share their views about challenging aspects of the analytical work. Participants are invited to propose posters and oral communications on session topics or any other relevant topic for analytical chemists or stakeholders of the analytical work.<h3>Training Course</h3><h4>Evaluation of the measurement uncertainty from in-house precision and recovery data</h4><ul><li>10 May 2026</li></ul>A course on the fundamentals of the evaluation of the measurement uncertainty from in-house precision and recovery data will be held on Sunday, 10 May 2026. This training is targeted for analysts with a basic understanding of the measurement uncertainty concept, how uncertainty components propagate, and how the combined uncertainty is expanded. Following the morning presentation of the theory of uncertainty evaluation, the afternoon will be dedicated to applying the theory to real-world cases. Trainees should have basic skills in using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and bring a laptop with Microsoft Excel to complete the exercises. The interaction between trainers and trainees will be promoted to guarantee learning efficiency.<h5>Trainers:</h5><ul><li>Ricardo Bettencourt da Silva, Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal (rjsilva@ciencias.ulisboa.pt)</li><li>Stephen L. R. Ellison - UK National Measurement Laboratory (NML) hosted at LGC, United Kingdom</li><li>Vicki Barwick - UK National Measurement Laboratory (NML) hosted at LGC, United Kingdom</li></ul><h4>Agenda</h4><h5>8:00 Registration</h5><h5>9:00 Opening</h5><h5>9:05 Identifying, combining, and expanding uncertainty components: Theory and examples</h5><h5>9:45 Precision uncertainty: Theory and examples</h5><h5>10:30 Coffee break</h5><h5>10:50 Trueness-related uncertainty: Theory and examples</h5><h5>12:00 Additional questions and discussion</h5><h5>12:30 Lunch</h5><h5>13:30 Application example 1</h5><h5>15:30 Coffee break</h5><h5>15:50 Application example 2</h5><h5>17:00 Additional questions and discussion</h5><h5>17:30 Closing</h5><h3>Venue</h3>The series of Eurachem events will be held in:<ul><li>Meliã Lisboa Aeroporto ****</li><li>Rua C,2 1749-125 Lisboa, Portugal&nbsp;</li></ul>

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Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 9th February 2026? Check out new documents from the field of spectroscopy/spectrometry and related techniques!<blockquote>👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library">SEARCH THE LARGEST REPOSITORY OF DOCUMENTS ABOUT SPECTROSCOPY/SPECTROMETRY RELATED TECHNIQUES</a></blockquote><blockquote>👉 Need info about different analytical techniques? Peek into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezLCMS</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezGCMS</a> libraries.</blockquote>This week we bring you application notes by Agilent Technologies, Metrohm, Shimadzu and Thermo Fisher Scientific!<h3>1. Agilent Technologies: Black Pepper Origin Differentiation Using Large ICP-MS Datasets and Chemometric Tools</h3>Elemental profiling using an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=7850+ICP-MS">Agilent 7850 ICP-MS</a> and Agilent <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=Mass+Profiler+Professional+software">Mass Profiler Professional (MPP) software</a><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_black_pepper_origin_7850_icp_ms_5994_8741en_agilent_7c190968ef.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Black pepper’s high value and global demand are drivers for economically motivated adulteration, a fraudulent practice that can pose public health risks. Because black pepper is most often sold in ground, crushed, or mixed forms, its supply chain is difficult to monitor and manage. Also, consumer campaigns against deforestation and the European Union Regulation on Deforestation-free (EUDR) products have increased calls for greater sourcing transparency. Products with a known geographical indication can demand a higher price. Companies do not want to become implicated in false claims about the sourcing of products, and many are keen to have full visibility of their products’ origin. To address this need, the European Commission has established the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) system to protect regional specific products, thereby promoting their unique characteristics based on geographical origin and traditional competence of production. The PGI scheme has increased the demand for detailed information regarding the geographical source of food products, a trend that is likely to continue as EUDR is implemented across the EU and associated markets. Verifying the geographical origin of black pepper using elemental fingerprints is highly relevant to protecting value chain stakeholders, ensuring both quality and traceability while upholding the principles of food integrity.&nbsp;Several analytical methods can be used for profiling certain elements in foods. However, inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) is unique because of its rapid throughput, multi-element capability, ultratrace sensitivity, isotopic analysis, versatility across sample types, low sample volume requirements, compliance with regulatory requirements, and low cost.3&nbsp;The Agilent 7850 ICP-MS is equipped with an Octopole Reaction System (ORS4 ), a collision/reaction cell (CRC) that uses helium (He) gas and Kinetic Energy Discrimination (KED) to remove polyatomic interferences on key analytes.4 If left unchecked, these interferences can affect data accuracy in complex food products. The integration of the 7850 with Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter software streamlines data analysis. When integrated with chemometric analysis, ICP-MS demonstrates high precision in multi-elemental profiling of diverse food matrices, effectively distinguishing their geographical origin.5&nbsp;In this study, 150 black pepper samples from five countries (Brazil, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Vietnam) were analyzed using the 7850 ICP-MS to obtain elemental fingerprints of the samples. Agilent Mass Profiler Professional (MPP) software was used to process the ICP-MS elemental data and to construct chemometric models for distinguishing the geographical origin of the samples, as adapted from Chilaka et al.5<h4>Experimental&nbsp;</h4><h5>Instrumentation&nbsp;</h5>An <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=7850+ICP-MS">Agilent 7850 single-quadrupole ICP-MS</a> was used for the analysis of 38 elements in the black pepper samples. Sample introduction was performed via a peristaltic pump connected to an Agilent MicroMist nebulizer and an Agilent SPS 4 autosampler. All elements were measured using helium collision (He KED) mode, except for boron (B), which was analyzed in no gas mode. Instrument control was performed using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=MassHunter">Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter 5.1 software</a>, and data processing was conducted using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=Mass+Profiler+Professional+software">Agilent MPP software</a>, version 15.1. Instrument operating conditions as shown in Table 1.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>This study investigated the potential of ICP-MS elemental profiling coupled with chemometric analysis for geographical origin discrimination of black pepper samples from five countries, including Brazil, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam. A total of 38 elements was measured in 150 black pepper samples using the Agilent 7850 ICP-MS. Chemometric analysis was performed on the ICP-MS elemental data using Agilent Mass Profiler Professional (MPP) software. The PCA analysis exhibited satisfactory reliability and classification rates and demonstrated potential for the authentication of the geographical origin of black pepper. However, the separation of the Cambodian and Vietnamese samples was less distinct than the other groups, revealing potential similarities in elemental profiling between the bordering countries, which share similar climatic, geological, and agricultural conditions. Using LDA and RF classification models on the black pepper test set, we achieved a high overall accuracy in determining the geographical origin of the samples. These findings provide empirical support for the combined use of elementomics and chemometric techniques in black pepper authentication, contributing to fraud prevention. The study also demonstrates the potential of the method for application to other food types.<h3>2. Metrohm: Milk powder analysis by near-infrared spectroscopy</h3>Determination of moisture, fat, lactose, and protein content<ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_nir_128_download_867321cfb0.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>For milk powder producers, final product control is essential to meet strict regulatory standards, guarantee comprehensive quality assurance, ensure consistent nutritional quality, and extend shelf life. These are all especially important for infant formula and dairy ingredients used in sensitive applications. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is a fast, reagentfree method for measuring key quality parameters such as moisture, protein, lactose, and fat content directly in milk powder. The NIRS solution requires no sample preparation, enabling real-time monitoring either in the lab or directly on the production line. This allows producers to react quickly to process variations, minimize waste, and maintain product integrity batch after batch.<h4>EXPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENT&nbsp;</h4>More than 600 samples of powdered milk from different suppliers were analyzed on an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=56&amp;search=OMNIS+NIR">OMNIS NIR Analyzer</a> (Figure 1). The different milk powders were placed into an OMNIS sample cup and analyzed in diffuse reflection mode. To include sample variety, the sample rotated during measurement to collect spectra from different locations. The automatically averaged spectra were used for model development. Reference values were obtained by official methods, e.g., AOAC 927.05 (moisture), AOAC 939.02 (protein), and AOAC 932.06 (fat). For the lactose content determination, a phenol-sulfuric acid method was used.<h4>CONCLUSION</h4>This Application Note presented the analysis of milk powder using NIR spectroscopy. Models for several quality parameters (fat, protein, lactose, and moisture content) were created. Independent validation samples confirmed the robustness and reliability of the models, with high correlation coefficients and low prediction errors achieved across all parameters. Notably, the dataset included samples from diverse global origins, capturing a broad range of product variability. This study shows that NIRS can be successfully integrated into the quality control workflow for dairy powder analysis.<h3>3. Shimadzu: Analysis of Electrolyte and Electrode in LIB Degraded by Overcharge and High Temperature</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_01_01064_en_b4f9f4330a.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul><h4>User Benefits</h4><ul><li>ICP-AES enables accurate quantification of cathode material dissolved in electrolytes.</li><li>GC-MS assesses degradation from components in electrolytes with unknown usage.</li><li>EDXRF easily evaluates transition metals, phosphorus, fluorine, and other elements deposited on electrodes</li></ul>When lithium-ion batteries are used in EVs or ESS applications, numerous cells are connected in series and parallel to form modules, and multiple modules are further connected to construct a pack. In such configurations—where many cells are connected in series—the state of charge of individual cells varies, as shown in Figure 1. Moreover, because the cells are densely packed to reduce volume, the ambient temperature experienced by each cell also varies. In this application, we conducted cycle tests under overcharged or high-temperature conditions, disassembled the degraded pouch cells, and analyzed both the electrolytes and the electrodes.<h4>Analysis of electrolyte and electrode</h4>Electrolytes and electrodes were extracted from the batteries degraded through the cycle tests (hereafter referred to as “degraded cells”) and analyzed using the instruments shown in Figures 3–5. It is known that electrolytesin degraded cells contain transition metals (Ni, Co, Mn) dissolved from the cathode active material1). In addition, electrolyte solvents are known to generate characteristic degradation products as deterioration progresses2). By analyzing these degradation-related elements and compounds, the degradation state of the battery can be assessed. In this article, we propose a multifaceted evaluation of electrolytes using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=3&amp;search=ICPE-9820">ICP-AES</a> and GC-MS. On both the cathode and anode, insulating layers known as CEI/SEI form on the electrode surfaces. Under improper charging conditions, excessive formation of these layers can lead to capacity loss. Furthermore, the dissolved metals from the cathode deposit and precipitate on the anode. These deposits can cause internal short circuits, posing risks such as fire hazards. While such electrode conditions are typically evaluated by ICP-AES or XPS to examine elemental content or surface chemical states, this article introduces a simpler evaluation method using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=3&amp;search=EDX-8100">EDXRF</a>.<h4>Summary</h4>Analysis of the electrolytesfrom degraded batteries using ICP-AES and GC-MS revealed dissolution of transition metals as well as the formation of degradation products. Furthermore, EDXRF analysis of the electrodes enabled straightforward detection of changesin elemental composition, including transition metals, fluorine, and phosphorus. These analytical techniques allow for a multifaceted evaluation of battery degradation. In real-world battery operation, fluctuations in charging conditions and ambient temperature introduce variability in degradation states. By assessing degradation mechanisms individually, as demonstrated in thisreport, it is possible to obtain insights that contribute not only to improving intrinsic battery performance but also to optimizing implementation methods and control conditions.<h3>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Analyzing Spinel refractory MgO-Al2O3 premix using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=2&amp;search=ARL%E2%84%A2+X%E2%80%99TRA+Companion">ARL X’TRA Companion XRD</a></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/spinel_refractory_xrd_an41525_en_75f2527e78.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Spinel refractories—primarily magnesia–alumina (MgAl₂O₄)— are the workhorses of high-temperature linings in steel ladles, cement rotary kilns, glass tanks, and non-ferrous smelters. Their appeal lies in a combination of shock resistance, chemical stability against basic slags, and an expansion behavior that mitigates cracking. Depending on the duty, they are used as bricks, castables, or gunned repairs, sometimes with engineered microstructures that blend spinel with periclase, corundum, or zirconia to tune creep, corrosion, and spalling performance.&nbsp;X-ray diffraction (XRD) underpins manufacturing control from raw mix to fired product. During synthesis, XRD tracks the solid-state reaction of MgO and Al₂O₃ into spinel, verifying the disappearance of periclase and alumina and quantifying the spinel fraction by Rietveld analysis. Lattice parameters reveal cation stoichiometry and solid-solution effects; peak breadth trends indicate crystallite growth and microstrain, proxies for sintering progress. In finished components, XRD detects secondary phases such as calcium aluminates introduced by binders, slags, impurities, and it provides fingerprinting for batch-to-batch consistency after thermal exposure. Embedded into routine QA/QC, XRD shortens feedback loops, stabilizes recipes, and links processing conditions to the microstructure that governs refractory life.<h4>Instrument &amp; software&nbsp;</h4>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=2&amp;search=ARL%E2%84%A2+X%E2%80%99TRA+Companion">Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ X’TRA Companion</a> X-Ray Diffractometer (c.f. Figure 1) is a simple, easy-to-use benchtop instrument for routine phase analysis as well as more advanced applications. The ARL X’TRA Companion uses a θ/θ goniometer (160 mm radius) in Bragg-Brentano geometry coupled with a 600 W X-ray source (Cu or Co). The radial and axial collimation of the beam is controlled by divergence and Soller slits, while air scattering is reduced by a variable beam knife. An integrated water chiller is available as an option. Thanks to the state-of-the art solid state pixel detector (55x55 μm pitch), the ARL X’TRA Companion provides very fast data collection and comes with single-click Rietveld quantification capabilities and automated result transmission to a LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) seamless integrated into Thermo Scientific™ SolstiX™ Pronto instrument control software.<h4>Your benefits&nbsp;</h4>The ARL X’TRA Companion XRD workflow delivers answers in minutes, quantifying MgO, α-Al₂O₃, and MgAl₂O₄ while resolving Ca–Si silicates and trace Fe-spinels. Subtle differences between corundum and spinel are cleanly separated, and LOI drivers—carbonates, brucite, and Mg-sulfates—are identified and trended. These insights let you compute spinel potential, anticipate pore-closing expansion, and set the right pre-dry / prefire schedule to avoid spalling. You can clearly distinguish mid-grade, ore-derived feeds from premium low-silica materials, tighten incoming QA, and optimize formulations for cement/lime kilns, tundish linings, and other carbon-free basic applications.

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Although modern agriculture needs to be based on accurate real-time data on soil, plant, and environmental conditions, affordable, sufficiently sensitive, and robust monitoring devices for this purpose are currently missing. According to scientists, low-cost sensors based on new smart materials and printing technologies offer a suitable solution. The results of multidisciplinary research thus far and proposals for the development of these devices have been presented by researchers from Czechia, Great Britain, Spain, and the USA in a review article in the prestigious journal <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-026-68778-6#Abs1">Nature Communications</a>.“Sensor technologies for monitoring plant health are still in their infancy. Only simple sensors capable of monitoring basic parameters such as pH, soil moisture, or temperature are commonly available on the market. However, if farmers are to face current challenges, including climate change, and ensure sufficient food for humanity, they need much more effective tools that will enable them to monitor, for example, various pathogens, including bacteria and fungi. In our opinion, a suitable solution is a combination of new smart materials and printing for the production of inexpensive, durable, and scalable materials,” said the article’s first author, David Panáček from CATRIN, who worked on the study during his internship at Imperial College London.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CATRIN_Soucasne_senzory_nestaci_Vedci_navrhuji_novou_cestu_ke_sledovani_zdravi_rostlin_b4014952a3.jpg" alt="CATRIN: David Panáček" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CATRIN_Soucasne_senzory_nestaci_Vedci_navrhuji_novou_cestu_ke_sledovani_zdravi_rostlin_b4014952a3.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1536" height="1152">Sensors for monitoring plant health, for example, lag behind similar devices used in human medicine. According to the authors, advances in materials science, which will enable the development of scalable sensor technologies, play a key role in this potential shift. “Printing techniques, including inkjet printing, screen printing, aerosol printing, 3D printing, and direct laser writing, offer flexible ways to produce flexible sensors, large-area sensors, and sensors integrated directly into plants. The review article summarizes recent advances in printable low-dimensional materials for agricultural sensors, analyzes their physico-chemical properties in relation to sensor performance, and discusses key challenges and future opportunities requiring interdisciplinary integration,” said one of the corresponding authors, Michal Otyepka.The research brought together materials scientists, chemists, biologists, sensing experts, and printing technology specialists. Materials research and the use of graphene-based smart materials were led by scientists from CATRIN at Palacký University and VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava. Plant biologists from CATRIN contributed their knowledge of plant development, their responses to stress conditions, and the monitoring of their properties. Researchers from Imperial College London took care of the electronics, while representatives from<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/companies/36"> CEITEC – VUT</a> focused on printing technologies. The team also included leading experts in sensing from the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Barcelona, and Joseph Wang of the University of California San Diego, the “father of sensing and electrochemistry,” also contributed his extensive knowledge.“This is a groundbreaking study on this topic, which has managed to attract some truly big names in their respective fields. Last but not least, the study demonstrates that interdisciplinarity at CATRIN gives rise to completely new and promising research topics, such as plant sensing and its use for studying plant-environment interactions and smart agriculture,” added another corresponding author, Nuria De Diego.

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Thermo Scientific ARL SMS-3300 Automation for Single or Twin OES or XRF

Thermo Scientific™ ARL SMS-3300 enables fully automated operation of one or two OES or XRF spectrometers, enhancing lab efficiency in industrial environments.

Drive process control laboratory efficiencies in the metals, mining and cement industries with the Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ SMS-3300 Automation for Single or Twin OES or XRF, a complete laboratory workflow automation solution. The automation of single or multiple spectrometers and preparation machines with the ARL SMS-3300 system offers:👉 Reduced sample analysis cost, 👉 Increased sample throughput, 👉 Better reproducibility, and 👉 Higher quality resultsfor users requiring more comprehensive and integrated automation solutions in the metals, mining and cement industries.<h3>🔧 ARL SMS-3300 – Automation for Single or Twin OES or XRF</h3>Provides ultimate power and flexibility for automatic, unattended, 24/7 operation of:<ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1213">Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ iSpark </a>/<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1977"> iSpark Plus </a>(Optical Emission Spectrometers)</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products?instrumentationItems=100&amp;manufacturerItems=3&amp;search=9900">Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ 9900</a> (X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer)</li></ul><h3>✅ Main Features</h3><ul><li>Designed for easy integration into fully automatic laboratories</li><li>Can be mounted in Thermo Scientific ARL QuantoShelter, close to the production process</li><li>Parallel task execution:<ul><li>Sample preparation</li><li>Sample introduction</li><li>Analysis</li><li>Instrument stand cleaning performed in hidden time by the spectrometer, independently of the robot</li></ul></li><li>Direct access to milling machine for reduced processing times of ferrous samples</li><li>Higher throughput with:<ul><li>Automatic sample preparation</li><li>ARL™ PrepControl™ system + ARL™ EasyPrep™ software</li></ul></li><li>Factory configured and customized</li><li>Compact chassis and simple installation</li><li>Integrated electronics</li><li>Improved analysis reliability and quality</li><li>Very rapid payback</li><li>Faster result availability</li><li>Qualified lab personnel freed from routine tasks</li><li>Manufactured and maintained according to ISO 9001-2000 procedures</li></ul><h3>🚀 Advanced Technology</h3><ul><li>State-of-the-art Fanuc industrial robot</li><li>OXSAS analytical software</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_SMS_3300_Automation_for_Single_or_Twin_OES_or_XRF_fadcbb621a.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific™ ARL SMS-3300 Automation for Single or Twin OES or XRF" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_SMS_3300_Automation_for_Single_or_Twin_OES_or_XRF_fadcbb621a.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="366">

Thermo Scientific ARL SMS-3500 Automation for Twin OES or XRF

The ARL SMS-3500 automates two OES or XRF spectrometers with smart sample flow management for fast, efficient, and continuous production control.

Drive process control laboratory efficiencies in the metals and mining industries with the Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ SMS-3500 Automation for Twin OES or XRF, a complete laboratory workflow automation solution. Primary metals producers' laboratories typically run two fully duplicate and separate spectrometry lines to assure fast response times when several urgent samples must be processed simultaneously. 👉 The ARL SMS-3500 system is an affordable alternative.The automation of multiple spectrometers and preparation machines with the ARL SMS-3500 system offers:<ul><li>Reduced sample analysis cost</li><li>Increased sample throughput</li><li>Better reproducibility</li><li>Higher quality results</li></ul>for users requiring more comprehensive and integrated automation solutions in the metals and mining industries.The ARL SMS-3500 Automation for Twin OES or XRF simplifies sample handling by providing:<ul><li>a single introduction location for all samples</li><li>a magazine storage function to free the introduction 👉 This reduces response times, increases sample processing cadence, and improves the availability of automatic sample preparation in highly critical production control environments.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_SMS_3500_Automation_for_Twin_OES_or_XRF_2_0553f2880b.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ SMS-3500 Automation for Twin OES or XRF - 2.jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_SMS_3500_Automation_for_Twin_OES_or_XRF_2_0553f2880b.jpg 217w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="469"><h3>✅ Main Features</h3><ul><li>No need for time-consuming electro-mechanical transfer systems – the SMS-3500 robot moves samples between components within seconds</li><li>Simplified operation and reduced system complexity for easier maintenance and servicing</li><li>Single interface screen for all sample tracking and automation functions</li><li>Unified registration and introduction point for all production samples, with automated routing to the appropriate system components</li><li>Support for two sample preparation machines:<ul><li>Reduces response times</li><li>Increases processing cadence</li><li>Improves automatic sample preparation availability</li></ul></li><li>Operator workload is reduced – the system manages samples by priority and availability of resources<ul><li>Includes internal sample storage to free the introduction point immediately</li></ul></li><li>Each instrument can be used offline for manual tasks without interrupting automated operation</li><li>Uses the same analytical software for XRF and OES</li><li>Automation is based on proven ARL SMS software</li></ul><h3>🔧 Recommended for:</h3><ul><li>Iron and steel applications</li><li>High alloy, stainless steel, copper, brass, and bronze applications</li><li>Aluminum or fire assay applications</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific IonicX Portable XRF Analyzer

Thermo Scientific™ IonicX enables fast and accurate salt analysis in raw materials using portable XRF without complex preparation or destructive testing.

<div><div>Identify ionic salts in seconds with minimal sample preparation. The Thermo Scientific™ IonicX™ Portable XRF Analyzer provides:<ul><li>Fast and accurate verification of ionic salt raw materials</li><li>High sample throughput for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers</li></ul>Cut testing time and costs by replacing:<ul><li>time-consuming</li><li>resource-intensive</li><li>wet chemistry and benchtop methods</li></ul>with a ✅ non-destructive, ✅ non-contact, ✅ portable XRF analyzer for ionic salts.<h3>⚙️ Key Features</h3><ul><li>Portable verification of a wide range of ionic salts in seconds</li><li>Compliant with 21 CFR Part 11:<ul><li>electronic signatures</li><li>user access control</li><li>audit trails</li></ul></li><li>Non-destructive testing of raw materials</li><li>Minimal sample preparation</li><li>Simple operation, no extensive operator training required</li><li>Lightweight and compact design for easy portability</li><li>Wi-Fi enabled</li><li>Hot Swap Battery</li><li>IP54 Certified – splash and dust proof</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Ionic_X_Portable_XRF_Analyzer_2_aa24221e46.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific™ IonicX Portable XRF Analyzer " srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Ionic_X_Portable_XRF_Analyzer_2_aa24221e46.jpg 156w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="650"><h3>📏&nbsp;Specifications</h3><ul><li>Bluetooth: Supports print functionality and barcode reader</li><li>Camera:<ul><li>Macro Camera: Integrated CCD macro camera for capturing overview images of parts and tagging measurement locations</li><li>Micro Camera: Integrated CCD micro camera for locating and recording measurement positions</li></ul></li><li>Certifications/Compliance:&nbsp;<ul><li>EN 55011:2010</li><li>EN 61326:2013</li><li>FCC 47 CFR Part 15</li><li>Safety EN 61010; 2010 (3rd Ed) with national deviations for US and Canada</li><li>RoHS EN 50581; 2012</li></ul></li><li>Data Entry:&nbsp;<ul><li>Touchscreen keyboard</li><li>User customizable data entry</li><li>Optional wireless remote barcode reader</li></ul></li><li>Data Storage:&nbsp;<ul><li>512 MB internal system memory/16 GB industrial grade storage</li><li>Stores approximately 130,000 readings with spectra (fewer if macro and micro images are saved)</li></ul></li><li>Data Transfer: Wi-Fi, USB</li><li>Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 8 in. (30.48 × 30.48 × 20.32 cm)</li><li>Display Type: Tilting, color, resistive touchscreen display</li><li>IP Rating: IP54 (splash and dust proof)</li><li>Languages: English</li><li>Licensing: Varies by region; Contact your local distributor</li><li>Operating Environment:&nbsp;<ul><li>Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (external fan recommended when ambient temperature is greater than 33°C)</li><li>Humidity: 10% to 90% relative humidity non-condensing</li></ul></li><li>Operating System: Linux</li><li>Optional Accessories:&nbsp;<ul><li>Thermo Scientific portable test stand</li><li>Thermo Scientific mini test stand</li></ul></li><li>Power Consumption: 12V lithium-ion battery, or 12V DC, 3A, 3.6W power supply</li><li>Security Features: Password-protected user security</li><li>Software: IonicX PC software</li><li>Spot Size: Standard: 8 mm collimation</li><li>Standard Accessories:&nbsp;<ul><li>Locking shielded carrying case</li><li>Two (2) lithium-ion battery packs</li><li>One (1) 110/220 VAC battery charger/AC adaptor</li><li>Check samples</li><li>Safety lanyard</li><li>PC connection cable (USB)</li></ul></li><li>System Details: Built-in standardization via automatic system check</li><li>Weight (English): 5.8 lbs. with battery and test stand</li><li>Weight (Metric): 2.6 kg with battery and test stand</li><li>X-Ray Source Type:&nbsp;<ul><li>X-Ray Tube: Ag anode (6–50 kV, 0–500 μA, 5W max)</li><li>Dynamically adjustable current for optimal sensitivity on every analysis</li></ul></li><li>Applications: Raw Material Testing</li><li>Detector Type: Proprietary Large Area Drift Detector</li><li>Tube Voltage: 6 to 50 kV</li><li>Unit Size: Each</li></ul></div></div>

Thermo Scientific AnStat-330 Online Sampling and Elemental Analysis Station

The AnStat-330 provides real-time elemental analysis of slurries, improving metal recovery and eliminating delays and the need for sampling pumps.

The Thermo Scientific™ AnStat-330 Online Sampling and Elemental Analysis Station is a high availability, low head loss solution for:<ul><li>Metallurgical accounting</li><li>High-quality measurement of critical slurry streams in mineral processing plants</li></ul>It features an integrated analyzer and a full-flow, multistage, representative sampler, delivering:<ul><li>Accurate real-time assays</li><li>Enhanced control of flotation circuits, including:<ul><li>Flotation plant feed</li><li>Roughing and cleaning circuits</li><li>Final concentrates and tailings</li></ul></li></ul><h3>🔧 Key Advantages</h3><ul><li>Eliminates:<ul><li>Costly and unreliable sample transport systems</li><li>Measurement lag from cycle time delays and cross-contamination common with centralized analyzers</li></ul></li><li>Delivers:<ul><li>Reliable and rapid response to process upsets and feed fluctuations</li><li>Low head loss design, removing the need for sample pumps</li><li>Simplified flotation plant layout and installation</li></ul></li></ul><h3>⚙️ Operational Benefits</h3>Use the AnStat-330 to:<ul><li>Improve processing efficiency</li><li>Reduce life-of-mine OPEX for sampling and analysis</li><li>Lower energy consumption</li><li>Optimize reagent use</li><li>Improve metal recovery</li><li>Maximize Net Smelter Return (NSR)</li></ul><h3>📌 Key Features</h3><ul><li>Real-time elemental analysis and composite sampling for effective process control and metallurgical accounting</li><li>Very low head loss for simplified plant design – no sample pumps required</li><li>Advanced EDXRF detector (Ca to U), with Peltier cooling for stable, reliable operation in harsh environments</li><li>Versatile, compact system – easy to integrate into existing plants</li><li>24/7 high availability for both analysis and sampling</li><li>Multistage proportional sampling, including final-stage hardened cross-cut sampler for representative samples</li><li>Low maintenance – only moving parts in final-stage cross-cut sampler</li><li>Final-stage sampler identical for both AnStat-330 and SamStat-30 across full flow range</li></ul><h3>🧩 Optional Features</h3><ul><li>Pebble screen: Removes oversized particles from cyclone overflow; acts as backup to upstream primary screen</li><li>Outlet distributor: Splits slurry flow into 2+ streams with defined volume ratios</li><li>Upwelling/reverse flow sampling zone: Ideal for particle size analysis (with PSM-500)</li><li>Vacuum filter: For use with composite sampling</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific™ FLASH 2000 CHNS/O Analyzers

The FLASH 2000 CHNS/O analyzer combines simplicity, precision, and low operating costs. Offers up to 12 configurations for a broad range of applications across science and industry.

<div><div>Decades of experience combined with our constant innovation in developing organic elemental analyzers (OEAs) contributed to the design of the Thermo Scientific™ FLASH 2000 CHNS/O Analyzers. This system delivers the ultimate in simplicity, precision, and cost effectiveness for any laboratory requiring the quantification of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, sulfur, and oxygen.Providing a reliable, high-speed, accurate 24/7 analytical solution to a range of industries, this series of flexible, configurable analyzers uses a globally recognized technique endorsed by official organizations worldwide.</div><div><h3>An Elemental Analysis Solution for a Range of Industries</h3>With an extraordinary range of applications, the modular design of the FLASH 2000 Series OEAs enables 12 configurations tailored to the fields of application they serve.<ul><li>Organic or inorganic chemistry and pharmaceuticals</li><li>Petrochemistry and energy</li><li>Environmental analysis</li><li>Material characterization</li><li>Agronomy and marine science</li><li>Food industry</li><li>Human and animal samples</li><li>Isotope analysis</li><li>Academic</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_FLASH_2000_CHNS_O_Analyzers_3139f1b44b.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific™ FLASH 2000 CHNS/O Analyzers" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_FLASH_2000_CHNS_O_Analyzers_3139f1b44b.jpg 149w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="680"><h3>Gain Cost Efficiency and Improve Productivity</h3>The simplicity of the OEA method combined with unparalleled data reproducibility and truly quantitative results are the essence of the sophisticated package of benefits offered by the FLASH 2000 Series OEA instruments.<ul><li>Wide analytical range, enabling extensive applications</li><li>Versatility and modularity, ensuring that performance meets users' requirements no matter how often those requirements change</li><li>Accuracy and precision due to the integrated mass flow controller, which enables high stability to deliver precise, accurate results in all sample types and concentrations</li><li>Ease of use as a result of the unique automated functions, reducing the demands on operators</li><li>Simplified operation with Thermo Scientific™ Eager Xperience™ software, which minimizes user involvement in set-up</li><li>Compatibility and automation no matter how high your throughput requirement, with a range of autosamplers that ensures efficient analysis</li><li>Comprehensive and user-friendly software, a useful and powerful tool tailored for every lab requirement</li><li>Ground-breaking OEA CookBook (4th edition), which provides a wealth of analysis tips to get optimal results every time</li></ul></div></div>

Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ iSpark Plus Fire Assay Analyzer

Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ iSpark Plus Fire Assay Analyzer – fast and accurate spark-OES system for direct precious metals analysis in lead buttons without cupellation.

<h4>Efficient and Clean Alternative to Traditional Fire Assay</h4>Traditional fire assay analysis is labor-intensive, expensive and environmentally harmful. The Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ iSpark Plus Fire Assay Analyzer provides a simple and clean alternative to traditional cupellation and analysis stages by using spark optical emission spectrometry (OES) to determine precious metal concentrations directly in lead buttons.With this system, you can achieve simultaneous quantitative determination of all precious metals in fire assay lead buttons in less than a minute. The ARL iSpark Plus is a high-end spark OES spectrometer specially optimized for lead button analysis.<h3>Applications and Detection Capabilities</h3>The analyzer is ideal for various types of samples in:<ul><li>Gold and platinum mining (plant control, exploration, metal accounting)</li><li>Precious metals refining and recycling</li><li>Contract laboratories</li></ul>Thanks to:<ul><li>1-meter focal length Paschen-Runge optics</li><li>High-performance photomultiplier tubes (PMTs)</li><li>Advanced signal processing technologies</li></ul>…it offers excellent detection limits for trace levels of gold, silver, and platinum group elements in lead buttons.<h4>Key Benefits and Technical Highlights</h4><ul><li>Unmatched hardware for long-term stability and reliability</li><li>Exceptional performance in detection limits, precision, accuracy and speed</li><li>Minimal training required for operators</li><li>Automation-ready: streamlined sample prep and high throughput</li><li>Factory-calibrated for fast commissioning</li><li>Compatible with automated fire assay labs</li></ul><h4>Advanced Technology Inside</h4><ul><li>Current Controlled Source (CCS): Flexible spark discharge control for high sensitivity, reproducibility and small sample geometry</li><li>Time Resolved Spectroscopy (TRS): Signal acquisition at optimal timing for improved sensitivity and precision</li><li>1-meter Paschen-Runge vacuum polychromator for excellent resolution</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2028">Thermo Scientific™ OXSAS™ software</a>: Powerful and intuitive interface</li><li>Temperature-controlled cast iron cabinet: ±0.1°C at 38 °C</li><li>Argon-flushed, water-cooled table with closed-loop coolant system</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 100 X-ray Diffractometer

The ARL EQUINOX 100 is a compact benchtop XRD for QC, research, and routine use. It captures full diffraction patterns in real time with a CPS detector — no moving parts or scanning needed.

<h4>Compact, powerful, and flexible benchtop XRD system for routine and advanced applications</h4>The ARL EQUINOX 100 is a compact benchtop X-ray diffractometer (XRD) designed for quality control, academic research, and routine analysis. It features a unique curved position-sensitive (CPS) detector that enables real-time acquisition of the entire diffraction pattern — with no moving parts and no scanning required.<h3>Key Features</h3><ul><li>Real-time acquisition: entire diffraction pattern captured in seconds</li><li>Wide angular range: up to 110° 2θ without moving components</li><li>No external water cooling: no chiller required</li><li>Standard power outlet: plug-and-play with no special electrical setup</li><li>Low-power microfocus X-ray source: high intensity and efficient optics</li><li>Versatile measurement: reflection and transmission modes</li><li>Easy installation: suitable for labs, mobile labs, and field vans</li></ul><h3>Sample Handling &amp; Accessories</h3><ul><li>Fixed non-spinning sample stage</li><li>Spinning stages for powders, bulks, filters, and pressed pellets</li><li>Capillary sample stage for transmission mode</li><li>Controlled atmosphere sample stage</li><li>6-position automatic sample changer</li><li>Dedicated stage for thin film analysis (GIXRD, XRR)</li><li>Temperature-controlled stages (–10 °C to 500 °C)</li></ul><h3>Typical Applications</h3><ul><li>Phase identification and quantification</li><li>Degree of crystallinity, crystallite size, and lattice parameters</li><li>Crystal structure solutions and Rietveld refinement</li><li>Thin film characterization (GIXRD, XRR)</li><li>In-situ and dynamic studies (e.g., phase transitions)</li><li>Fields: materials science, geology, nanomaterials, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, metallurgy, teaching</li></ul><h3>Software &amp; Compliance</h3><ul><li>SolstiX™ XRD Software with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance</li><li>Electronic signatures, audit trails, secured data handling — ideal for pharmaceutical QA/QC environments</li></ul><h3>Why Choose ARL EQUINOX 100?</h3><ul><li>Simultaneous, real-time data acquisition</li><li>Compact, rugged, and mobile-ready design</li><li>High performance at low operating cost</li><li>Flexible platform for a broad range of samples and applications</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific MEP-300 Upgrade Package for MSA and AnStat

Streamline slurry analysis with the Thermo Scientific™ MEP-300 probe—no liquid nitrogen needed. Replaces MEP/MEP-200 and features SDD technology for reliable, high-performance XRF results.

<h4>Enhance XRF Slurry Analysis with the Thermo Scientific™ MEP-300 Multi-Element Probe – No Liquid Nitrogen Required</h4>Streamline elemental analysis of slurries with the Thermo Scientific™ MEP-300 Multi-Element Probe, designed to eliminate the need for liquid nitrogen while improving performance and reliability. Developed as a direct replacement for earlier MEP and MEP-200 immersion probes used in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2027">AnStat </a>and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2004">MSA</a> X-ray analyzer systems, the MEP-300 leverages advanced Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) technology for superior results in demanding industrial environments.<h3>Why Choose the MEP-300 Probe?</h3><h4>Advanced SDD Technology</h4><ul><li>Operates without cryogenic cooling</li><li>Delivers lower detection limits and improved analytical accuracy</li><li>Achieves higher count rates, reduced background, and wider field of view</li><li>Demonstrated stability under shock and vibration, ideal for on-line industrial use</li><li>No special storage or handling required</li></ul><h4>Occupational Health &amp; Safety</h4><ul><li>No liquid nitrogen, eliminating associated hazards</li><li>Enhanced radiation safety with:<ul><li>Automatic source retraction on window rupture or probe lift</li><li>Fail-safe, spring-loaded design to withdraw the source on power loss</li><li>High-visibility beacon for status and alarm indication</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Optimized Maintenance &amp; Operations</h4><ul><li>Zero ongoing cost for liquid nitrogen</li><li>Lower cost of spare parts</li><li>Field-repairable detector — no need to return to the factory</li><li>Easy-to-replace modules and cable assemblies</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_MEP_300_Upgrade_Package_for_MSA_and_An_Stat_87564bbe7b.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific MEP-300 Upgrade Package for MSA and AnStat." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_MEP_300_Upgrade_Package_for_MSA_and_An_Stat_87564bbe7b.jpg 192w," sizes="100vw" width="1374" height="1116"><h3>Specifications</h3><ul><li>Air Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Instrument Air: ANSI ISA-S7 0 0-1996 (clean and dry to 0.1 microns with dew point &lt;2°C)</li><li>Air Pressure: 550 kPa nominal – 1000 kPa maximum</li></ul></li><li>Certifications/Compliance: CE, ICES 001, CSA, FCC Part 15B and RCM AS/NZS CISPR11</li><li>Electrical Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Three Phase 48 to 62 Hz. Max 2.5kVA Neutral not required.</li><li>Identical power requirements to previous generation products.</li><li>Any of the standard three phase voltages used in the world mining industry in the range 380–600 Volts AC may be factory or field selected.</li><li>Variation should not exceed ±10% of the nominal voltage selected.</li></ul></li><li>Operating Temperature:&nbsp;<ul><li>Ambient -10°C to +55°C (measured at enclosure surface temperature, temperature to not exceed 55°C)</li><li>Process Fluid: 0°C to 45°C, Check with factory for higher temperature options</li></ul></li><li>Type: MEP-300 Upgrade Package for MSA and AnStat</li><li>Unit Size: Each</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 1000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer

The Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ EQUINOX 1000 enables ultra-fast XRD with a unique curved detector capturing all diffraction peaks at once, delivering complete analysis in just minutes.

The Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ EQUINOX 1000 offers very fast measurements compared to other diffractometers due to our unique EQUINOX curved detector that can measure all diffraction peaks simultaneously across a wide angular range. It will take you just a few minutes on most samples to get a complete analysis regardless of your resolution requirements.<ul><li>Research</li><li>Environment</li><li>Geology, Cement, Mining</li><li>Metallurgy</li><li>Pharmaceuticals</li><li>Education</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_ec89ff8753.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 1000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer: No scanning required. Measures the whole 2 theta range simultaneously and in real time." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_ec89ff8753.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="800" height="361">The ARL EQUINOX 1000 is a rugged multi-purpose benchtop style instrument designed for QA/QC, academic and routine X-ray diffraction applications. The ARL EQUINOX 1000 is the perfect instrument when space becomes a priority. With its truly excellent performance it is the perfect match for laboratories that are looking for a simple and powerful benchtop X-ray diffractometer. Several sample holders are available on this instrument such as a 6 or 30 positions sample holder, powder transmission mode sample holders, small thin film sample attachment.<ul><li>Real time acquisition</li><li>Easy to use</li><li>No alignment needed</li><li>Very reliable</li><li>Superb resolution</li><li>No maintenance &nbsp;</li><li>You want to perform transmission analysis? Choose either the Sample Spinner for reflection and transmission analysis on powder samples or the capillary sample holder for Transmission mode analysis depending on your needs.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_2_2d447eb239.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 1000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_2_2d447eb239.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1074" height="286"><ul><li>You need to analyze several powder samples a day? Optimize your throughput with the 6 or 30 position sample changer. &nbsp;</li><li>You need to perform grazing incidence measurement on small samples? Try our Small Thin Layer analysis attachment.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_3_7b095f3848.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 1000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer: Silver Behenate powder sample recorded on EQUINOX 1000 in reflection mode." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_3_7b095f3848.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="871" height="450"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_4_4ef24412ee.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 1000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer: Si powder sample recorded on ARL EQUINOX 1000 in reflection mode." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_1000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_4_4ef24412ee.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="871" height="452"><h3>Specification</h3><ul><li>X-ray source: Generator: 3500 W (60kV / 60mA - Option 30kV limitation) Cu, Co - Standard sealed X-ray tube</li><li>Detector: Curved Position Sensitive X-ray Detector, CPS 180 Curvature radius: 180mm Acquisition in real time over 110° 2Theta</li><li>Goniometric table: No moving parts: acquisition in asymmetric mode</li><li>Sample holders:&nbsp;<ul><li>Fixed, with or without sample rotation&nbsp;</li><li>Reflection or transmission mode&nbsp;</li><li>Zero background sample cup&nbsp;</li><li>Sample changer: 6 or 30 positions&nbsp;</li><li>Thin layer attachment</li></ul></li><li>Optic: Monochromatic (Germanium, Graphite)</li><li>Computer: Windows© 8, 7 Vista, XP</li><li>Software:&nbsp;<ul><li>Real time diffractogram display&nbsp;</li><li>Multiple and automatic recording&nbsp;</li><li>Peak search&nbsp;</li><li>Deconvolution with several shapes&nbsp;</li><li>Phase indentification and quantification&nbsp;</li><li>Degree of crystallinity determination&nbsp;</li><li>Cell parameters, crystallite size, lattice strain&nbsp;</li><li>Crystal structure analysis&nbsp;</li><li>Rietveld analysis&nbsp;</li><li>Free open database for search match&nbsp;</li><li>Option: ICDD PDF2 or PDF4 databases</li></ul></li><li>Power: 30-32A / 208-230V / 50-60Hz</li><li>Weight: ~90 kg</li><li>Cooling water:&nbsp;<ul><li>Flow: ~3,5l/min&nbsp;</li><li>T°C: ~18 / 25°C</li></ul></li><li>Dimensions: 996 mm H x 715 mm D x 750 mm W</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 3000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer

Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 3000 XRD: real-time acquisition, no scanning, superb resolution, versatile sample handling, reliable and easy to use for research and industry.

The Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ EQUINOX 3000 measurements are very fast compared with other diffractometers in that the unique Inel curved detector can measure all diffraction peaks simultaneously. Due to this acquisition in real time, all kinetic studies are facilitated.The Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ EQUINOX 3500 is an evolution of ARL EQUINOX 3000 model. It is exactly the same configuration except that it works with a bigger radius of curvature detector. So, obtained data have a better resolution.<ul><li>Research</li><li>Environment</li><li>Geology, Cement, Mining</li><li>Metallurgy</li><li>Pharmaceuticals</li><li>Education</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_3000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_3_9768c30fd3.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 3000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer: No scanning required. Measures the whole 2 theta range simultaneously and in real time." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_3000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_3_9768c30fd3.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="790" height="556">The ARL EQUINOX 3000 is a a research-grade diffractometer with a very high resolution diffraction system providing the user a choice of features including higher resolution detectors, a larger sample area and choice of X-ray sources.The free space in the sample compartment is very large and will accommodate practically any sample and any sample handling device including furnaces, auto samplers, large assemblies, etc.<ul><li>Real time acquisition</li><li>Extremely accurate</li><li>Easy to use</li><li>No alignment needed</li><li>Very reliable</li><li>Superb resolution</li><li>No maintenance &nbsp;</li><li>You want to perform transmission analysis? Choose either the Sample Spinner for reflection and transmission analysis on powder samples or the capillary sample holder for Transmission mode analysis depending on your needs. &nbsp;</li><li>You need to analyze several powder samples a day? Optimize your throughput with the 6 or 30 position sample changer. &nbsp;</li><li>You need to perform grazing incidence measurement? Try our Thin Layer analysis attachment.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_3000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_9649c7af2e.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 3000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer: HTK1200N, TTK450." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_3000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_9649c7af2e.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1228" height="336"><ul><li>This system allows you to work with controlled temperature or atmosphere chamber. Anton Paar and other suppliers chambers can be availabledepending on your needs.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_3000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_2_94015af651.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific ARL EQUINOX 3000 Benchtop X-Ray Diffractometer: LaB6 powder sample recorded on ARL EQUINOX 3000 in reflection mode." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_ARL_EQUINOX_3000_Benchtop_X_Ray_Diffractometer_2_94015af651.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="850" height="334"><h3>Specification</h3><ul><li>X-ray source: Generator: 3500 W (60kV / 60mA - Option 30kV limitation) Standard sealed X-ray tube: Cu, Co, Mo, ... radiation</li><li>Detector:&nbsp;<ul><li>Curved Position Sensitive X-ray Detector, CPS120&nbsp;</li><li>Curvature radius: 250mm&nbsp;</li><li>Acquisition in real time over 120° 2Theta&nbsp;</li><li>Option: CPS590 (500mm, 90° 2Theta – EQUINOX 3500)</li></ul></li><li>Goniometric table:&nbsp;<ul><li>No moving parts&nbsp;</li><li>Acquisition in asymmetric mode</li></ul></li><li>Sample holders:&nbsp;<ul><li>Fixed, with or without sample rotation&nbsp;</li><li>Reflection or transmission mode&nbsp;</li><li>Sample changer: 6 or 30 positions&nbsp;</li><li>Thin layer attachment</li></ul></li><li>Special camera:&nbsp;<ul><li>Heating camera: low and high temperature&nbsp;</li><li>Humidity chamber, Electrochemistry cell</li></ul></li><li>Optic: Monochromatic</li><li>Computer: Windows© 8, 7 Vista, XP</li><li>Software:&nbsp;<ul><li>Real time diffractogram display&nbsp;</li><li>Multiple and automatic recording&nbsp;</li><li>Peak search&nbsp;</li><li>Deconvolution with several shapes&nbsp;</li><li>Phase identification and quantification&nbsp;</li><li>Degree of crystallinity determination&nbsp;</li><li>Cell parameters, crystallite size, lattice strain&nbsp;</li><li>Crystal structure analysis&nbsp;</li><li>Transition phase&nbsp;</li><li>Thin film (reflectometry, etc.)&nbsp;</li><li>Rietveld analysis&nbsp;</li><li>Free open database for search match&nbsp;</li><li>Option: ICDD PDF2 or PDF4 databases</li></ul></li><li>Power: 30-32A / 208-230V / 50-60 Hz</li><li>Cooling water: Flow: ≈ 3,5 L/min - T°C: ≈18 to 25 °C</li><li>Dimensions:&nbsp;<ul><li>1565 mm H x 750 mm D x 1040 mm W EQUINOX 3000&nbsp;</li><li>1815 mm H x 744 mm D x 1206 mm W EQUINOX 3500</li></ul></li></ul>

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