How to Choose a Portable XRF Analyzer
Pro vs Max vs Ultra — and the five questions every buyer should answer before purchasing.
Specelex Team · 2025-06-15
Buying portable XRF is a multi-year decision. Here is a practical framework.
Five key questions
1. Which elements matter? Alloy PMI needs Cr, Ni, Mo; mining needs pathfinders; RoHS needs Pb, Cd, Br.
2. Field or lab? Ruggedness, battery life, and GPS matter for field teams.
3. Detector type? SDD (Max/Ultra) offers better resolution than PIN for complex alloys.
4. Software & libraries? Grade ID, cloud reporting, and audit trails reduce long-term cost.
5. Service & calibration? Local support and check samples keep programs compliant.
Specelex lineup
- Pro — RoHS, coatings, entry alloy PMI
- Max — Full alloy PMI, mining, soil
- Ultra — Aerospace, Ti alloys, highest performance
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