Specelex Pesquisa e Universidades
Global academic portal for portable XRF — sample analysis help, method consulting, teaching partnerships, and lab procurement for universities and research institutes.
How We Help Researchers
Five ways to work with Specelex — from a single thesis sample to a core-facility procurement program.
Ajuda com análise de amostras
Envie detalhes da amostra — orientamos sobre viabilidade, método e encaminhamento a laboratórios demo ou instalações parceiras.
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Demo e testes in loco
Empreste uma unidade demo ou agende visita de engenheiro de aplicação para trabalho de tese ou avaliação de aquisição.
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Consultoria de métodos e dados
Efeitos de matriz, estratégia de calibração, interpretação de espectros — orientação inicial gratuita para pesquisadores.
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Parceria de ensino
Módulos de curso, exercícios de laboratório, integração com Academy e programas semestrais de instrumentos para departamentos.
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Aquisição de laboratório e plataforma
Compradores PI e de instalações centrais — seleção de modelo, especificações de licitação, rede multiunidade e preços acadêmicos.
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Disciplines We Support
Beyond materials science — geology, environment, archaeology, chemistry, mechanical engineering, and more.
Materiais e metalurgia
De graus de liga ao QC de filmes finos
Geologia e ciências da Terra
Geoquímica de campo para testemunhos e afloramentos
Ciências ambientais e do solo
Triagem de metais pesados em solos e poeira
Arqueologia e patrimônio
Composição não destrutiva de artefatos
Química e engenharia química
Triagem elementar rápida antes da química úmida
Mecânica e manufatura
Verificação de ligas para estruturas e soldas
How It Works
From first inquiry to measured results — typically within days, not weeks.
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Submit your inquiry
Tell us your institution, discipline, sample type, and what help you need — analysis, demo, method advice, or procurement.
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We respond within 48 hours
Our research team reviews feasibility and routes you to the right program — often with free initial method guidance.
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Plan your workflow
Sample routing, demo scheduling, teaching modules, or procurement specs — tailored to your lab and budget.
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Measure & document
On-site, demo-lab, or your facility — with PDF reports, spectra, and Academy resources for your team.
Academic success story
Departamento de Materiais Reduz Fila de Amostras de Tese em 60%
XRF portátil compartilhada para laboratórios de ligas de graduação e triagem de amostras de pós-graduação antes de SEM/ICP.
Lab Connect Partner Network
Universities and institutes collaborating on teaching, demo, and analysis programs.
Research FAQ
Common questions from students, PIs, and lab managers.
Can undergraduate students submit samples for analysis?
Yes — with your supervisor's approval. Select your role and describe your course or thesis context in the inquiry form.
Is the first method consultation really free?
We provide free initial feasibility and method guidance within 48 hours. Paid analysis or demo scheduling is quoted separately.
What sample types can portable XRF handle in a university lab?
Solids and powders with flat surfaces work best — alloys, soils, rocks, ceramics, and metals. Liquids require special sample cups; very light elements (e.g. C, O) are not detectable.
How do we join the Lab Connect partner network?
Submit a teaching partnership or procurement inquiry — our academic team reviews fit and onboarding steps for your department.
Can Specelex data be used in published research?
Yes, with proper method citation. We provide PDF reports with instrument metadata. Confirm critical results with certified lab methods as required by your journal.
Not sure if XRF can measure your sample?
Submit your question — our research team provides free initial feasibility guidance within 48 hours.