OverviewThe EDX-8100 is an energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) spectrometer for routine and advanced elemental analysis of solids, powders, liquids and thin films. It combines a compact footprint with a large sample chamber and supports helium purge and vacuum measurement modes for enhanced detection of light elements in liquids.
Features- Applications
- Electrical and electronic materials analysis, RoHS and halogen screening
- Thin-film analysis for semiconductors, discs, liquid crystals and solar cells
- Functional design
- Large sample chamber while minimizing installed width (approx. 20% smaller than previous model)
- PCEDX Navi software
- Graphical interface with simplified workflows for new users and advanced options for experienced analysts
- Analytical capabilities
- Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) and optimized hardware for high sensitivity, fast analysis and improved energy resolution
- Support for light element detection, including enhanced sensitivity for liquids using helium purge
- Sample flexibility
- Accepts small to large samples, powders, liquids and thin films
- Optional vacuum measurement unit and helium purge unit
- Quantitation functions
- Calibration curve method and comprehensive quantitation tools for routine and specialized analyses
Videos (examples)- EDX-7000/8000 Series — demonstration of instrument capabilities and typical applications
- Analysis of natural vs imitation precious stones — example of light element analysis using EDX-8000/8100
Specifications- Instrument type: Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (bench-top)
- Model: EDX-8100
- Detector: Silicon Drift Detector (SDD)
- X-ray source: Rh tube; voltage range typically 4 kV – 50 kV
- Cooling: air-cooled (no liquid nitrogen required)
- Measurement range: light elements up to uranium (model-dependent)
- Options: helium purge unit, vacuum measurement unit, RoHS screening kit, automated sample changer
- Sample handling: large sample chamber; supports powders, liquids, thin films and solid samples of various sizes
- Software: PCEDX Navi for simplified operation and advanced analysis functions
- Quantitation: calibration curve method, fundamental parameter options and other quantitation functions
- Dimensions (approx.): 46 cm x 59 cm x 36 cm; Weight (approx.): 45 kg