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Yes! PMI can use handheld xrf like this.

​@@AlloyGeek wow, I miss when I used to follow my dad to workshops. Titan Bruker was the device he used, forgot the name. 15 secs to hold absolutely still and it wasn't that accurate 😢 but this XRF gave the results super quick! Bet it's even more accurate!

@@rsaldivar4218 we only sell accessories online. Reach out through our contact us form online for a handheld metal analyzer

Hi Katie! We do not have any advanced SciAps videos yet. Your best bet is to reach out to SciAps directly. If you call their support line, someone should help you quickly.

@@AlloyGeek thanks for the quick response. The Sci Aps tech wasn’t of help when I reached out to them which is why I came here. Thanks!

@@katienasiatka6365 Yes! Sorry! If we could guide you through this, we would! Maybe a good video idea for the future!

This can depend on a lot of factors. In short, melting properly sorted metals like a batch of only 6061 where you have verified every single piece of 6061 as the correct alloy will yield a good melt of 6061, so long as you do not mix it or dwell it with anything else. Some factors that could cause an off chemistry mix: dirty furnace lining, dirty ladle lining, improper scrap sorting, the list goes on. However, I can tell you from experience that most important part of the entire process is what you put in the furnace to begin with.

@@AlloyGeek Thanks a lot! 🙂

I’m thinking over 20k

Sorry to hear this. Sounds like you will need to contact the manufacturer of your handheld XRF.

Around 10k or more

It depends how high of temperature. In general, all handheld metal analyzers are built to survive room temperature.

About 4 lbs and yes it can have a wrist strap! 😀

Yes, a handheld XRF like the one used in this video must be registered with your local state in the USA. They emit about as much xray as a dental xray. Local governments regulate them because xrays are invisible and the goal is to keep people from accidentally exposing themselves to xray. These devices are very cool! They allow you to see exactly what elemental composition (%) that is in any metal. They even tell you what the alloy is called! 😀

If you'll take a bath with it )

Sounds like you shouldnt toss the stanley into a fire. Or lick the plug

The company said it won’t unless the bottom is damaged

That is not my area of expertise. It appears the lead (Pb) is in some sort of polymer matrix. It's unlikely washing in the dishwasher would lead to lead contamination since soap and water typically removes lead from surfaces. We can't say for sure if the lead will leach out without testing. If you hand wash you shouldn't have any issues.

We use all models of hhxrf. What would you like to see with the other models?

@@AlloyGeek Alloy plus

If you are using a Z-Series handheld LIBS unit you likely need to perform drift correction. See this video: ua-cam.com/video/7znPZ6Xu6Rg/v-deo.html The second thing you can do is work on the cal factors for the instrument. This will come in a future video. For now, try the drift correction and see if that resolves your issue. If you're still seeing variation, you may need to take multiple readings and average them.

The laser that strikes the surface makes a small mark on the sample typically within machining roughness. It is not a big arc like a welder uses. The laser is only a few microns across.

We've worked with thousands of businesses and never come across anyone using Mac OS. You need to email Thermo Scientific directly for that info.

There are many solder alloys but sometimes solder does not show up as a true alloy. You also need what's called a "small spot" which collimates the X-Ray beam down to a smaller size to target the smaller sample size of the pads on a circuit board. We will try to do a video in the future.

The Bluetooth function is only used to connect an external printer. To transmit data, use the USB cord.

Yes! The SciAps Z902 does really well with lithium analysis in aluminum alloys.

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Replace the windows if they get dirty or damaged. I say once per month at a minimum.

Each LIBS unit has its own NOHD (safety distance). The SciAps Z901 (and other Z-Series LIBS units) have an NOHD of 13 meters. There are safety features built into each device to prevent errant firing. When the sample covers the analysis window completely, it contains the laser. Lastly, there has been no reports of anyone getting hurt with any handheld LIBS unit on the market.