How To Use a Portable XRF - Sampling on a Portable X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer Bruker S1 TITAN

[@christinecl429]

Hello, may I use a part of this video in a video-presentation exam for university?

[@matiastrujillo9807]

Muchas gracias por el video!! :D

[@lawaljamiu3457]

This is a brilliant video coverage.Does this analyser works Coltan too.Tantalite ore to be specific

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi Lawal, thank you and yes you will be able to detect niobium and tantalum.

[@devilno5907]

Thanks for your video, I have a few questions about the sample cup. Now I'm having the S1 Titan 800, I want to measure loose powder precious metal sample, is it ok if I use the sample cup in this video to measure or I need to check for the others? Thank for your helps

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hello, the sample cup used in this video should be fine to use for your samples.

[@manager4409]

Would this get an accurate reading if I used it on tiny 1-2mm rock grains individually? Instead of a bowl of powder like you used, I'm wondering if a 1mm rock grain is enough material for it to get a reading.

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

For the best results you want the sample to cover the whole aperture of the window. A press power gives good homogenous results.

[@manager4409]

@@ProfessorSpectrum then what about collimators that aim the x-ray at a tiny

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

@@manager4409 Yes you can use a collimator, to block out the extra x-rays. How ever you will receive less counts, so you may have to compensate by increasing scan time.

[@manager4409]

Thanks! They even make polycapillary optic mirrors that aim the x ray to as small as 50 microns. So obviously it must get a reading from a tiny grain. I guess I don't understand why you need a large sample if the x ray is tiny (even without a collimator)

[@manager4409]

So in theory you could get fully accurate elemental readings off one tiny 50 micron rock grain as long as you let it get a longer count?

[@davidcurtis7547]

I want to know how much this fantastic tool costs? I will be checking

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi, thanks for your inquiry. For information on our pricing please fill in the inquiry form on our website www.portaspecs.com/service/s1-titan/ thanks :)

[@ManojKumar-bh2ic]

How many price this machine

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi, thanks for your inquiry. For information on our pricing please fill in the inquiry form on our website www.portaspecs.com/service/s1-titan/ thanks :)

[@maliktrpk]

My S1 Titan XRF shows only two tabs in utilities button but in all videos I have seen 6 tabs ... please guide

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi, it is possible that your login profile to the specific instrument does not include access to these functions. If you are concerned that this is impacting the usability or ability to analyse with your instrument you can email us at [e-mail] and we can provide further assistance.

[@maliktrpk]

Thanks for guidance ..

[@virgisst761]

And what about platinum group metals and gold?? Can be detected?

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Both platinum group elements and gold can be detected by pXRF. Measuring gold with pXRF must be done carefully however due to the "nuggety" nature of gold within a sample. You can easily end up with an over representation or underrepresentation of gold in your sample depending on whether you happen to hit the nugget. The established exploration method for Au mineralisation is to use a portable XRF instrument to identify pathfinder elements that can be used as vectors towards gold during exploration.

[@sofiavalentinaalavagalvez8945]

good afternoon dear. One question, I am doing my degree work and I am using the S1 TITAN XRF-BRUKER ELEMENTAL equipment I was looking for its technical specifications and I can't find I would like to know if you could help me by providing me with information on in which units the data is reflected in PPM, or any other. I await your prompt reply.. thanks a lot. Best regards.

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi Sofia, depending on the calibration it will either be in ppm or percent (all elements will be in the same units). Depending on the order of magnitude you are getting in your results, this will determine if it is ppm or pct.

[@Cygnus0007]

I'm looking for this machine please how much

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hello, please get in touch with our team. We'd love to help www.portaspecs.com/contact-us/

[@shaorongyang1688]

It looks like this does not detect sodium or lithium. Is that correct?

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi Shaorong, correct a portable XRF (pXRF) instrument can detect elements from Magnesium to Uranium. However, here at Portable Spectral Services we have created a lithium index which can be used on the Bruker S1 TITAN or the Bruker TRACER. While pXRF cannot detect lithium (Z3) directly it can detect elements associated with LCT Pegmatite mineralisation (opposite). Directly detecting this suite of elements on the pXRF and other elements associated with LCT Pegmatites an estimation of the lithium content is made; referred to as the Lithium Index. www.portaspecs.com/detecting-the-undetectable-lithium-by-portable-xrf/ Hope this helps :)

[@josedimasgarrido2303]

Gostaria de saber a profundidade de alcance do minérios em solos

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi Jose, when analysing it is important to have a decent thickness of the sample as to reach what is referred to as infinite thickness. This ensures the X-rays do not pass straight through the sample and are able to reach the XRF detector. The depth the X-rays reach is dependent on the sample itself.

[@ahmad58076]

How much sir

[@moustaphazaher1532]

How much would one cost

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hello, we are an Australian distributor for Bruker. For prices please get in touch with us by emailing [e-mail]

[@elenchezheyanm3725]

Price details?

[@ProfessorSpectrum]

Hi, thanks for your inquiry. For information on our pricing please fill in the inquiry form on our website www.portaspecs.com/service/s1-titan/ thanks :)

[@BinneReitsma]

Around +-25k in euro's.

[@davidcurtis7547]

That is what I wanted to know . Price point . According to Scrap Metal Frylain about $25,000 dollars ,which doesn't surprise me . I have contacted the company to ask about , price availability and down hole possibilities