SciAps X-550 Professional Metal Analyzer
The SciAps X-550 Professional Metal Analyzer is a portable handheld XRF analyzer designed for rapid alloy identification, PMI inspections, scrap metal sorting, and industrial quality control with laboratory-grade accuracy.
Description
SciAps X-550 Professional Metal Analyzer
Advanced Handheld XRF Analyzer for Professional Alloy Identification and Metal Analysis
The SciAps X-550 Professional Metal Analyzer is a high-performance handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer designed for rapid, accurate, and non-destructive elemental analysis of metals and alloys. Engineered for Positive Material Identification (PMI), scrap metal recycling, manufacturing quality control, and industrial inspection, the X-550 combines advanced XRF technology with a lightweight ergonomic design to deliver laboratory-quality results directly in the field.
Built around a powerful X-ray source and a large-area Silicon Drift Detector (SDD), the SciAps X-550 provides exceptional analytical performance, enabling users to identify alloy grades within seconds while maintaining high accuracy across a broad elemental range.
Why Choose the SciAps X-550 Professional Metal Analyzer?
Designed for Speed, Accuracy, and Reliability
The SciAps X-550 is optimized for professionals who require fast elemental analysis without sacrificing accuracy. Whether performing PMI inspections in refineries, sorting scrap metal, or verifying incoming materials, the analyzer delivers dependable results in demanding industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Fast alloy grade identification
- Accurate elemental quantification
- Lightweight and ergonomic design
- Rugged field-ready construction
- Advanced Silicon Drift Detector technology
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- Hot-swappable battery system
- Real-time reporting and data sharing
- Low limits of detection for critical alloying elements
- Intuitive Android-based operating platform
Applications
Positive Material Identification (PMI)
Industrial Alloy Verification
The X-550 is widely used for PMI programs in:
- Oil and gas facilities
- Petrochemical plants
- Refineries
- Power generation facilities
- Chemical processing plants
- Aerospace manufacturing
- Industrial fabrication workshops
Common PMI Materials
- Stainless steel
- Duplex stainless steel
- Nickel alloys
- Cobalt alloys
- Titanium alloys
- Chromium alloys
- Tool steels
- High-temperature superalloys
Scrap Metal Recycling
Fast Scrap Sorting
The analyzer enables rapid separation of:
- Stainless steel grades
- Aluminum alloys
- Copper alloys
- Nickel alloys
- Titanium alloys
- High-temperature alloys
- Mixed scrap streams
Recycling Benefits
- Improved material recovery
- Reduced sorting errors
- Increased operational efficiency
- Higher scrap value realization
Manufacturing Quality Control
Incoming Material Verification
Manufacturers utilize the X-550 to verify:
- Raw material composition
- Supplier compliance
- Production quality standards
- Alloy certification requirements
Mining and Geological Analysis
Exploration and Resource Evaluation
The analyzer can be deployed for:
- Ore screening
- Mineral exploration
- Field geochemistry
- Mining grade control
- Pathfinding element analysis
Key Features
Advanced Silicon Drift Detector (SDD)
The large-area SDD delivers superior count rates and spectral resolution, enabling faster analyses and more precise elemental measurements.
Detector Benefits
- Improved accuracy
- Faster testing times
- Better precision
- Enhanced repeatability
- Lower detection limits
High-Performance X-Ray Tube
The X-ray tube is optimized to excite a wide range of elements efficiently, allowing accurate analysis of both light and heavy metals.
Supported Elements
The SciAps X-550 can analyze:
- Magnesium (Mg)*
- Aluminum (Al)*
- Silicon (Si)*
- Phosphorus (P)
- Sulfur (S)
- Potassium (K)
- Calcium (Ca)
- Titanium (Ti)
- Vanadium (V)
- Chromium (Cr)
- Manganese (Mn)
- Iron (Fe)
- Cobalt (Co)
- Nickel (Ni)
- Copper (Cu)
- Zinc (Zn)
- Molybdenum (Mo)
- Silver (Ag)
- Tin (Sn)
- Tungsten (W)
- Lead (Pb)
- Gold (Au)
- Uranium (U)
Android-Based User Interface
Modern Software Platform
The Android-powered interface offers:
- Touchscreen operation
- Wireless connectivity
- Cloud synchronization
- Instant report generation
- User management
- Secure data storage
Wireless Data Communication
Connectivity Features
- Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
- USB
- Cloud-based reporting support
- Remote data transfer
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | SciAps X-550 Professional Metal Analyzer |
| Technology | Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (EDXRF) |
| Instrument Type | Handheld XRF Analyzer |
| Primary Function | Metal and Alloy Analysis |
| Applications | PMI, Scrap Sorting, Manufacturing QC, Mining |
| X-Ray Tube Type | Miniature X-Ray Tube |
| Tube Power | 5 W |
| Tube Voltage | Up to 50 kV |
| Tube Current | Up to 200 µA |
| Tube Anode Material | Gold (Au) |
| Detector Type | Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) |
| Detector Area | 20 mm² or 50 mm² (configuration dependent) |
| Detector Resolution | ≤140 eV FWHM |
| Analytical Method | Fundamental Parameters |
| Beam Configuration | Multiple Automatic Beams |
| Filter System | Automatic Multi-Position Filter Wheel |
| Elemental Range | Mg to U |
| Alloy Analysis Mode | Yes |
| PMI Mode | Yes |
| Scrap Sorting Mode | Yes |
| Mining Mode | Optional |
| Geochemistry Mode | Optional |
| Environmental Mode | Optional |
| Precious Metals Mode | Optional |
| Calibration Type | Factory Calibrated |
| User Calibration | Supported |
| Grade Library | Extensive Alloy Database |
| Grade Matching | Automatic |
| Alloy Identification Speed | 1–2 Seconds Typical |
| Quantitative Analysis Time | 2–10 Seconds Typical |
| Display Type | Capacitive Touchscreen |
| Display Size | 2.7 Inch Color Display |
| Operating System | Android |
| Processor | ARM Cortex-A53 Quad-Core |
| CPU Speed | 1.2 GHz |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB |
| Data Export | CSV, PDF, XLS |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| USB Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Camera | Integrated Camera |
| GPS | Optional |
| Barcode Scanner | Optional |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Runtime | Up to 8–10 Hours |
| Hot Swap Capability | Yes |
| AC Power Operation | Supported |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Humidity Range | Up to 95% Non-Condensing |
| Environmental Protection | Industrial Rugged Design |
| Housing Material | Aerospace-Grade Aluminum |
| Weight | Approximately 1.3–1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | Approx. 216 × 241 × 61 mm |
| User Profiles | Multi-User |
| Password Protection | Supported |
| Data Backup | Supported |
| Report Generation | Automatic |
| Cloud Connectivity | Supported |
| Regulatory Compliance | CE |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| Radiation Safety | International Standards Compliant |








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