Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometers Comparison

This page provides a quick overview of 4 models of Energy Dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometers. Our product lineup includes the flagship model ALTRACE with high throughput and unparalleled sensitivity, the EDX-7200 which supports compliance of the newest consumer and environmental regulations; the EDX-8100, which offers a high level of accuracy and speed when analyzing elements and can also detect ultra-light elements; and the EDX-LE, which is designed specifically for screening elements regulated by RoHS/ELV directives. Choose the model that best suits your analysis needs.

Summary of Product Features
Comparison Table
FAQ

1. Summary of Product Features

ALTRACE

Unparalleled Sensitivity
• Implement batch elemental analysis from the ppm to percent levels.
• Screen from sub ppm to percent levels.
• Convenient analysis of liquid and powder samples.

Escape from Complicated Pretreatment
• No need for complicated chemical pretreatment before analysis.
• Direct and simple screening, and also precise.
• Lower cost and easier operation compared to methods that incorporate pretreatment.

High Throughput and Efficiency
• Automatic consecutive analyses of up to 48 samples.
• User-friendly drawer style tray.
• Support for interrupted analysis during measurements.

EDX-8100

Unrivaled Analytical Performance
• High sensitivity, high speed and high resolution

Comprehensive Quantitation Functions
• Supports calibration curve, fundamental parameter, film FP, background FP methods

Easy-To-Use Operation
• Easy instrument startup and automatic X-ray tube aging
• Support various data output formats

EDX-7200

High Speed, High Sensitivity and High Accuracy
• Improved performance helps to reduce measurement times and enhance the reliability of the analysis results.

Extremely Flexible
• Accommodates all types of samples from small to large, from powders to liquids.

Functional Design
• Large sample chamber with small footprint

EDX-LE

Making the Difficult Simple
• Easy screening even for first-time users
• Variety of functions minimizes instrument maintenance requirements

Fully Equipped with Essential Functions
• All-in-one design includes all functions required for RoHS/ELV screening
• Protection functions restrict changing conditions or data
• Screening method proposed by Shimadzu for revised RoHS directive

2. Comparison Table

Model	ALTRACE	EDX-8100	EDX-7200	EDX-LE Plus*¹	EDX-LE
Main function	High Throughput + Unparalleled Sensitivity	Multipurpose model + Light element analysis	Multipurpose high-end model	RoHS screening + General-purpose model	Dedicated model for RoHS screening
Applications	・High-sensitivity detection of harmful elements ・Chemistry, food, environment	・Multipurpose ・Chemical, food, ・RoHS compliance	・Multipurpose ・RoHS and TSCA compliance ・Contaminant, petroleum, thin-film analysis	・RoHS compliance ・Multipurpose ・Large sample chamber	・RoHS compliance ・Large sample chamber
Measuring range	₁₁Na to ₉₂U	₆C to ₉₂U	₁₁Na to ₉₂U	₁₃Al to ₉₂U
Sensitivity*²	2.8	1	1.7	0.9	0.5
Measurement atmosphere	Air/Vacuum	Air/Vacuum/ He		Air
Sample replacement	48-sample turret	12-sample turret		N/A
RoHS extended elements	Not supported	Cl, Sb	Cl, Sb, P, Sn	Cl, Sb
Detector	High-performance SDD	High-performance SDD (able to detect light elements)	High-performance SDD	SDD	Si-PIN

*1: Only available in China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia and Korea.
*2: The value is calculated by using 1 as the inverse number of EDX-8100’s detection limit of lead (Pb).

3. Frequently Asked Question

Q: What is mean of Ka and Kb in quantitative profile?

in a qualitative profile, Ka and Kb are appended after the chemical symbol. What are these?

A:

These are spectral line names.Multiple lines are generated by a single element.
FeKa: FeKα
FeKb: FeKβ
FeLa: FeLα
FeLb1: FeLβ₁

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