Spectro Analytical enhances OES analyser with advanced diagnostics
The latest Spectromaxx Arc / Spark OES analyser has been released by Spectro Analytical Instruments. The Spectromaxx LMX09 Arc / Spark OES analyser for the analysis of incoming and outgoing materials at metal producing and fabricating plants delivers fast information so users can react to changing process conditions, says Spectro.
The ninth generation LMX90 analyser is also claimed to “drastically” reduce cost of ownership with lower consumables, plus advanced diagnostics and easy maintenance that increases availability and prevents expensive downtime.
The Spectromaxx LMX09 Arc / Spark OES analyser includes the company’s proprietary iCAL 2.0 calibration logic for fast, simple standardisation. It takes only five minutes and requires only a single sample each day rather than 30 minutes, multiple samples, and reruns which are required by conventional analysers, said Spectro. iCAL 2.0 automatically compensates for most changes in environmental temperature or pressure, added the company.
Significant reductions in argon (Ar) gas consumption from six to 12 per cent during operation and 18 to 64 per cent during standby will not impact performance, reports Spectro.
The analyser also offers an expanded wavelength range with the option of a new UV optic to handle a spectral range from 120 to 235nm, extending analyses to elements such as nitrogen (N), carbon (C), sulphur (S), and phosphorus (P) as well as hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O) in titanium (Ti) base materials.
There is also improved ease of use with routine, trouble-free analysis of 10 matrices, 68 methods, and 56 elements, added Spectro.
New software features in the Spectro Spark Analyzer Pro software include application profiles, automatic program selection, and argon saver. New functions include the ability to recall stored spectra for later re-evaluation / recalculation, extended data export functions, quick check programs for the rapid analysis of iron and aluminium and onsite upgrades / additions of analytical methods without any hardware changes.
Hardware improvements include a new spark stand configuration with easier access for automation options. There is also a new optic isolation concept for greater temperature stability, a UV optic (on Spectromaxx Advanced), a robust, high power plasma generator with spark frequencies up to 1,000Hz, start / stop averaging button / spark indicator and on / off safety switch to control line/mains power.
Adapter kits can be used to meet the wide range of analysis requirements of material control, from adjusting for differing sample shapes and sizes to optimising positioning on the spark stand.
The Spectromaxx LMX09 Arc / Spark OES analyser is available in two models, the basic Spectromaxx features Spectro’s proven single air optic with high-resolution CCD sensors. Its solid design resists fluctuations due to ambient temperature changes. It handles elemental wavelengths from 233 to 670nm. The Spectromaxx Advanced adds a UV optic with four high resolution CMOS detectors. Its extended wavelength range covers elements from 120 to 235nm. A closed system circulates gas through Spectro’s UV Plus cleaning cartridge, eliminating extra argon consumption and contamination risks. Both versions feature a temperature-stabilised system that heats both optics. Both are available as floor-mounted units with optional PC stands or benchtop models for a minimum footprint.
All Spectromaxx analysers are supported through Amecare services to help ensure uninterrupted performance and a maximum return on investment (ROI). Amecare services include machine-to-machine support, which provides proactive alerts and an on-request PC connection with a remote Spectro service expert.
