Items Tagged with 'XRF analysis'

Regulations like the EU's RoHS Directive limit hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products to protect health and the environment. Similar laws exist in countries such as China and Japan, and several U.S. states restrict non-compliant products.

XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) and LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) are key nondestructive testing methods. XRF identifies elemental composition, while LIBS measures lighter elements like carbon.

The EU's RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC) restricts hazardous substances in electrical and electronic products to protect health and the environment, prohibiting materials like lead and cadmium.

FTIR is the primary method for material and contaminant identification but lacks sensitivity to metallic components. X-ray fluorescence (XRF) can fill this gap and improve identification accuracy.

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries power many of our daily devices. However, manufacturing them requires scarce base metals and has supply and sustainability challenges. Battery recycling is vital for the supply chain. This article discusses using analytical technologies to maximize Li-ion materials and optimize production.

To achieve product quality and consistency, manufacturers have relied on X-ray fluorescence (XRF) for fast and accurate insights into material composition and integrity. This article explores the pivotal role of XRF technology in enhancing quality assurance and control in manufacturing.

Michelle Banger sat down with Andrew Hanasek from Evident to talk about XRF.

The next-generation Vanta™ handheld XRF analyzers—Vanta Max and Vanta Core—deliver improved elemental analysis and material identification using smart and cloud-connected technology.

In part three of this three-part series, the suite of tools available for PMI has grown.

In part two of this three-part series, we learn more about the advantages of positive material identification (PMI) testing.