Rigaku Supermini200 Benchtop WDXRF Spectrometer

The Rigaku Supermini200 is a high-precision benchtop Wavelength Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometer, designed for accurate elemental analysis of solids, liquids, powders, and thin films. As the world’s only benchtop WDXRF system with a built-in helium purge, the Supermini200 delivers high-resolution, quantitative elemental analysis from fluorine (F) to uranium (U), making it ideal for applications in mining, cement, chemicals, metals, petroleum, and environmental testing.

With superior spectral resolution compared to Energy Dispersive XRF (EDXRF), the Supermini200 provides low detection limits, excellent peak separation, and high precision, ensuring consistent and reliable results. Its compact, cost-effective design brings laboratory-grade WDXRF performance to facilities requiring advanced elemental analysis in a small footprint.

Key Features:

✅ High-Precision WDXRF Technology – Delivers better spectral resolution and lower detection limits than EDXRF.
✅ Wide Elemental Range – Measures elements from fluorine (F) to uranium (U) in various sample types.
✅ Superior Analytical Performance – High-resolution detection ensures clear peak separation for precise results.
✅ Compact & Benchtop Design – The smallest WDXRF system on the market, requiring minimal lab space.
✅ Built-in Helium Purge System – Enables light element detection (F, Na, Mg, etc.) without a vacuum pump.
✅ Easy-to-Use Software – Simple, intuitive interface with automated analysis and calibration options.
✅ Non-Destructive Analysis – Allows for repeated measurements on the same sample without damage.
✅ Pre-Configured Analytical Methods – Optimized for industries such as cement, mining, steel, petrochemicals, and environmental monitoring.
✅ Low Operating Costs – No need for liquid nitrogen cooling, reducing maintenance and expenses.

Applications:

???? Cement & Building Materials – Precise analysis of oxide compositions and raw materials.
???? Metals & Alloys – Determines the elemental composition of steel, aluminum, and specialty metals.
???? Mining & Geology – Rapid identification of ores, minerals, and geological samples.
???? Petrochemicals & Lubricants – Detects sulfur, chlorine, and other key elements in fuels and oils.
???? Glass & Ceramics – Ensures quality control in glass production by measuring chemical composition.
???? Environmental & Regulatory Compliance – Monitors heavy metals, hazardous substances, and pollution control.

Why Choose the Rigaku Supermini200?

The Rigaku Supermini200 is the perfect choice for laboratories needing high-performance WDXRF analysis in a compact and cost-effective benchtop system. Its ability to analyze both light and heavy elements with high precision makes it a versatile and reliable solution for diverse industries.

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

• Technology: Wavelength Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (WDXRF)
• Elemental Range: Fluorine (F) to Uranium (U)
• Detection Limits: Parts-per-million (ppm) to percentage levels
• Sample Types: Solids, powders, liquids, and thin films
• Analysis Type: Non-destructive, high-resolution elemental analysis

X-ray Source & Optics

• X-ray Tube: 50 W, 50 kV Rhodium (Rh) anode X-ray tube
• Filters & Beam Path: Optimized for low-background and high-sensitivity detection
• Crystal Dispersive System: Multiple analyzing crystals for enhanced resolution

Sample Handling & Measurement

• Sample Chamber Size: Accommodates standard sample holders (ø 30 mm, ø 40 mm, or pressed pellets)
• Atmosphere Control:
  • Built-in Helium (He) purge system for improved light-element detection
  • Vacuum and air measurement options for different sample types
• Automated Sample Changer: Optional 12-position auto-sampler for high-throughput analysis

Detector & Sensitivity

• Detection Type: High-sensitivity proportional counter and scintillation counter
• Resolution: Superior spectral resolution compared to EDXRF, providing clear peak separation
• Detection Limits: Low ppm levels for trace element detection

User Interface & Software

• Operating System: Windows-based software with intuitive graphical interface
• Pre-Configured Analytical Methods: Cement, metals, mining, chemicals, and petroleum analysis
• Data Storage & Export: Save and export results via USB, LAN, and cloud connectivity

Physical & Environmental

• Instrument Dimensions: 560 mm (W) × 600 mm (D) × 460 mm (H)
• Weight: 80 kg (176 lbs)
• Power Supply: 100–240V, 50/60 Hz
• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C

Advantages of the Rigaku Supermini200

✅ Compact benchtop WDXRF system – Fits into any laboratory environment
✅ High-resolution elemental analysis – Better than EDXRF for complex samples
✅ Built-in helium purge – No need for an external vacuum system
✅ Cost-effective operation – No liquid nitrogen required for cooling
✅ User-friendly software – Automates routine analysis for easy operation