Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (WDXRF)

Rigaku Primus IV — Central Research Facility (CRF), IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

The Rigaku Primus IV Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometer enables precise elemental analysis of solids, liquids, powders, alloys, and thin films. The system features a tube-above optical design that minimizes contamination and is ideal for high-sensitivity, quantitative, and qualitative elemental analysis. It offers versatility through its advanced hardware and software options, including mapping and microanalysis capabilities.

Technical Specifications
  • Make: Rigaku
  • Model: Primus IV
  • Benefit: Elemental analysis of solids, liquids, powders, alloys, and thin films
  • Technology: Tube-above sequential wavelength dispersive (WDXRF)
  • Core Attributes: 3/4 kW sealed X-ray tube, 48-position auto sampler, Be to U, vacuum
  • Core Options: He-flush, additional analyzing crystals, r-θ stage/mapping
  • Dimensions: 1310 (W) × 1470 (H) × 890 (D) mm
  • Power Requirements: 1Ø, 200 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 8 kW
Key Features
  • Analysis of elements from Be to U
  • ZSX Guidance expert system software
  • Tube-above optics minimize contamination issues
  • Compact design uses less valuable lab space
  • Microanalysis for samples as small as 500 µm
  • 30μ X-ray tube for superior light element performance
  • Mapping feature for elemental topography and distribution
Sample Preparation Facilities:
  • Press pellet preparation for powdered samples < 200 mesh is available

Ideal for laboratories requiring accurate elemental analysis of diverse sample types, from bulk materials to thin films.

  Instrument Status: Running
Faculty-in-Charge

Prof. Pranab Das
xrf_crf@iitism.ac.in
pranab@iitism.ac.in
Phone: 0326-223-5894

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System Components

Rigaku Primus IV WDXRF, 3/4 kW sealed X-ray tube, 48-position auto sampler, ZSX Guidance software, r-θ mapping stage.