Thermo Scientific Niton XL5 handheld XRF analyzer is smaller and lighter than existing XRF alloy analyzers

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"Precise quality control testing of metal chemistry is becoming increasingly important, especially in the high-growth metals fabrication market"

Managers, operators and quality control personnel in the fabrication, positive material identification and scrap metal industries can now assess the chemical composition of metals with a new analyzer that is smaller and lighter than any x-ray fluorescence (XRF) alloy analyzer on the market today.

The Thermo Scientific Niton XL5 analyzer is designed to provide results rapidly and with a high level of accuracy. Weighing only 2.8 pounds (1.3 kilograms), the compact Niton XL5 analyzer enables operators to access difficult-to-reach areas to maximize test coverage, reducing user fatigue and providing exceptionally low limits of detection (LODs). Other features include a new electronics processor that enables real-time results display, and a hot-swappable battery and travel charger for improved operator efficiency in the field.

"Precise quality control testing of metal chemistry is becoming increasingly important, especially in the high-growth metals fabrication market," said Howard Kopech, vice president/general manager, portable analytical instruments for Thermo Fisher Scientific. "We designed the Niton XL5 analyzer to increase user productivity and confidence while providing a powerful solution to help our customers achieve increased levels of quality assurance, quality control and analytical performance."

The Niton XL5 analyzer provides enhanced communication capabilities through Bluetooth and GPS connectivity. The Thermo Scientific NitonConnect companion PC software delivers easy data transfer and remote viewing functionality when the analyzer is mounted in a test stand.

The Thermo Scientific Niton XL5 analyzer also offers:

  • A new powerful 5W x-ray tube to provide improved detection of light elements;
  • Micro and macro cameras for enhanced data collection;
  • Customizable profiles that can be created for different applications prior to testing;
  • A new user interface and display that includes a touchscreen with swiping functionality; and
  • Improved ingress protection for rugged environments.

The Niton XL5 analyzer is part of the family of Thermo Scientific handheld XRF analyzers that includes the existing Niton XL2 and Niton XL3 series. In addition, the new Thermo Scientific Niton XL2 100G complements the instrument portfolio by providing rapid general metals identification in a value platform, designed to give customers cost-efficient, reliable, real-time results in the field. More information on the Thermo Scientific Niton XL5 handheld analyzer can be found by visiting www.thermoscientific.com/XL5.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and approximately 50,000 employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Through our premier brands - Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services - we offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support.www.thermofisher.com.

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