X-ray Fluorescence (XRF)

Equipment: Bruker S2 PUMA

Working Principle

  • Sample is exposed to X-rays
  • Sample emits characteristic electrons (auger) and X-rays (XRF)

Technical Information

  • Non-destructive technique
  • Chemical analysis of metals heavier than sodium
  • Bulk detection of impurity metal inside a matrix (metals in glass)
  • Well suited for analysis of macroscopic objects such as soils, foods and commodity goods

XRF of Quartz Cuvet