Gold Testing Machine

GOLDSCOPE SD 515 is exceptionally designed entry-level X-ray fluorescence measurement instrument used for fast as well as non-destructive analysis along with coating thickness measurement of different metals like gold, silver alloys. The Gold Testing Machine GOLDSCOPE SD 515 is also ideal during non-destructive analysis of coins, jewellery, and precious metals. They are highly useful for the study of precious metals as well as their alloys for composition and coating thickness up to 24 elements in the variety of chlorine (17) to uranium (92).

Our range of machine in assaying centers: GOLDSCOPE SD 515  is widely acclaimed for exceptional accuracy and high stability. They are acknowledged for the time-saving property as well as longer service life. Fitted with modern silicon PIN detector, the machines ensure high accuracy and excellent detection sensitivity.

Features
Excellent accuracy in the analysis as well as coating thickness measurement
Reduces the recalibration requirements to save time and effort
Available with PIN detector for high precision
Most advantageous detection sensitivity

Application Areas

• Alloys and coatings
• Dental alloys
• Jewellery
• Multi layer coatings
• Platinum and silver
• Precious metals
• Rhodium
• Yellow and white gold

General Specification

• Intended use: Energy dispersive X-ray measuring instrument (EDXRF) to analyze precious metals and their alloys in composition and coating thickness.
• Element range:Chlorine (17) to Uranium (92) up to 24 elements simultaneously
• Repeatability: 1 for gold, measurement time 60 sec
• Design: Bench top unit with towards the front opening hood
• Measuring direction:Bottom up

X-Ray Source

• X-ray tubeTungsten tube, thermally stabilized
• High voltage Three steps: 30 kV, 40 kV, 50 kV
• Aperture (Collimator): 1 mm (39 mils), optional  2 mm (79 mils)
• Measurement spot:Aperture diameter plus 200 ¼m (8 mils),at measurement distance MD= 0mm

X-Ray Detection

• X-ray detectorSilicon PIN detector with peltier cooling
• Resolution (fwhm for Mn-K±) 180 eV
• Measuring distance 25 mm (01 in)
• Distance compensation with patented DCM method for simplified
• measurements at varying distances. For particular applications or for
• higher demands on accuracy anadditional calibration might be necessary.

Sample Alignment

• DesignFixed sample support
• Usable sample 310 x 320 mm (12.2 x 12.6 in)
• placement area
• Max. sample weight 13 kg (29 lb)
• Max. sample height 90 mm (3.5 in)

Electrical Data

• Power supply AC 115 V or AC 230 V 50 / 60 Hz
• Power consumptionmax. 120 W, without evaluation PC
• Protection class IP40

Dimensions

• External dimensions Width x depth x height [mm]: 403 x 588 x 365 mm, [in]: 15.9 x 23.1 x 14.4
• Weight Approx. 45 Kg (99 lb)

Environmental Conditions

• Operating temperature 10°C - 40°C / 50°F- 104°F
• Storage/Transport temperature 0°C - 50°C / 32°F- 122°F
• Admissible air humidity95 %, non-condensing
• Evaluation Unit
• ComputerWindows-PC
• Software Standard: Fischer WinFTM BASIC including PDM
• Optional: Fischer WinFTM SUPER

Standards

• CE approval EN 61010
• X-Ray standards DIN ISO 3497 and ASTM B 568
• ApprovalFully protected instrument with type approval according to the
• German regulations "Deutsche Rntgenverordnung-R.

The high-end measurement system GOLDSCOPE SD 550‚ was developed specifically for high-precision analysis of precious metals as required for Hallmarking and assay offices. GOLDSCOPE SD 550‚ is engineered using best available techniques. These are high-performance X-ray fluorescence measuring instruments widely used for fast and non-destructive material analysis and coating thickness measurement. Compact sized these devices are acclaimed for high performance, longer service life and accurate measurement.‚

Design

• These are user-friendly devices acclaimed for compact size and consistent performance.
• Our devices are acclaimed for their quick and easy sample positioning and consistent performance.
• These are fitted with the X-ray source and semiconductor detector which are further located in the instrument€š‚¬ƒâ€¹‚Å“s lower chamber.
• Engineered under the firm direction of experienced quality controllers, these are fitted with the integrated video-microscope with zoom and crosshairs simplifies sample placement which further allows precise measuring spot adjustment and ensures clear presentation of measurement data on a PC with the help of powerful and user-friendly WinFTM® software.
• These are designed and developed in accordance with German regulations "Deutsche Rontgenverordnung

Typical areas of application are
Precious Metal Analysis such as analysis of Gold, Silver, Platinum and its alloys along with detection of PGM group elements such as Iridium, Ruthenium, Osmium, Rhenium, Tin and Lead.

Measurement of functional coatings, starting from a few nanometers

• Analysis of alloys with highest requirements of accuracy in the jewelry and watch
• Industries and in metal refineries
• Research in universities and in the industries

General Specification

• Intended use:Energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence measuring instrument (EDXRF) to determine thin coatings and alloys
• Element range:Aluminum (13) to Uranium (92), up to 24 elements simultaneously
• Design:Bench-top unit with hood opening upwards opening hood
• Measuring direction: Bottom-up

X-Ray Source

• X-ray tube: Micro focus tungsten tube with beryllium window
• High voltage:‚ Three steps 10 kV, 30 kV, 50 kV
• Aperture (Collimator):4x changeable: €0.2 mm (7.9 mils), €0.6 mm (23.6 mils), €1 mm (39.4 mils) 2 mm (78.7 mils), others on request.
• Primary filter: 6x changeable: Ni, free, Al 1000 ½ƒ¼m (39.4 mils); Al 500 ½ƒ¼m (19.7 mils);
• Al 100 ½ƒ¼m (3.9 mils); Mylar® 100 ½ƒ¼m (3.9mils).
• Measurement spot: Depending on the measuring distance and on the aperture, the actual measurement spot size is shown in the video image.Smallest measurement spot: approx. €0.3 mm (11.8 mils)

X-Ray Detection

• X-ray detector:‚ Silicon Drift Detector (SDD), peltier-cooled
• Resolution (fwhm for Mn-K½ƒ±):‚°ƒ¤ 160 eV
• Measurement distance: 0 ƒ25 mm (0 ƒ1 in) Distance compensation with patented DCM method for simplified measurements at varying distances. For particular applications, an additional calibration might be necessary.

Sample Alignment

• Sample positioning: Manually
• Video microscope:‚ High-resolution CCD color camera for optical monitoring of the measurement location along the primary beam axis, Crosshairs with a calibrated scale (ruler) and spot-indicator, Adjustable LED illumination.
• Zoom factor:‚ Digital 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x

Electrical Data

• Power supply:AC 115 V or AC 230 V 50 / 60 Hz
• Power consumption: Max. 120 W , without evaluation PC
• Protection class: IP40

• An ergonomically engineered user-friendly device in a compact size with longer service life
• It is light in weight and requires less space for installation.
• The door of the measurement chamber does not open upwards, but towards the front which allows placing notebook for operation onto the instrument thus saves even more space.
• The X-ray source and detector assembly is located in the instrument's lower chamber for quick and easy sample positioning. It is also fitted with the integrated video-microscope with zoom and cross-hairs that simplifies sample placement and also allows a precise measuring spot adjustment.
• The system runs on powerful and user-friendly WinFTMƒ‚‚ software which ensure smooth operations and evaluation of measurements as well as the clear presentation of measurement data.

Features

• Compact design, efficient, lightweight instrument (appr. 25 kg, 55 lb) and small footprint
• Designed particularly for analysis of gold alloy at reasonable prices
• Equipped with a SI-PIN detector that is also suitable for more complex analyses with other elements
• The machine has been designed for quick and sampling position

Typical fields of applications

• Jewellery, precious metals and dental alloys
• Yellow and white gold
• Platinum and silver
• Rhodium
• Alloys and coatings
• Multi-layer coatings

General Specification

• Intended use: Energy dispersive X-ray measuring instrument (EDXRF) to analyze precious metals and their alloys in composition and coating thickness.
• Element range: Chlorine (17) to Uranium (92) up to 24 elements simultaneously
• Repeatability: 1 for gold, measurement time 60 sec
• Design:Bench top unit with towards the front opening hood
• Measuring direction: Bottom-up

X-Ray Source

• X-ray tube:Tungsten tube, thermally stabilized
• High voltage:Three steps: 30 kV, 40 kV, 50 kV
• Aperture (Collimator): 1 mm (39 mils)
• Measurement spot:Aperture diameter plus 200m (8 mils),at  measurement distance MD= 0mm

X-Ray Detection

• X-ray detector:Silicon PIN detector with peltier cooling
• Resolution (fwhm for Mn±):180 V
• Measuring distance:25 mm (01in) Distance compensation with patented DCM method for simplified measurements at varying distances. For particular applications or for higher demands on accuracy an additional calibration might be necessary.

Sample Alignment

• Sample positioning: Manually
• Video microscope:High-resolution CCD color camera for optical monitoring of the measurement the location along the primary beam axis,Cross hairs with a calibrated scale (ruler) and spot-indicator, Adjustable LED illumination
• Zoom factor: Digital 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x

Sample Stage

• Design: Fixed sample support
• Usable sample placement area 320 x 350 mm (12.6 x 13.8 in)
• Max. sample weight:13 kg (29 lb)
• Max. sample height:115 mm (4.5 in)  

• Power supply: AC 115 V or AC 230 V 50 / 60 Hz
• Power consumption: max. 120 W, without evaluation PC
• Protection class:IP40

• External dimensions: Width x depth x height [mm]: 404 x 455 x 367 mm, [in]: 16 x 18 x 14.5
• Weight:Approx. 25 kg (55 lb)

• Operating temperature:10°C -40°C / 50°F- 104°F
• Storage/Transport Temperature: 0 -50°C / 32°F - 122°F
• Admissible air humidity: 95 %, non-condensing

• Computer:Windowš-PC
• Software:Standard: Fischer WinFTM BASIC including PDM
• Optional: Fischer WinFTM SUPER

• CE approval: EN 61010
• X-Ray standards: DIN ISO 3497 and ASTM B 568
• Approval: Individual acceptance inspection as a fully protected instrument
• According to the German regulations "Deutsche Rontgenverordnung-RoV".