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    Bruker M4 TORNADO PLUS

    Bruker M4 TORNADO PLUS – Micro-XRF Spectrometer

    Bruker M4 TORNADO PLUS is a high-performance Micro-XRF spectrometer designed for fast, precise, and non-destructive elemental analysis of solid, powdered, and liquid samples.

    It enables the analysis of very small areas with a measurement spot size of less than 20 µm, as well as point, line, and area analysis with 2D elemental mapping. It is suitable for laboratory research, industry, geology, mineralogy, and cultural heritage analysis.

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    ADVANTAGES

    APPLICATIONS

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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    Advantages

    • Measurement spot size <20 µm
    • Fast point, line, and area analysis
    • 2D elemental mapping
    • Measurement times of up to 1 ms per pixel
    • Stage speed of up to 100 mm/s
    • Mapping area of up to 190 × 160 mm
    • Analysis of samples weighing up to 7 kg
    • High-sensitivity SDD detectors
    • Capability for multilayer analysis
    • Optional helium purge for light-element analysis
    • Optional second X-ray tube
    • Software for qualitative and quantitative analysis

    Applications

    Geology and Geochemistry – analysis of minerals, rocks, thin sections, and drill cores, with detailed elemental mapping.

    Mining and Mineralogy – characterization of mineral phases and elemental distribution.

    Industry and Materials – analysis of metals, alloys, ceramics, coatings, particles, and other materials.

    Multilayer Systems – determination of the composition and thickness of layers and coatings.

    Art and Cultural Heritage – non-destructive analysis of pigments, artworks, and historical objects.

    Biology and Food Products – elemental analysis of plants, food, and other organic samples.

    Technical Specifications

    Detector: XFlash® SDD, 30 mm²; optional additional detector

    Energy Resolution: <145 eV

    Measurement Spot Size: <20 µm

    Elemental Range: Na–Am, depending on configuration

    X-ray Tube: Rh anode, 50 kV, 30 W

    Mapping Area: Up to 190 × 160 mm

    Stage Speed: Up to 100 mm/s

    Minimum Measurement Time per Pixel: 1 ms

    Maximum Sample Weight: 7 kg

    Atmosphere: Air or vacuum; optional helium purge

    Software: HyperMap, XMethod, AMICS

    Dimensions: 815 × 680 × 580 mm

    Weight: Approximately 130 kg, depending on configuration

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