Bruker Q4 POLO
Bruker Q4 POLO – Compact multi-chip Spark Spectrometer
Bruker Q4 POLO is a compact Spark-OES spectrometer designed for fast, precise, and reliable analysis of metal alloys. It combines a wide elemental range, high analytical stability, and easy operation with a compact design and low operating costs.
Thanks to its advanced MultiVision™ optics, AAC™ automatic temperature compensation, and ArgonShield™ technology, the Q4 POLO provides stable results and reduced maintenance requirements. The optical system covers wavelengths from 130 to 785 nm, enabling the analysis of a wide range of elements.
ADVANTAGES
APPLICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Advantages
- Compact design and small footprint
- High precision, particularly for light elements
- Wide elemental range and numerous calibration ranges
- MultiVision™ optical system
- AAC™ automatic temperature compensation
- ArgonShield™ optical window protection
- SmartSpark™ digital spark source for stable spark generation
- Low maintenance requirements and long-term stability
- Intuitive ELEMENTAL.SUITE software
- Dimensions: 490 × 570 × 284 mm
- Weight: approximately 36 kg
Applications
The Q4 POLO is suitable for the analysis of various metal alloys, including iron and steel, aluminum, and copper, as well as for incoming material inspection, production control, foundries, and quality control.
It is particularly suitable for reliable analysis of cast iron, nitrogen in low-alloy steels, and oxygen in copper.
Technical Specifications
Technology: Spark-OES
Optical system: MultiVision™ with electromagnetic light-path coupling
Optical range: 130–785 nm
Optical configuration: Paschen-Runge with dual light path
Spark source: SmartSpark™, digital source up to 1,000 Hz
Temperature compensation: AAC™ – automatic temperature compensation
Optical window protection: ArgonShield™
Detectors: Multiple linear detector arrays
Elemental range: Li–Bi, depending on configuration
Argon consumption: Argon ≥99.998% (Ar 4.8); Argon-Saver mode
Argon pressure: 3 bar (±10%)
Noise level: <55 dB(A) during measurement
Software: ELEMENTAL.SUITE V3.2 or newer
Power supply: 100–240 VAC (±10%), 50–60 Hz
Power consumption: Maximum 200 VA; typically 95 W during measurement
Dimensions (W × D × H): 490 × 570 × 284 mm
Weight: Approximately 36 kg


