Bruker S8 LION
Bruker S8 LION – Simultaneous wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometer
Bruker S8 LION is a simultaneous wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometer (WDXRF) designed for fast, precise, and reliable process and quality control in industrial applications. Its multi-channel technology enables simultaneous analysis of up to 26 elements with very short measurement times.
The S8 LION is particularly designed for the cement industry, minerals and mining, and metals, providing automated 24/7/365 process control.
ADVANTAGES
APPLICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Advantages
- Simultaneous WDXRF spectrometer
- Up to 26 simultaneous elemental channels
- Available in 3 kW and 4 kW versions
- Maximum excitation conditions of up to 60 kV / 170 mA
- Concentration range from 100% down to ppm levels
- Multielement Channel™ for simultaneous acquisition of the complete spectrum
- Optional XRD Free-Lime channel for free CaO analysis in the cement industry
- SampleCare™ X-ray tube protection against contamination
- Automated sample handling and integration with production lines
- TouchControl™ interface for easy operation
- Designed for 24/7/365 operation
- Suitable for direct, non-destructive analysis of solids and pressed samples
Applications
The S8 LION is particularly suitable for process and quality control in the cement industry, industrial minerals, mining, and metals.
In the cement industry, it can be used for monitoring raw meal, clinker, and cement, with optional free CaO analysis. In the metals industry, it enables rapid analysis of alloy composition and provides immediate results for efficient production process control.
Technical Specifications
Technology: WDXRF – Wavelength-Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence
X-ray tube power: 3 kW or 4 kW
Maximum voltage: 60 kV
Maximum current: 150 mA (3 kW) / 170 mA (4 kW)
Number of elemental channels: Up to 26
Multielement Channel™: Elements from Na to U
Optional XRD channel: Free-Lime analysis for the cement industry
Primary beam filters: Up to 6
Detectors: Proportional counters and scintillation counter
Atmosphere: Vacuum
Dimensions (H × W × D): 193 × 84 × 118 cm
Weight: 560 kg
Power supply: 208–230 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 7 kVA
Cooling: Automatically controlled cooling water
Compressed air: 6–8 bar, oil-free, 7 L/min


