Oxford Instruments’ handheld XRF analyser X-MET7000 Series is now available with an optional integrated camera. The new integrated camera allows Oxford Instruments’ X-MET7000 users to accurately position the portable analyser on the samples, store images for future reference and include them in the analysis reports. The new camera option is available for the handheld XRF analysers X-MET7000 eXpress and X-MET7500.

 With only three simple steps, the X-MET7000 Series with integrated camera accurately analyses, verifies and screens material. These are positionining the X-MET using the camera image; pressing the trigger to start the analysis; and finally saving and printing customised reports. Accurate positioning of the analyser ensures users measure the part of the sample that is of interest. such as a mineral vein, and having the sample image in the analysis report is a useful reference.

The optional integrated camera increases the X-MET7000 eXpress and X-MET7500’s ease of use even further, along with the X-MET’s largest touch screen available on the market, and its intuitive and easy-to-read graphical user interface with large functional icons. The bright and high contrast 4.3 in Blanview transmissive LCD touch screen ensures optimal outdoor viewing, even in direct sunlight. Up to 10-12 hours battery life enables operation for a full working day on a single battery charge. The handheld XRF analysers come with a lot of reporting flexibility; reports can be downloaded on a USB memory stick, or to a laptop using a USB connection or WiFi. The results screen and reports can be easily customised, such as to show pass/fail messages. The rugged, yet light and compact design of the X-MET7000 Series withstands the harshest environments and weather conditions found in mineral exploration.