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Bruker D8 Series User Manual

Bruker D8 Series
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Innovation with Integrity
XRD
D8 Series
User Manual
Instrument Performance Verification Booklet
D8 ADVANCE / D8 DISCOVER / D8 ENDEAVOR
Original Instructions

Table of Contents

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Bruker D8 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerBruker
SeriesD8
X-ray SourceSealed tube or rotating anode
GoniometerVarious types available, including θ/θ, θ/2θ, and vertical goniometers
Sample StageVarious options including XYZ stages and sample changers
SoftwareDIFFRAC.SUITE

Summary

1 Introduction

1.1 Performance Verification Levels

Details three performance verification levels for instrument functionality.

Factory Acceptance Test

Test performed at manufacturer's site to guarantee initial performance.

Customer Acceptance Test

Test performed at customer's site after delivery/installation.

Daily check

Routine procedure to check instrument operation within specified limits.

1.2 Performance Verification in GxP Regulated Areas

Guidance on performance verification for GxP regulated areas.

2 Procedures

2.1 Certified Reference Material

Details on the certified reference material for instrument verification.

2.2 Instrument Parameters

Instrument parameters for Bragg-Brentano and parallel beam systems.

2.3 Measurement Parameters

Measurement parameters for Cu and Co radiation.

2.4 Evaluation Procedures and Data Interpretation

Methods for evaluating measurement data and interpreting results.

2.4.1 Instruments with Primary Beam Monochromator

Evaluation steps for instruments with a primary beam monochromator.

2.4.2 Instruments Without Focusing Monochromator

Evaluation steps for instruments without a primary beam monochromator.

3 Reference Values

3.1 Angular Accuracy and Instrument Response

Reference values for peak positions and relative intensities for Corundum sample.

3.1.1 Basic Setup (Bragg-Brentano, dedicated and TWIN / TRIO Optics)

Setting reference positions for basic Bragg-Brentano setups.

3.1.2 Additional Setups (Göbel Mirror, Parallel Beam TWIN / TRIO Optics)

Setting deflection angles for parallel beam and TWIN/TRIO optics.

3.1.3 Factory and Customer Acceptance Test Protocol

Protocol for factory and customer acceptance testing.

3.2 Instrument Resolution

Maximum allowed values for line shape (FWHM) for Cu-radiation.

4 References – Glossary – Appendices A to I

4.1 References

List of referenced documents and their corresponding document numbers.

4.2 Glossary

Definitions of key terms used in the manual.

4.3 Appendices A to I

List of appendices covering test protocols and daily checks.

A. Factory Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Bragg-Brentano Geometry with Copper Anode

Protocol details for factory acceptance test of Bragg-Brentano with Cu anode.

Part I: Instrument Details (D8 Series)

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Factory Acceptance Test.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution (D8 Series)

Evaluation of angular accuracy, instrument response and resolution.

B. Factory Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Bragg-Brentano Geometry with Cobalt Anode

Protocol details for factory acceptance test of Bragg-Brentano with Co anode.

Part I: Instrument Details (D8 Series)

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Factory Acceptance Test.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution (D8 Series)

Evaluation of angular accuracy, response and resolution for Co anode.

C. Factory Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Parallel Beam Geometry with Copper Anode

Protocol details for factory acceptance test of Parallel Beam with Cu anode.

Part I: Instrument Details

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Parallel Beam Geometry.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution

Evaluation of angular accuracy and resolution for Parallel Beam Geometry.

D. Factory Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Parallel Beam Geometry with Cobalt Anode

Protocol details for factory acceptance test of Parallel Beam with Co anode.

Part I: Instrument Details

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Parallel Beam Geometry.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution

Evaluation of angular accuracy and resolution for Parallel Beam Geometry with Co anode.

E. Customer Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Bragg-Brentano Geometry with Copper Anode

Protocol details for customer acceptance test of Bragg-Brentano with Cu anode.

Part I: Instrument Details (D8 Series)

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Customer Acceptance Test.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution (D8 Series)

Evaluation of angular accuracy, response and resolution for Customer Acceptance Test.

F. Customer Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Bragg-Brentano Geometry with Cobalt Anode

Protocol details for customer acceptance test of Bragg-Brentano with Co anode.

Part I: Instrument Details (D8 Series)

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Customer Acceptance Test.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution (D8 Series)

Evaluation of angular accuracy, response and resolution for Customer Acceptance Test with Co anode.

G. Customer Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Parallel Beam Geometry with Copper Anode

Protocol details for customer acceptance test of Parallel Beam with Cu anode.

Part I: Instrument Details

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Customer Acceptance Test.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution

Evaluation of angular accuracy and resolution for Customer Acceptance Test.

H. Customer Acceptance Test Protocol

Declaration of Conformity

Statement confirming the system meets required specifications.

Parallel Beam Geometry with Cobalt Anode

Protocol details for customer acceptance test of Parallel Beam with Co anode.

Part I: Instrument Details

Details of instrument configuration for D8 ADVANCE in Customer Acceptance Test.

Part II: Angular Accuracy, Instrument Response and Resolution

Evaluation of angular accuracy and resolution for Customer Acceptance Test with Co anode.

I. Daily Check Protocol

Daily Check Protocol

Protocol for performing daily checks on the instrument's performance.

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