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Hitachi LAB-X5000 - User Manual

Hitachi LAB-X5000
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User Guide
Issue 7.0 / EN / 54-5103546 / November 2018
LAB-X5000
Benchtop XRF
Analyzer
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Hitachi LAB-X5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Measurement RangeNa to U
Detection Limitppm level
Sample TypesSolids, liquids, powders
Power SupplyAC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Elements MeasuredFrom Sodium (Na) to Uranium (U)
Sample Formliquids
DetectorSilicon Drift Detector (SDD)
X-ray TubeRh target
TypeX-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectrometer

Summary

Safety Information

Warning Symbols on Labels

Symbols indicating X-ray generation, toxic material, electricity, and general warnings.

Radiation Safety

Details on shielded enclosure, dosage levels, owner's responsibilities, and warning lights.

Beryllium Precautions

Warnings about beryllium windows, toxicity, and handling precautions.

Spillages

Procedures for liquid spills from sample cells and outer surfaces.

Introduction to the LAB-X5000

Unpacking and Setting Up

Opening case, inspecting for damage, and placing the instrument.

Equipment Supplied

Lists accessories kit with part numbers and descriptions.

Connectors

Lists and identifies various connectors on the instrument.

Secondary Safety Windows

Importance, assembly, and handling of secondary safety windows.

Using the LAB-X5000

Powering Up the LAB-X5000

Steps to turn on the instrument, enabling X-rays, and software loading.

User Access and PINs

Levels of user access, PIN entry, and the ready screen.

How to Use the Software

Overview of touch-screen control, gestures, and main screen layout.

Analyze a Sample

Steps for checking method, naming samples, and preparing for analysis.

Analysis Results

Display of measurement results, sample name, chemistry, units, and pass/fail.

Pull-Down Menu and Quick Options

Accessing the Pull-Down Menu

Method to access the main navigation screen by dragging the status bar.

Quick Access Buttons

Shortcuts to frequently used options on the left side of the pulldown menu.

Wi-Fi Setup

Steps to connect to Wi-Fi networks, turn on/off, and manage connections.

Sample Naming

Process of naming samples for easier result identification and retrieval.

Options Menu

Accessing the Options Menu

Accessing the main navigation panel for software settings and choices.

Method

Options for selecting parameters, calibrations, analytes, and settings for analysis.

New Calibration

Creating a new calibration by defining conditions, standards, and analysis.

Regressions

Performing regression of raw intensity data against standard concentrations.

Test Measurement

Performing a full spectrum scan for sample investigation and configuration.

Results

Storing and viewing analyzed sample results, and exporting data.

Settings

Configuring, updating, and connecting the instrument via the settings menu.

Calibration Corrections

Blank Subtraction

Forcing regression through zero concentration by subtracting blank intensity.

Overlapping Segment

Correcting for interference where one element's signal overlaps another's.

Mass Absorption Corrections

Correcting for intensity modification due to presence of another element.

Setting Up Samples (SUSs) for Instrument Corrections

Measuring samples (SUSs) before applying corrections like blank or overlap.

Technical Specification

LAB-X5000 Series

Specifications for device type, voltage, current, power, dimensions, and weight.

X-Ray Tube

Specifications for target material, voltage, current, and power of the X-ray tube.

Appendices

Access for each PIN user level

Table detailing feature access rights for Operator, Advanced Operator, and Manager user levels.

Sample Preparation

Guidelines for preparing solids, powders, liquids, organic solids, and paper samples.

Testing for Sample Preparation Errors

Methods to test for instrument precision, sample presentation, and preparation errors.

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