Spectro Analytical Instruments is introducing the Spectromaxx stationary metal analyser at the Control trade show (5-8 May 2009 in Stuttgart, Germany).
The Spectromaxx, the latest CCD-based Spectro, features an argon-saving module and a new package of methods and adapters for small sample analysis.
The Spectromaxx's highlight is an argon-saving module that reduces the argon consumption to zero when the instrument is not in use.
Kay Toedter, product manager at Spectro Analytical, explained how the argon-saving module works: 'When the spark generator is turned off at the end of the day, the argon saver shuts the flush down to zero.
'The operator sets the time when the instrument is to be used the next morning.
'The system then automatically starts up the instrument so that the spark stand and the optical system are optimally supplied with argon in-time for the first measurement of the morning.' When idle for a longer period of time, for example on the weekend or during work holidays, the instrument is completely shut down, saving more money.
The instrument can also be pre-programmed for this type of interruption over several days so that the optic is already flushed and ready to measure punctually when work begins.
Small sample analysis has also been improved for the Spectromaxx: pre-defined method packages for small pieces of iron, aluminium and copper matrices in the form of screws, pins, wires and sheets are now available.
The method packages cover all standard applications in small part analysis.
Spectro is also offering a new set of adapters for the new Spectromaxx, ensuring simple handling of small samples in the laboratory: with the special adapters, small parts and wires can be precisely and securely fixed over the measuring aperture.
The adapters accelerate sample throughput in the laboratory and guarantee reliable and reproducible results for measurement series.
The Spectromaxx possesses an integrated diagnosis system that continuously informs operators and service technicians as to the state of the system and all of its main components.
This allows malfunctions to be quickly rectified.
The internal components of the Spectromaxx have been rearranged for optimal serviceability.
It is no longer necessary to remove any blocking components to conduct common maintenance processes such as changing filters or replacing the filter cartridge.
The UV lens can be externally cleaned and replaced.
The Spectromaxx uses the 'Spark Analyzer Vision Software' already used in the Spectrolab systems.
