Panalytical has extended the compatibility of its Omnian advanced standardless analysis software to include the Minipal 4 X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometer for routine lab and field analysis.
The company said this combination offers a premium XRF solution that is powerful and easy to use.
It is suitable for routine lab and field analysis, offering quantification of unknowns in situations where certified standards are not available.
Ready for any sample type, Omnian provides elemental analysis of all materials no matter how they have been prepared.
Applications include rapid screening, comparative analysis and research and development investigations.
In the default 'black box' mode, Omnian is said to provide fast answers for industries such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, food, environment, oil, minerals and mining.
Unlike traditional standardless approaches, Omnian data is both comprehensive and available for detailed review.
Panalytical claimed Omnian achieves superior accuracy, setting the benchmark for standardless analysis.
This is achieved through the automatic use of the company's advanced Fundamental Parameters (FP) algorithm, which deals with the analytical challenges posed by differing sample types.
Other features include the support of multiple excitation conditions and the inclusion of fluorescence volume geometry and finite thickness corrections.
These are said to improve accuracy when analysing heavier elements in low-density samples with varying thicknesses.
In addition, adaptive sample characterisation minimises particle size and mineralogical effects.
This results in greater accuracy approaching the quality only achievable with dedicated calibration methods and standards.
