In the tradition of continuous improvements and responding to market needs, Horiba is introducing more enabling features to the XGT-5000. In 2004, Horiba is offering multi-size chamber options, and value-added software to obtain thickness measurements. Both innovations enable the scientist to adapt XGT-5000 EDXRF technology to many forensics applications that typically require unique form factors and penetrating X-rays analysis. With Horiba’s highly efficient and ultra-narrow X-Ray Guide Tube (XGT), 10 µm resolution (spot size) is achieved along with elemental mapping at speeds up to 50 times faster than other XRF instruments in the market place. Key features of the XGT-5000 also include minimal sample pre-treatment, non-destructive analysis, elemental analysis mapping under atmospheric pressure. With the detectable range of chemical analysis from Sodium (Na) to Uranium (92), the XGT-5000 can measure samples containing water or quickly analyze highly precious materials without damaging the sample - such previously work that was not possible with Electron Probe Micro Analyzer (EPMA).

The XGT-5000 Desktop X-Ray Analytical Microscope was selected by R&D Magazine’s 100 Award as “one of the most technologically significant products introduced into the market place”. Designed in a compact desktop configuration, the XGT-5000 is an ideal analytical instrument well suited for the space efficient laboratory.

¹EDXRF: Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence