Handheld XRF and LIBS Analyzer Selection Guide


	Niton Apollo	Niton XL5 Plus	Niton XL3t GOLDD+	Niton XL2 Plus	Niton XL2 100G	Niton DXL
Analytical Specifications
Technology	LIBS	XRF	XRF	XRF	XRF	XRF
Analytical Source	1064nm laser, charge coupled device (CCD)	5W x-ray tube, extra large area silicon drift detector (SDD)	2W x-ray tube, silicon drift detector (SDD)	2W x-ray tube, silicon drift detector (SDD)	2W x-ray tube, Si-PIN detector	2W x-ray tube, Si-PIN detector
Elemental Range¹	C, Al, Si, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Nb, Mo, W	Mg-U (ultra low light element detection), Na (spectrum based detection)	Mg-U	Mg-U	Ti-Bi	Ti-Pb
Spot Size	50 µm standard	8 mm standard 3 mm optional	8 mm standard 3 mm optional	8 mm standard	8 mm standard	8 mm standard 3 mm optional
Instrument Specifications
Weight²	6.4 lbs.	2.8 lbs.	3.4 lbs.	3.4 lbs.	3.4 lbs.	17 lbs.
Dimensions	12.0 x 13.0 x 4.0 in.	9.5 x 8.2 x 2.7 in.	9.6 x 9.0 x 3.8 in.	10.0 x 10.8 x 4.0 in.	10.0 x 10.8 x 4.0 in.	15.6 x 8.1 x 10.4 in.
Memory Readings Capacity³	5,000	< 130,000	< 10,000	< 10,000	< 10,000	< 10,000
Features
Display Screen	Tilting	Tilting	Tilting	Fixed Angle	Fixed Angle	Fixed Angle
Touchscreen/ Directional Keys	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Micro Camera	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Macro Camera	✓	✓
Bluetooth⁴	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
GPS	✓	✓	✓
WiFi	✓	✓
Hot Swap Battery	✓	✓		✓
Splash + Dust Proof (IP54 Rated)	✓	✓		✓	Coming Soon!
Detector Protection	N/A	✓		✓

This table is non-exhaustive and details best sellers from the Niton XRF and LIBS product lines. Instrument specifications and applications vary by model type. Additional calibrations and configurations are available. Speak with a sales representative to learn more.

1. Elemental range dependent upon selected calibration modes. 2. Displayed weight includes battery. 3. Includes spectra. Fewer readings can be saved if macro/ micro images are included. 4. Enables connection to PC, printer, barcode reader, and external GPS.


	Niton Apollo	Niton XL5 Plus	Niton XL3t GOLDD+	Niton XL2 Plus	Niton XL2 100G	Niton DXL
Metals / Alloys
Carbon Steel, Low Alloy Steel	★★★	★★	★	★
Stainless Steel L-Grades	★★★
Scrap Metal Recycling	★	★★	★★	★★★	★★
Positive Material ID (PMI)	★★★	★★★	★★	★★	★
Manufacturing QA / QC	★★	★★★	★★	★★	★
Coatings
Metal Coatings		★★★	★★	★
Precious Metals
Jewelry & Precious Metals Analysis		★★	★★	★★		★★★
Automotive Catalysts			★★★
Mining
Greenfield Exploration		★★★	★★	★
Oil & Gas Exploration		★★★	★★
Grade Control		★★★	★★	★
Rare Earth Elements			★★★
Environmental Hazards
Soils		★★★	★★	★
Industrial Lead Paint		★★	★★	★
Residential Lead Paint
Dust, Air Filters			★★
Consumer Goods
Children's Toys, Apparel, Jewelry, Furniture		★★★	★★	★
RoHS / Halogen-free WEEE		★★★	★★	★
Art & Archaeometry
Metal Artifacts, Pigments, Ceramics, etc..		★★★	★★	★

★ = Good, ★★ = Better, ★★★ = Best; Rating system evaluates analytical performance, instrument form factor, specifications and application needs.

This table is non-exhaustive and details best sellers from the Niton XRF and LIBS product lines. Instrument specifications and applications vary by model type. Additional calibrations and configurations are available. Speak with a sales representative to learn more.

Specifications


	Niton Apollo	Niton XL5 Plus	Niton XL3t GOLDD+	Niton XL2 Plus	Niton XL2 100G	Niton DXL
Analytical Specifications
Technology	LIBS	XRF	XRF	XRF	XRF	XRF
Analytical Source	1064nm laser, charge coupled device (CCD)	5W x-ray tube, extra large area silicon drift detector (SDD)	2W x-ray tube, silicon drift detector (SDD)	2W x-ray tube, silicon drift detector (SDD)	2W x-ray tube, Si-PIN detector	2W x-ray tube, Si-PIN detector
Elemental Range¹	C, Al, Si, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Nb, Mo, W	Mg-U (ultra low light element detection), Na (spectrum based detection)	Mg-U	Mg-U	Ti-Bi	Ti-Pb
Spot Size	50 µm standard	8 mm standard 3 mm optional	8 mm standard 3 mm optional	8 mm standard	8 mm standard	8 mm standard 3 mm optional
Instrument Specifications
Weight²	6.4 lbs.	2.8 lbs.	3.4 lbs.	3.4 lbs.	3.4 lbs.	17 lbs.
Dimensions	12.0 x 13.0 x 4.0 in.	9.5 x 8.2 x 2.7 in.	9.6 x 9.0 x 3.8 in.	10.0 x 10.8 x 4.0 in.	10.0 x 10.8 x 4.0 in.	15.6 x 8.1 x 10.4 in.
Memory Readings Capacity³	5,000	< 130,000	< 10,000	< 10,000	< 10,000	< 10,000
Features
Display Screen	Tilting	Tilting	Tilting	Fixed Angle	Fixed Angle	Fixed Angle
Touchscreen/ Directional Keys	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Micro Camera	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Macro Camera	✓	✓
Bluetooth⁴	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
GPS	✓	✓	✓
WiFi	✓	✓
Hot Swap Battery	✓	✓		✓
Splash + Dust Proof (IP54 Rated)	✓	✓		✓	Coming Soon!
Detector Protection	N/A	✓		✓

Applications


	Niton Apollo	Niton XL5 Plus	Niton XL3t GOLDD+	Niton XL2 Plus	Niton XL2 100G	Niton DXL
Metals / Alloys
Carbon Steel, Low Alloy Steel	★★★	★★	★	★
Stainless Steel L-Grades	★★★
Scrap Metal Recycling	★	★★	★★	★★★	★★
Positive Material ID (PMI)	★★★	★★★	★★	★★	★
Manufacturing QA / QC	★★	★★★	★★	★★	★
Coatings
Metal Coatings		★★★	★★	★
Precious Metals
Jewelry & Precious Metals Analysis		★★	★★	★★		★★★
Automotive Catalysts			★★★
Mining
Greenfield Exploration		★★★	★★	★
Oil & Gas Exploration		★★★	★★
Grade Control		★★★	★★	★
Rare Earth Elements			★★★
Environmental Hazards
Soils		★★★	★★	★
Industrial Lead Paint		★★	★★	★
Residential Lead Paint
Dust, Air Filters			★★
Consumer Goods
Children's Toys, Apparel, Jewelry, Furniture		★★★	★★	★
RoHS / Halogen-free WEEE		★★★	★★	★
Art & Archaeometry
Metal Artifacts, Pigments, Ceramics, etc..		★★★	★★	★

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