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Top Performance CCD Based Metals Analyzer
ARL QUANTRISOptical Emission Spectrometer
Analyze • Detect • Measure • Control™
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Your need…You are looking for superior analyticalperformance than has been available withCCD instruments so far.
You are looking for metals analyzerwith the performance of traditional PMTinstruments.
You need the flexibility of a full-sizemulti-matrix metals analyzer with fullwavelength coverage to analyze for avariety of samples, without compromizinganalytical quality.
Our solution…The new ARL QUANTRIS optical emissionspectrometer is the instrument of choice.This second-generation CCD instrumentprovides the enhanced performance peoplehave been looking for:• The ARL QUANTRIS analyzes virtually all
elements in all metals types such as lowalloyed steels, stainless steels, cast iron,low alloyed aluminum, alloyed aluminum,bronzes, brasses and more
• The ARL QUANTRIS is the first CCDinstrument permitting analysis of lowcarbon, low sulfur, low phosphorus andlow nitrogen
• The ARL QUANTRIS provides all theadvantages of the CCD technology(flexibility, compact size) withoutcompromise on analytical performance
Applications summaries are availableto describe the ARL QUANTRIS’ superioranalytical performance for each matrix.
Innovation for increasedperformanceThermo Electron achieved a number ofbreakthroughs to make the ARL QUANTRISa high end alternative to entry level CCDspectrometers and even approach theperformance of the reputed full-size ARLMETAL ANALYZER and ARL 3460. Some ofthe most exciting advances with the ARLQUANTRIS include:• Full and continuous coverage of the
wavelengths from 130 to 780 nm,permitting the analysis of all elementsrequired by the metals industry
• Integration of three separatespectrographs to cover the full spectralrange to be analyzed. In each module,specific lenses, gratings and CCDcoatings were designed to optimize lightcollection
• All three spectrographs operate in directreading mode for best light transmission.This avoids using fiber optics thatdegrade performance over time andrequire regular replacements
• Selection of CCD’s specially designed forrobust industrial, scientific and militaryapplications
• First CCD-based instrument with a digitalspark source (CCS) similar to the high-endARL 4460; this sparking providesoptimized analytical performance in eachmatrix
Robust design for metalsproduction controlOptical emission spectrometers are oftenutilized out of the laboratory in harshproduction environments. The followingexamples show how traditional designsteps are combined with opportunitiesoffered by the new technology to providetop performing and easy-to-maintaininstruments:• At the heart of the ARL QUANTRIS is a
rugged construction with a single wellproven cast iron body operating undervacuum. This provides full operationalcomfort with unrivaled reliability andstability over both the short and long term
• Thermo-electrically controlled CCD’s toachieve low noise and stability
• Water-cooled stand to further enhancestability
• Automatic optical alignment andspectrum profiling to minimize drift andcorrections
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ARL QUANTRISOptical Emission Spectrometer
The ARL QUANTRIS is built under strict manufacturingand quality control procedures to provide the uniquereliability, stability, precision, and accuracy that are thecornerstone of Thermo Electron's long history in opticalemission spectrometry. The manufacturer’s certificationunder ISO 9001 gives the confidence necessary foroptimum daily operation.
Turn-key operationFor the most common applications, the ARLQUANTRIS is supplied as a turn-key systemready to use. It is pre-configured andcalibrated in the factory before delivery:• The programs elements and the
necessary calibrations are recommendedby Thermo Electron
• Optional elements and calibrations canbe added upon request
Thermo Electron is fully aware thataccuracy, which depends on the calibrationof the instrument, is the most importantfigure of merit required from a spectrometer.Our factory calibrations with CARL, a verysophisticated multi-variable regressionsoftware tool that corrects for matrix effectsas well as spectral interferences, ensuresyou the highest possible accuracy.
CARL provides an immediate “turn key”instrument ready to analyze your sampleson the installation day.
Easy extensionsEach ARL QUANTRIS is delivered with allthe analytical capabilities from up to threespectrographs to cover the requirements ofthe user’s application.
Even if your requirements change overtime, no hardware extension to the ARLQUANTRIS will be necessary, if the thirdspectrograph is already present or notrequired by the user’s application.
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The patented CCS source was introduced in 1994on the high end ARL 4460, and offers significantadvantages compared to other spark sources. Thecurrent waveform is computer controlled and canbe selected for each type of metal.
Each CCD detector has 8’640 pixels with a photodiodesize of 7 x 9.8 mm at 7 mm pitch and is thermallycontrolled to ensure low noise and high stability. In theVUV spectrograph, the CCD has a special coating toimprove its sensitivity.
The stand is water cooled to ensure a high stabilityand is compliant to the EN 61010-1-safety norms. Itssimple dismantling mechanism permits easycleaning of the sparking chamber in less than fiveminutes. The direct light transmission from the standavoids fiber optics that both degrade performanceover time and require regular replacement.
The optical lay-outFrom the spark, the light emitted is transferreddirectly and simultaneously to the entrance lensof each spectrograph. After passing througheach entrance slit, it illuminates the gratingwhere it is diffracted and sent to the CCDdetector. This simple configuration anddetection system ensures optimized lightcollection in each spectrograph throughspecific lenses and gratings as well asmanufacturing of reliable and stable systems.
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WinOE software: simplicity initselfThe WinOE analytical software has beenused for more than a decade on ourinstruments. The software has evolvedthrough regular up-dates, into the mostpowerful, reliable and easy-to-use softwareavailable today for metals analysis byoptical emission spectroscopy. WinOE fullysupports the new ARL QUANTRIS.
WinOE integrates the latestHTML/Internet technologies to simplifywork with the spectrometer andsignificantly reduces the learning curve.With large user-friendly icons, all functionsare easily accessible. Shortcuts make itpossible to start analysis with just one clickor keystroke. Many other featurescontribute to help operators performingroutine analysis and all other tasks quicklyand easily.
‘Push-button’ automation functions and‘black box’ intelligent modules run in thebackground minimizing user intervention, toassist operators in the daily instrumentoperation. This kind of intelligence built intothe WinOE software is key to not onlyeasing the operator’s work, but also toreducing errors, thereby maximizing theproductivity of your operation.
Customer benefitsYou will see many advantages of the ARLQUANTRIS, including:• The capability to measure over wide
analytical ranges, like conventionalinstruments
• To reduce investments costs compared toconventional instruments
• Easy instrument extensions withminimum down-time in case of newanalytical requirements
• Excellent performance on both trace andmajor elements in metals; where CCD-based instruments have been limited sofar
• Superior stability reducing the timenecessary for instrument drift corrections;making more of the operators timeavailable to analyze production and othersamples. The consumption of expensivestandards has also been minimized
• The opportunity to increase productivitywith a fully stable system providing fast,accurate results, around the clock, day-after-day, month-after-month and year-after-year. This results in low analysiscosts over a very long lifetime
Thermo Electron in metalsanalysisFor 70 years, Thermo Electron has set thestandard for instrumental analysis of metalsbased on historic businesses such asThermo ARL. A continuous stream ofinnovative products using optical emissionand X-ray spectroscopy associated with aworldwide customer support network havebeen the cornerstones around whichThermo Electron built that long successfultradition of leadership.
Tens of thousands of systems havebeen supplied so far and the activeoperating installed base is over 10’000units. These instruments have clearlyproven their longevity for well over adecade and solidified Thermo Electron'spowerful reputation for their ease-of-use,quality, stability and reliability.
Thermo Electron's position in thisindustry was first established with the ARLQUANTOMETER, the first optical emissioninstrument used for metals productioncontrol in the 1940’s, and later, the firstinstrument permitting the analysis ofcarbon, sulfur and phosphorus. The ARLQUANTOMETER was manufactured formore than 30 years; its success and itswidespread diffusion eventually led to theuse of the product name as a commonnoun! The ARL QUANTRIS is a worthysuccessor.
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C calibration curve
Cr calibration curve
Spectrum from 193 to 227 nm
Results display
WinOE analytical softwareThe advanced user interface design makes operation ofthe ARL QUANTRIS intuitive, and easy to use. WinOEassists the operator in achieving his routine tasksefficiently and quickly. Large user-friendly icons allowsimple instrument operation at a glance. Shortcuts make itpossible to start an analysis with a singe click orkeystroke. Results can be reported in a variety of formats,with user definable colors highlighting abnormal ornotable results.
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Specifications for the ARL QUANTRIS
SpectrometerSpectrometer: Vacuum instrument, comprising up to three flat field optical spectrographs with own entrance
slit, grating and solid-state detector, eachFocal length: 200 mmVUV spectrograph: Wavelengths from 130 to 200 nmBasic spectrograph: Wavelengths from 200 to 410 nmOptional alkaline spectrograph: Wavelengths from 410 to 780 nmPrimary slit width: 15 µmType of detector: Tri-linear CCD image sensor with 3 x 8640 pixels per spectrograph. Phosphor coating on CCD
for VUV spectrograph. Cooled down by Peltier devices and controlled to ± 0.5° C at 0.5° C (for VUV spectrograph) or at ± 0.5° C at 1.5° C (for other spectrographs)
Pixels: Photodiode 7 x 9.8 µm at 7 µm pitchGrating type: Aberration corrected concave gratings with 590, 1105 and 3240 gr/mm (at grating center)Average resolution: 8 pm/pixel for VUV spectrograph, 24 pm/pixel for basic spectrograph, 43 pm/pixel for
alkaline spectrographSample stand: Argon flushed, water cooled table with self-contained, closed loop coolant system
SourceType: Patented current controlled source (CCS)Peak current: Programmable up to 250 A max.Plateau current: Programmable up to 30 A max in steps of 13 µs Frequency: Up to 1000 HzInstrument control: Thermo microcontroller boards based on Intel 386 EX and NetSilicon Net+50 processorsSoftware: WinOE software running on Windows® XPEnclosure: Built-in dust protection with high capacity cooling fans
RequirementsAmbient temperature: 10-30° C (50-86° F) Relative humidity: 20-80%Voltage: 230 V (+10% -15%), single phase with protective ground (2.5 kVA regulator required if
fluctuations exceed ± 10%)Current: 7 A, including PC, screen and printerFrequency: 50 or 60 HzGrounding: < 1 ΩArgon: > 99.996% maximum 5 ppm oxygen (maximum 2 ppm oxygen for samples with high Si content)
> 99.9997% for low carbon, nitrogen and oxygen analysis Otherwise argon gas purifier mandatory
ConsumptionElectrical power: Max 1.6 kVA, stand-by approximately 0.6 kVAArgon: 5 l/min during analysis, 0.2 l/min stand-by, pulsed high flow just before and after analysisCompliance to norms: 98/37/EC Machinery
73/23/EEC Low voltage material89/336/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility
Dimensions and weightOverall dimensions: 100 x 78 x 119 cm or 39.4 x 31 x 46.9 inches
(121 x 92 x 140 cm or 47.6 x 36.2 x 55.1 inches packed)Weight: 330 kg. or 730 lb (approximately 350 kg. or 775 lb packed)Accessories and options Argon purification systems
Voltage stabilization systems or uninterruptible power supply (UPS)Data communication and analytical results processing software options
