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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Connections.......................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Printer .................................................................................................................................................. 9
4. GPS .................................................................................................................................................... 11
5. Barcode Reader .................................................................................................................................. 12
6. Camera............................................................................................................................................... 14
7. Desktop Stand .................................................................................................................................... 17
8. Benchtop Stand .................................................................................................................................. 18
9. Background Plate................................................................................................................................ 21
10. Soil Foot ......................................................................................................................................... 22
11. Extension Pole ................................................................................................................................ 23
12. Tripod Kit with Linear and 3D Arms ................................................................................................. 26
13. Rail Mounted Tripod Bracket – TRACER 5i only ................................................................................. 33
14. Vacuum Pump – TRACER 5i only ...................................................................................................... 34
15. Helium Flush – TRACER 5i only ......................................................................................................... 37
16. Weld Adapter – S1 TITAN only ......................................................................................................... 38

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1. Introduction
Description User documentation for the S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i analyzers is in the form of a suite of Manuals,
each with its own specific purpose. This document, the Accessories Manual, should be used in
conjunction with the S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i User Manual, Bruker document number 030.0112,
and describes how to use the analyzer with accessories.

Contacting Email: support.hmp@bruker.com


Bruker Phone: +1 (509) 783-9850
Web: www.bruker.com/hhxrf
Address: 415 N. Quay Street
Kennewick, WA 99336 USA

2. Connections

Description Connections, under Utilities -> System Setup, allows communication between the analyzer and
Bluetooth, USB, and Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi is described in the Supervisor Manual, Bruker document
030.0113. Note that Bluetooth and Wi-Fi cannot be used at the same time.

Bluetooth With Bluetooth, an analyzer can be paired and connected to external devices.

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Pairing with a To pair the analyzer with an external device –


device
Step Action Result
1 Log in using Supervisor Mode (54321).
2 Power up external devices.
3 From the Ready to Test screen, tap The Bluetooth screen is displayed.
Utilities -> System Setup ->
Connections -> Configure Connections.
If necessary, tap the Bluetooth tab.
4 Ensure that the Enable box is checked.
5 Check the Scan for Devices box. This The scan may take up to two minutes and is
may need to be done more than once. finished when the box is no longer checked.
The table populates with discovered devices.
6 Tap a device name. The options Delete and Pair… are displayed.
7 Tap Pair. The numeric keyboard is displayed.
8 Tap the appropriate PIN and tap OK: Under Paired for that device name, Yes is
displayed. The pairing remains in effect until
Device PIN deleted.
Intermec PB31 1234
Dual XGPS 150A 1234
Socket CHS 7Ci 0000

Suffix In the Device list, suffix numbers are MAC network unique identifiers.

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Connecting a The analyzer can be connected to only one device at a time. If another is selected, the previous
device one is disconnected.

To connect a device to the analyzer –

Step Action Result


1 Log in using Supervisor Mode.
2 From the Ready to Test screen, tap
Utilities -> System Setup ->
Connections -> Configure Connections.
If necessary, tap the Bluetooth tab.
3 Tap a paired device name. A menu of options is displayed.
4 Tap an option to Configure as Barcode Under Sel’d for that device name, Yes is
Reader, as Printer, or as GPS. displayed.
5 Tap OK. The previous screen is displayed. If a printer
is connected, the print icon ( ) is
displayed in the status bar of the analyzer.

Disconnecting The external device is reconnected to the analyzer every time the analyzer is turned on.
To disconnect an external device, follow the steps in the previous table and select Disconnect.

Unpairing To unpair and disconnect an external device, follow the steps in the previous table and select
Unpair.

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USB tab In the case of an IP address conflict with another device, this screen is used to change the IP
address of the instrument from the default 192.168.137.139. For more information, contact your
IT department.

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3. Printer

Description Screen shots from an analyzer can be printed on a Honeywell Intermec PB31 printer, Bruker part
number 200.0051.

Printing To print from the analyzer –

Step Action Result


1 Pair and connect the printer and A print icon ( ) is displayed in the
analyzer. See Connections, page 5. status bar of the analyzer.
2 Tap . The dropdown menu is displayed.
3 Tap an option. See the option table below.

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Print options Option Description


Screen Dump Prints the current screen. During printing, the touch screen displays the Bruker
logo. When printing is complete, the screen returns to normal view.
Result Table Prints, as a table, the most recent measurement results.
Barcode Displays the keyboard. To print a barcode, tap the numbers for a barcode and
tap OK.
Printer Setup The default setting is .pdf. For clarity, Tahoma Bold is the recommended font.
Note the width must be 2.8 inches.

Barcode Keyboard

Note The first of the following screens shows the printer name to be PB32. It is actually PB31.

Printer Setup More Tab Barcode Tab Table Tab

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4. GPS
Description With a Dual XGPS150A global positioning system (GPS), part number 160.0074, the longitude,
latitude, and altitude (height in meters) can be stored with each assay. For information about the
GPS, refer to the XGPS150A Owner’s Manual.

To use To use the GPS –

Step Action
1 Charge the GPS batteries with the supplied power supply OR from a computer using a
USB cable.
2 Move the tiny switch at the bottom of the GPS, under the cover, to the left toward the
mini-USB port.
3 Power on the GPS.
4 Pair and connect the analyzer and GPS. See Connections, page 5. A small icon, , is
displayed in the status bar.
5 Carry the GPS with the analyzer.

If is displayed in the status bar, the GPS is connected, but too few satellites are available to
determine a position. Once satellites are detected, the icon changes to . It may be necessary
to take the GPS outside to adequately receive signals.

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5. Barcode Reader

Description The barcode reader, Socket CHS 7Ci, part number 200.0050, scans a barcode and displays the
alphanumeric characters on the analyzer on a keyboard screen. The barcode reader works on any
barcode except Quick Response (QR) codes (square).

Getting With a new barcode reader, specific steps must be executed in this specific order –
started
Step Action
1 Install the batteries and charge the barcode reader according to the instructions in the
Socket CHS User Guide.
2 Print (never scan a barcode onscreen) and scan (refer to the Socket CHS User Guide) the
command barcode below. This puts the barcode reader in serial port profile (SPP) mode,
compatible with the analyzer. This is needed only once.

3 Scan any additional desired command barcodes available in the Socket CHS User Guide.
Note: Ensure the barcode reader is not connected to a host or device before scanning a
command barcode.

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Barcode Use the following barcodes to test your barcode reader.


tests
Note: Print sheet before scanning. Do not scan barcode onscreen.

UPC-A: Remote Control Code128 barcode reading


Port number 55102 “Bruker-Elemental”

Barcode To use a barcode reader with an analyzer –


scanning
Step Action
1 Log in the analyzer using Supervisor Mode.
2 Power on the barcode reader.
3 Pair and connect the barcode reader with the analyzer. See Connections, page 5.
4 Ensure that that barcode reader is powered on and displays the keyboard from the
appropriate screen.
5 Scan a barcode according to instructions in the Socket CHS User Guide. The barcode
values are displayed in the keyboard screen.

With another To use the barcode reader with a different analyzer, unpair it from the current analyzer, then
analyzer pair and connect it to the new one. See Connections on page 5.

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6. Camera

Description If an instrument has an enabled camera, the CAMERA button is displayed on the Ready to Test
screen. A sample can be photographed up to five times, depending on limits set in Supervisor
Mode. See the Supervisor Manual, Bruker document 030.0113.

Availability Instrument Camera


S1 TITAN An optional camera is installed at the factory, if the customer desires.
TRACER 5i A camera is installed in every TRACER 5i.

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Process To photograph a sample –


Step Action Result
1 Have a sample in place at the nose of the
instrument.
2 From the Ready to Test screen, tap the The camera screen is displayed.
CAMERA button.
3 Ensure the Live box is checked. The LED is visible in front of the detector.
4 Select a target option by tapping the left The target is set at the center of the X-ray
button above OK. Note that the button shows spot for the specific instrument and the
the next available option. camera is aimed at an angle.

No target, button ready to Oval target, button ready to Crosshairs target, button ready
select oval select crosshairs to select no target
5 Set the illumination level for the built-in LED The selected value is displayed.
between 0 (no light) and 7 (maximum light)
by tapping + and - on the right side of the
screen. See the following figure.
6 Tap Capture to photograph the sample.
7 To exit Camera mode, tap OK. The Ready to Test screen is displayed.

Illumination controls Capture to photograph

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Photo limit Once the five photo limit is reached for a sample, if a subsequent photo is taken, the first photo
in the series is deleted and the second photo becomes the first in the series.

Browsing To browse current photos, tap the Live box to uncheck it and tap the left and right pointing
carats.

Deleting To delete the currently displayed photo, tap the Live box to uncheck it and tap Delete on the
lower right of the screen.

Measuring To measure the current sample –

Step Action Result


1 Ensure the Live box is checked.
2 Press the trigger to measure The results of the assay are displayed and an
the sample. additional photo is taken. If the limit has already
been reached, the first photo is deleted and the
remainder are renumbered accordingly. Photos are
appended to the Results file. Note that during a
measurement, the camera is unavailable.

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7. Desktop Stand

Description A TITAN desktop stand, part number 120.0003, provides stability for measuring small samples.
Controlling the instrument with Bruker remote control software is recommended.

4. Lid

3. Table

1. Post

2. Foot

Assembly To establish a desktop configuration –

Step Action
1 Place the analyzer handle through the slot in the post.
2 Set the back end of the analyzer in the foot.
3 Slide the table onto the post, ensuring that the proximity sensor and examination
window appear through the slot in the table.
4 Snap the lid on the hinge.
5 Place the sample on the table and close the X-ray blocking lid.

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8. Benchtop Stand

Description A benchtop stand (part number 200.0058), similar to a desktop stand, provides stability for
measuring small samples but also provides –
 Monitored interlocks that prevent X-ray generation unless the door is fully closed.
 A larger stage for larger samples.

Controlling the instrument with Bruker remote control software is recommended.

Heavy moving parts require caution to avoid pinching.

Brake To prevent free rotation, the main rotation pivot is fitted with a speed controlling brake. Over
time, it may loosen.
1. To restore braking function, tighten the shoulder bolt and lock nuts on both sides of the
assembly. In the following figure, one side is shown.
2. If the braking function is not restored satisfactorily, contact a local service representative.

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Assembly To establish a benchtop configuration –

Step Action
1 Insert analyzer.

2 Lock it into place.

3 Connect the remote control and USB


cables between the instrument and the
stand.

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4 Pull out rotation stops on each side.

5 Grasp the chamber and rotate it 180°. Do


not use the instrument handle to turn
the chamber.

6 1. Push in rotation stops.


2. Ensure the handle is in closed
position.
3. Press and hold the power button for
one second.
4. If properly connected, warning lights
activate for one to two seconds.

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Measuring To prepare to measure using the benchtop configuration –

Step Action
1 Power on the instrument and log in.
2 Enable the remote control.
3 Cover the proximity sensor with a sample inside the stand.
4 Close and latch the lid.
5 Press and hold the power button on the benchtop stand until warning LED lights
activate. The instrument is ready to use.

9. Background Plate

Description The background plate (part number 485251-000) –


 Eliminates interference from materials behind or around a small sample.
 Absorbs X-rays and prevents them from penetrating a desk or other surface.

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10. Soil Foot


Description The soil foot, part number 160.0138 –
 Allows the instrument to stand alone at a right angle for a horizontal sample.
 Comes with an instrument holder and two feet.
 Can connect to an extension pole and universal adapter.

Attaching To attach the soil foot to the instrument –

Step Action
1 Slide the instrument into the opened Velcro band and tighten Velcro around the handle.
2 Attach the feet so the instrument’s nose rests flat on the sample.
Note: Do not over-tighten the screws.

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11. Extension Pole


Description The extension pole with soil foot, part number 200.0071, allows the instrument to measure –
 From several feet away.
 At ground level while standing.

Compatibility To verify the instrument firmware is compatible with the extension pole –

Step Action
1 Log into the instrument in Supervisor Mode. Refer to S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i User
Manual, Bruker document 030.0112.
2 Navigate to Utilities -> System Setup -> More -> Versions and verify that SuP is 3.10 or
higher.
3 To update SuP to 3:10 or higher, see Technical Service Bulletin TSB-2015-03.

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Connecting To attach the extension pole to the instrument –

Step Action
1 Slide the instrument into the opened Velcro
bands and tighten them around the handle.
Attach the feet so the instrument can rest
on the ground or connect with another
surface.

2 As needed, add or remove the extra


extension to the end of the main pole and
handle.
Extension Main pole
and handle
3 Insert pole into the instrument holder and
tighten.

4 Connect the extension pole cable to the


instrument remote port.

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Operation To use the instrument with the extension pole –

Step Action
1 Ensure the area is dry. Rain water could enter the instrument through exposed ports.
2 Prepare the instrument to take measurements. Refer to S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i User
Manual, Bruker document 030.0112.
3 Place the instrument against material to be sampled.
4 Press the button at the end of the extension pole. The measurement begins.
5 Wait for the assay to complete.

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12. Tripod Kit with Linear and 3D Arms

Description Bruker has two tripod kits, one with a linear arm (part number 200.0091) and one with both a
linear arm and a 3D arm (part number 200.0072). A tripod kit allows the instrument to be firmly
mounted and positioned. The basic kit comes with –
 Tripod with manufacturer’s user guide
 Linear arm with manufacturer’s user guide
 Universal adapter
 Instrument holder

The expanded kit comes with everything in the basic kit plus a 3D arm with manufacturer’s user
guide.

Counter- Counterweights help stabilize the tripod. For options, please refer to a camera supply vendor.
weights

Tripod with linear arm Tripod with 3D arm and counterweight

Connections The tripod connects to an arm, either linear or 3D,


which connects to the universal adapter,
which connects to the instrument holder,
which connects to the instrument.

Caution Do not over-tighten or force any screw or part, or damage could result.

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Tripod To set up the tripod –

Step Action
1 Set the Tripod on the floor or table.
2 Loosen the retaining screw on the vertical tube slide. See the figure below.
3 Unlock and fully expand the legs so that the tube slide is located at the bottom of the
vertical tube. Relock. Refer to the tripod manufacturer’s user manual.
4 Tighten the retaining screw to secure the vertical tube slide to the tube.
5 Adjust the telescoping legs to the desired height and relock.

Tube slide and retaining screw

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Universal The universal adapter, part number 160.0140, attaches to one arm at a time and connects the
adapter instrument holder to the arm.
To attach the universal adapter to an arm –
Step Action
1 Collect adapter pieces. This set contains the attachment
piece for a linear arm.

2 Slide the base of the adapter stud into the arm


attachment piece. Line up the holes.

3 Slide the first bolt through both pieces.

4 Slide the second bolt through both pieces from the other
side. Note the first bolt extending through.

5 Slide each bolt end into the base of the alternate bolt.

6 Slide a washer onto the end of each bolt. Screw on each


hand crank. Position hand cranks out of the way by pulling
a crank outward and turning it to a desired location.
7 Screw the assembled universal adapter onto the arm.

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Instrument To attach the instrument holder to the linear arm or 3D arm –


holder to
arm Step Action
1 Attach the universal adapter to the arm, as described above.
2 Unscrew and completely remove the instrument holder crank handle. See below.
3 Insert the universal adapter stud into the mating hole on the instrument holder.
4 Re-insert the crank handle and tighten just enough to hold the instrument. Do not over-
tighten.
5 To position the crank handle out of the way, pull it outward and adjust.

Instrument holder and Universal adapter joined

Instrument holder Universal adapter 3D arm

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Hand cranks Note that the instrument holder hand crank cannot turn unless the corresponding universal
adapter hand crank is the farther one from the instrument holder crank. In the above photos, the
closer universal adapter crank is on the opposite side from the instrument holder crank so they
don’t interfere with each other.

Linear arm to To attach the linear arm to the tripod –


tripod
Step Action
1 If applicable, remove the disk at the top of the tripod.

2 Line up the screw at the top of the tripod with the hole in the
linear arm.

3 Loosely attached the arm with a disk nut.

4 Adjust the arm to the desired position and prevent the arm
from rotating by hand tightening the disk nut.

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3D arm to To attach the 3D arm to the tripod –


tripod
Step Action
1 Line up the screw at the top of the tripod with the imbedded nut in the 3D arm. See the
figure below.
2 Hold the 3D arm while turning the pivot disk. This is easier if a second person assists.

Caution: Do not cross-thread or over-tighten.

Tripod screw 3D arm nut 3D arm pivot disk

Instrument to To attach the instrument to the instrument holder, slide the instrument into the opened Velcro
holder bands and tighten the Velcro around the instrument handle.

Instrument holder

Before positioning close to an art piece, always verify stability. Use counterweights as necessary.

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Linear arm Operation Execution


operation Position vertically Use the lift mechanism on the tripod.
Position horizontally Under the linear arm crank, unlock the crank and turn it.

Secure arm position Tighten the disc nut attached to the tripod, but do not over-
tighten.
Pivot vertically, floor to ceiling Loosen the universal adapter hand cranks to adjust, then
retighten.
Rotate instrument from Loosen the instrument holder hand crank to adjust, then
upright to upside down. retighten.

Instrument holder hand crank Universal adapter hand crank

3D arm To allow smooth movement and balance –


operation
Step Action
1 Adjust the counterweight position so that the 3D arm is well balanced.
2 Tighten the four screws on the pivoting arms so the arms move smoothly but still hold
the unit securely in position.

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13. Rail Mounted Tripod Bracket – TRACER 5i only


Description The rail mounted tripod bracket (part number 150.0268) allows the new TRACER 5i to attach to a
legacy tripod assembly.

Mounting To mount the tripod bracket onto the instrument, from the front of the instrument, slide the
bracket onto the rail, red button side first, until it clicks and locks in place.

Removing To remove the tripod bracket from the instrument, push the red button and slide the bracket
toward the nose.

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14. Vacuum Pump – TRACER 5i only


Description Air absorbs lower energy X-rays generated by the excitation of light elements. The vacuum removes
air from between a sample and the detector, allowing the maximum number of X-rays to be detected
and the assay to be more accurate. This relative measurement varies depending on temperature,
humidity, and air pressure.

Hose fitting

Pressure gauge

Rocker switch

Hose fitting

Power jack

Slide valve Pinhole

Collar

Instrument tube end Vacuum pump tube end


Process To operate the vacuum pump –
Step Action
1 Ensure the instrument is set to Vacuum. (Set Application to Spectrometer. Under Settings,
set Atmosphere to Vacuum.)
2 Remove the nose plate from the instrument.
3 Ensure the gridded window is installed. Using a clear window could damage the
instrument.
4 Secure the instrument so it is stable.
5 Connect the external AC adapter to the pump or install a charged battery pack.
6 Push the tube end with the slide valve onto the pump until it clicks and locks. Push the other
end onto the instrument hose fitting until it locks. See the figure below.

Note that to attach the hose to the instrument fitting, it may be necessary to pull back on
the collar on the end.
7 Ensure the slide valve is open (pushed forward so the pinhole is exposed).
8 Use the rocker switch to power on the pump.
9 Slide the valve closed (pulled back so the pinhole is covered). The detector chamber
evacuates.
10 When the pressure falls below 10 Torr on the pump (13 mbar on the instrument), the
instrument is ready to measure.
11 After all assays are complete, slide the valve open and use the rocker switch to turn off the
vacuum pump. To remove the hose from either device, pull back on the collar to unlock it
and gently pull.

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Before turning off the vacuum pump or removing the hose from either end, ensure the slide
valve is open. Failure to use the valve properly may cause damage to the window or the
expensive detector.

Monitoring Pressure is displayed –


pressure  On the pump (Torr).
 In the status bar of the instrument (mbar).

If the displayed pressure values differ, the value displayed on the pump is the most reliable.

AC adapter To connect the vacuum pump to the AC adapter –

Step Action
1 Ensure the analyzer is off.
2 With the supplied cord, connect the power supply to a 90-240V AC wall outlet.
3 Plug the DC output of the supply into the power jack on the face of the vacuum pump.

Battery note When the battery is connected while the pump operates from an external power supply, the
battery will not charge.

Removing The vacuum pump uses nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. To remove the battery pack –
batteries
Step Action
1 Ensure that the vacuum pump is off and the external power supply is disconnected.
2 Remove the battery cover by rotating the three thumbscrews one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
3 Disconnect the plastic connector and remove the battery pack from the compartment.

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Installing To install the battery pack –


batteries
Step Action
1 Ensure that the vacuum pump is off and the external power supply is disconnected.
2 Attach the connector labeled Discharge Terminal to the vacuum pump and place the
battery back into the compartment.
3 Replace the battery cover and lock it by turning the three thumbscrews clockwise.

Charging A fully charged battery pack will operate the vacuum pump for 2 to 4 hours. To charge the
batteries battery pack –

Step Action
1 Disconnect and remove the battery pack from the vacuum pump.
2 Verify the charge rate switch on the charger is set to 1.8A.
3 Connect the connector labeled Charge Terminal from the battery pack to the charger.
4 Connect the charger to a 90-240 AC outlet with the supplied power cord. The charger
orange LED indicates the battery is charging.
5 For a complete charge, recharge for 4 to 6 hours. The green LED indicates the charge is
complete.

Charge rate switch

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15. Helium Flush – TRACER 5i only


Description Air absorbs lower energy X-rays generated by the excitation of light elements. The Helium flush
(part number 160.0201) replaces air from between a sample and the detector, allowing the
maximum number of X-rays to be detected and the assay to be more accurate.

Process To take a measurement with a Helium flush –

Step Action
1 Remove the nose plate from the instrument.
2 Peel off the window.
3 Secure the instrument, nose down. This increases efficiency by displacing heavy air with
lighter helium between the detector and the sample.
4 Attach the hose between the instrument and helium tank with a pressure regulator.
5 Set flow to one to one and a half liters per minute (1-1.5 l/min).
6 Take measurements.

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16. Weld Adapter – S1 TITAN only

Description The weld adapter, part number 150.0140, provides a groove for aligning a weld bead or weld rod.
It reduces the X-ray beam to a 3 mm wide slot, allowing analysis of a defined small area.
However, it is not suitable for light element analysis.

Process To install a weld adapter –

Step Action
1 Unscrew and extend the screws,
slide the nose plate downward,
and remove it.

2 Place the weld adapter,


slide it upward,
and tighten the screws.

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