Bruker AXS HMP001 Handheld XRF Spectrometer User Manual

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User Manual
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FCC ID: 2AKJ9HMP001
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
In order to comply with FCC/ISED/MIC RF Exposure requirements, this device must be installed to provide at least 20 cm
separation from the human body at all times.
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Table of Contents
1.
Instrument Description and Care............................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.
1.2.
1.3.
1.4.
1.5.
1.6.
2.
Instrument Components .......................................................................................................................................... 6
TRACER 5 Collimators and Filters............................................................................................................................. 8
General Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 12
Changing Windows ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Power Sources ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
Contacting Bruker................................................................................................................................................... 16
Radiation Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.1.
2.2.
2.3.
2.4.
Radiation Profile – S1 TITAN ................................................................................................................................... 17
Radiation Profile – TRACER 5 ................................................................................................................................. 20
Precautions............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Safety Features ....................................................................................................................................................... 28
3.
Starting Up .............................................................................................................................................................. 29
4.
APPLICATION Button ............................................................................................................................................... 33
5.
METHOD Button ...................................................................................................................................................... 34
6.
SETTINGS Button ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
7.
SETTINGS Button – Spectrometer Mode .................................................................................................................. 37
8.
DISPLAY Button ....................................................................................................................................................... 39
8.1.
8.2.
8.3.
9.
Display Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 40
Element Display Order ........................................................................................................................................... 41
Grade ID Settings and More ................................................................................................................................... 42
Utilities Button ........................................................................................................................................................ 43
9.1.
9.2.
Back up Data........................................................................................................................................................... 43
Remote Control ...................................................................................................................................................... 45
10.
Edit Info Button................................................................................................................................................... 46
11.
Results ................................................................................................................................................................ 48
11.1.
11.2.
12.
Spectrum ................................................................................................................................................................ 50
Averaging................................................................................................................................................................ 52
Quality Check ...................................................................................................................................................... 55
Appendix A
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1. Instrument Description and Care
Introduction
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 S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i User Manual,
describes –
 Instruments.
 Safety precautions.
 Safety features.
 Basic use.
Complete kit
An instrument comes with the following –











Software and calibrations.
Check samples appropriate to the specific calibrations.
A charger, power cord, and two batteries.
A USB/CD loaded with Bruker Toolbox, all manuals, demonstration software for S1 DATA
TOOLS, and utilities.
Radiation safety video.
Four extra windows.
Screwdriver or Hex driver and two spare nose plate screws.
USB flash drive.
Filters and collimators for TRACER 5i.
Filter making tools for TRACER 5i.
Pelican case.
X-ray use
The S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i are fully field portable analyzers based on energy dispersive X-ray
fluorescence (EDXRF) technology and use an X-ray tube as their excitation source. When
energized, the instruments generate low-energy X-rays.
Calibration
options
The instrument is factory calibrated, based on customer-ordered configuration. Calibrations are
available for various applications, such as:
 Alloy analysis.
 Mining analysis.
 Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) chemical content.
 Lead and other heavy metals in toys and consumer products.
 Soil contamination analysis.
Registration
and licensing
For information on how to register and/or license your analyzer, See Registration and Licensing
FAQ, Bruker document 030.0050.
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1.1.
Instrument Components
S1 TITAN
Examination
Window
X-ray
warning
light
Proximity
Sensor
Trigger
Ports hatch
Battery Lock
Touch screen
Auxiliary trigger
Power switch
Armed indicator light
X-ray warning light
TRACER 5i
X-ray warning light
Rail
Proximity sensor
Power switch
Examination window
Touch screen
Collimator hatch
Auxiliary trigger
Hose fitting
Ports hatch
Trigger
Battery door lock
Battery
Remote
AC power
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USB
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Descriptions
The following table, in alphabetical order, describes each component:
Component
Armed indicator
Auxiliary trigger
Battery
Battery door lock
Collimator hatch
(TRACER 5i only)
Examination window
Hose fitting
(TRACER 5i only)
Ports
Power switch
Proximity sensor
Rail (TRACER 5i only)
Touch screen
Trigger
X-ray warning light
TRACER 5i
windows
Description
Indicates that the instrument is ready to take a measurement.
Allows dual hand operation as required in certain countries.
Provides power to the instrument.
Keeps the battery secure.
Accesses the collimator/filter assembly.
Source location of X-rays.
Provides an attachment location for a vacuum or Helium flush hose.
Provide connections for USB, remote, USB flash drive, and power.
Powers the instrument on and off.
Prevents the instrument from activating without a sample in place.
Allows accessories to be easily attached.
Controls the instrument through a pressure sensitive user interface.
Using a stylus is helpful.
Initiates a measurement.
Warns when X-ray is activated.
Both the S1 TITAN and the TRACER 5i come with a clear examination window but the TRACER 5i has
additional window configurations for different applications.
Application
Normal use
Vacuum
Configuration
Clear window
Gridded window
He flush
No window
Clear window for normal use
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Reason
The window protects the detector.
The grid reinforces the window against air pressure
during the vacuum. However, during normal use, the grid
interferes with measurements of light elements.
Allows the Helium flow to escape.
Gridded window for vacuum
No window for He flush
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1.2.
TRACER 5i Collimators and Filters
Description
The TRACER 5i has additional, interchangeable features –
 Filters.
 Collimators, stamped with either an 8 or 3.
They are applied as an assembly: a filter is inserted into the filter holder, which is attached to the
collimator with a screw.
Black filter holder
Filter types
Ti 25µm
Cu 200µm:Ti 25µm:Al 300µm
Al 76µm
C 60µm:F 190µm
No filter
Name on Screen
Blue
Black
Orange
Teflon
None
Holder Color
Blue
Black
Orange
White
Beige
The collimator determines the size of the spot on the sample to be tested. For most applications,
8mm is best. The 3mm collimator reduces the focal point size and, therefore, the analyzed area.
For safety reasons, a collimator must be installed at all times.
If a collimator is…
Installed
Not installed
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Collimators
The instrument comes with five filter options and five filter holders (below) marked in different
colors to indicate the filter type.
Filter
Collimators
Assembly
Then
The size is displayed in the status bar and recorded in the data file.
The instrument is prevented from entering the armed state and will not
produce X-rays.
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Installing a
collimator
To install an alternate collimator –
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Ensure that the instrument is powered off.
Using the provided 0.050 inch hex
screwdriver, open the collimator hatch located
on the side of the instrument nose. Do not
allow debris to get inside the hatch area.
Using a thumbnail on the lip of the currently
installed collimator, slide it out. It may be
tight.
Line up the new collimator with the groove
inside the hatch and slide it in until it clicks.
Again, do not allow debris inside.
Securely close the hatch and screw it shut.
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Changing
filters
To change manual filters attached to a collimator –
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Note the configuration of the current filter
holder on the collimator.
Using the provided 0.050 inch hex
screwdriver, unscrew the filter holder from
the collimator.
Align the new filter holder with the collimator.
Note the metal band fits into the collimator.
Attach the screw.
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Making a
filter
To make a custom filter –
Step
Collect necessary tools:
 Hole punch
 Vacuum stick
 0.050 inch hex screwdriver
 Collimator assembly
Action
Use the hole punch to cut the filter material.
Retrieve the filter piece from the hole punch.
Use the vacuum stick to pick up the filter piece
without touching it.
To operate the vacuum stick –
1. Press and hold the button.
2. Touch the tip to the filter piece.
3. Release the button.
Place the filter piece in the collimator. Release the
filter piece by pressing the vacuum stick button.
For a multilayer filter, the filter piece with the highest
atomic number must be placed in the collimator last
so it is closest to the X-ray source.
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1.3.
General Care and Maintenance
Low
maintenance
The instrument, when used properly, should require very little maintenance beyond –
 Battery recharging. See Power Sources, page 14.
 Window replacement. See below.
 Quality checking. See Quality Check, page 55.
Touch screen
The touch screen uses sensitive electronics and should be cleaned regularly using a soft, lint-free
or microfiber cloth. Do not –
 Use cleaners as they may damage the screen.
 Use compressed air.
 Leave the analyzer where the touch screen is exposed to direct sunlight.
Cleaning
exterior
If the exterior of the analyzer becomes dirty, wipe it gently with a damp, lint-free cloth. Avoid
harsh solvents and compressed air.
1.4.
Changing Windows
Description
The window in front of the detector is delicate, only 4 µm thick Prolene™, and periodically
requires replacement.
Never touch or use compressed air on the detector. The detector window is 8µm Be, fragile, and
expensive.
Detector
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Changing
windows
To change a window –
Step
Action
If necessary, unscrew and remove the nose plate using the
supplied screwdriver.
TRACER 5i
Peel off the old window. Avoid any contact with the sensitive
detector.
S1 TITAN
Remove old adhesive with isopropyl alcohol.
TRACER 5i
Peel the white backing from the new window.
TRACER 5i
For the S1 TITAN, center alignment arrows over the middle of
the aperture.
S1 TITAN
Carefully apply the new window to the nose.
TRACER 5i
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element measurements will be inaccurate.
TRACER 5i
Replace the nose plate. Firmly secure the screws but do not
over-tighten.
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1.5.
Power Sources
What is
provided
The analyzer is supplied with –
 Two Lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries, part number 160.0009.
 Battery charger with a cord, part number 160.0010. (Do not use a different charger with
these batteries.) For more information, consult the manufacturer’s battery charger
manual.
S1 TITAN
battery
removal
To remove a battery from the S1 TITAN, while pressing the base, lift up the locking clip and pull
down the door. Pull out the battery.
TRACER 5i
battery
removal
To remove a battery from the TRACER 5i, press the battery door button, open the door, and pull
out the battery.
Button
Battery
installation
To install a battery into an instrument, slide in the battery and close the door until the locking
clip clicks. Note that the battery can be inserted completely in only one configuration.
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Remaining
charge
To check the charge remaining on a battery –
On the “Bruker” side of the battery, push the white button on the left. Green lights indicate the
approximate remaining charge in percent.
Charging
To charge a battery –
Step
Action
To prolong battery life, ensure that the ambient temperature during charging is
between +5 °C and +45 °C (40 °F to 115 °F).
Plug power adapter into back of charger.
Plug power cord into power adapter.
Plug power cord into a wall outlet.
Insert battery into charger with the Bruker name on the left side.
During charging, the green light blinks. A solid green light indicates the battery is fully charged.
For more information, consult the manufacturer’s battery charger manual.
Duration
A charge lasts, depending how the instrument is used, about four to eight hours.
Warnings
Do not –
 Disassemble, crush, or puncture a battery.
 Place a battery in fire or water.
 Charge a battery except with the supplied charger.
 Short battery terminals by allowing them to touch metal.
 Dispose of batteries in the trash.
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Disposal
To dispose of a battery –
 Contact your local waste management company regarding disposal and recycling programs.
 If there is no local disposal program, return used Bruker batteries to Bruker. A nominal
shipping charge applies.
 If a battery fails to operate normally within the warranty period, return it to Bruker for
evaluation and repair.
Using AC
adapter
Optionally, the instrument may be powered by an AC adapter purchased from Bruker. (This is
different from the battery AC adapter.) To power the analyzer with an AC adapter –
Step
Action
With the supplied cord, connect the AC adapter to a 90-240V AC wall outlet.
Connect the AC adapter to the analyzer’s power port.
Maintaining
power
The analyzer may be connected to the AC adapter prior to removing the battery so power to the
unit is maintained.
Bruker brand
only
Using another brand of adapter could damage the analyzer and voids the warranty.
1.6.
Contacting Bruker
Email: support.hmp@bruker.com
Phone: +1 (509) 783-9850
Web: www.bruker.com/hhxrf
Address: 415 N. Quay Street
Kennewick, WA 99336 USA
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2. Radiation Safety
Description
This section describes the radiation profiles of the S1 TITAN and TRACER 5i, X-ray warnings, and
safety recommendations.
Proper use
When the instrument is used properly, X-ray radiation from instrument poses no harm to the user
or others. Use the instrument for only its intended use.
Each
instrument
A radiation profile is measured on each instrument before it leaves the factory.
Safe use
Safe use of any XRF device is based on the principles of:
Principle
Time
Distance
Shielding
Description
Managing the amount of time during which X-rays are produced.
 Keeping all parts of the user’s body as far away from the X-ray producing nose
as possible.
 Pointing the analyzer away from others.
 Keeping others away from the instrument during use.
 Ensuring that the instrument is mechanically intact and sound.
 When measuring small samples that might allow X-ray radiation to escape,
use a benchtop or desktop stand and close the lid.
ALARA
Collectively, these practices are known as “As Low as Reasonably Achievable” (ALARA). Safe
practice is further discussed during user training. For more details, see the Radiation Safety
Manual, Bruker document 030.0011.
Occupational
limits
The following table lists the annual exposure limit.
2.1.
TRACER 5i
Rem
Sieverts
Eye
15
0.15
Skin
50
0.5
Radiation Profile – S1 TITAN
Testing
standards
The radiation profile reflects the radiological conditions during worst-case (high voltage, high
power) instrument operation.
To establish radiation profiles –
 IEC 62495 (2011), Nuclear instrumentation – Portable X-ray fluorescence analysis
equipment utilizing a miniature X-ray tube was used as a guide.
 The analyzer was set at the maximum voltage and current established for analysis, with a
standard material sample over the examination window.
 Per the guide, measurement of stray radiation (leakage and scatter) was conducted at 10,
30, and 100 centimeter distances from the surface.
 Additionally, the geometric size of the X-ray beam and the open beam radiation dose
equivalent rates were recorded at 0, 5, 10, 30, and 100 centimeters.
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General
testing
conditions
Radiation measurements were conducted –
 Using a Thermo micro-rem low energy plastic scintillation radiation survey instrument.
 With the survey meter calibrated by the survey meter manufacturer.
 Referenced to the center of the detector volume.
Readings
Readings were taken at 50kV, 39 µA, with a Duplex 2205 sample over the examination window
and rounded up to the nearest 5 µRem/hr value.
Displayed isodistance contours show the maximum value likely to be encountered in x10-6Rem/hr
(rem/hr) or equivalently in x10-8 Sieverts/hr.
Location
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μrad(μSieverts)/hr
10cm
30cm
≤45(0.45)
≤20(0.20)
≤10(0.10)
Background
≤5(0.05)
≤5(0.05)
Background
Background
Background
Background
≤40(0.40)
≤40(0.40)
≤10(0.10)
≤10(0.10)
Background
Background
Background
Background
≤5(0.05)
≤5(0.05)
≤5(0.05)
≤5(0.05)
Background
Background
Background
Background
100cm
≤5(0.05)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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X-ray beam
diameter
The following table provides specific beam diameters at selected distances from the beam port
when no sample is in place.
Beam Port Distance in cm
1.50
10
30
100
Testing
conditions,
open beam
Beam Diameter in cm
1.20
2.5
4.23
11.34
36.5
Radiation measurements were conducted –
 Using a Thermo RadEye B20-ER meter corrected by results from NanoDots.
 With the survey meter calibrated by the survey meter manufacturer.
The dose at the Beam Port for the open beam measurement was extrapolated from the 5cm and
10cm results on a logarithmic scale as described in IEC 62495.
Distance vs.
dose
Distance
(cm)
Beam Port
5 cm
10 cm
30 cm
100 cm
Eye / Skin
Time to
Limit
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(Rem/hr)
223.7
119.0
63.24
19.9
1.96
4.02 / 13.4
Minutes
Worst-Case
50KeV, 39A
Blank, No Filter
With Duplex
Dose
(Sieverts/hr) (Rem/hr)
2.237
1300
1.190
289.0
0.6324
144.5
0.199
44.2
0.0196
Background
With Duplex
(Sieverts/hr)
13.00
2.890
1.445
0.442
Background
4.02 / 13.4
Minutes
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Radiation Profile – TRACER 5i
Testing
standards
The radiation profile reflects the radiological conditions during normal and non-normal
instrument operational conditions.
To establish radiation profiles –
 IEC 62495 (2011), Nuclear instrumentation – Portable X-ray fluorescence analysis
equipment utilizing a miniature X-ray tube was used as a guide.
 The analyzer was set at three conditions established for normal analysis and two worstcase conditions with and without a sample over the examination window. For ease in
viewing, three of the settings are shown below.
 Per the guide, measurement of stray radiation (leakage and scatter) was conducted at 10,
30, and 100 centimeter distances from the surface, as well as at 5cm.
 The geometric size of the X-ray beam and the open beam radiation dose equivalent rates
were recorded at 5, 10, 30, and 100cm and extrapolated back to the surface.
General
testing
conditions
Radiation measurements were conducted –
 Using a Thermo RadEye B20-ER meter.
 With the survey meter calibrated by the survey meter manufacturer.
Readings
The instrument stray radiation profile was collected –
 Operating without a filter.
 With the larger 8cm collimator.
 At its effective maximum power (40keV and 99uA in the appendix) and maximum voltage
(50keV and 39uA).
 At distances of 5, 10, 30, and 100cm.
 With and without a sample covering the opening at the nose of the instrument.
 Using a duplex (3mm thick) check sample.
 Operating at commonly used setting and corresponding filters for 50 (in the appendix),
40, and 15 keV.
Locations for the stray radiation profiles and results are shown in the figures and tables below,
and the appendix. Correction factors to agree with results from 80 pkV, 2.9mm Al HVL NanoDots
(TLD dosimeters) from Landauer were applied.
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Worst-case 1
highest
energy
Tests were performed with the following settings:
Setting Type
Voltage (keV)
Current (μA)
Filter
Value
50
39
Blank #2
At 5 cm
Location
At 10 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
2781439(27814.39)
83.1(0.831)
3272.7(32.727)
Background
726.1(7.261)
18.1(0.181)
1123.4(11.234)
21.7(0.217)
75.9(0.759)
Background
256.5(2.565)
Background
Background
Background
2351.6(23.516)
112.0(1.120)
1419.6(14.196)
292.6(2.926)
191.5(1.915)
47.0(0.470)
151.7(1.517)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
At 30 cm
Location
Location
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
46204.9(462.049)
Background
1556.9(15.569)
Background
689.9(6.899)
Background
942.8(9.428)
Background
86.7(0.867)
Background
54.2(0.542)
21.7(0.217)
Background
Background
726.1(7.261)
39.7(0.397)
906.7(9.067)
90.3(0.903)
317.9(3.179)
79.5(0.795)
292.6(2.926)
68.6(0.686)
79.5(0.795)
65.0(0.650)
57.8(0.578)
75.9(0.759)
At 100 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
5869.6(58.696)
Background
386.2(3.862)
Background
386.2(3.862)
Background
386.2(3.862)
Background
132.7(1.327)
Background
209.3(2.093)
Background
Background
Background
356.7(3.567)
Background
312.5(3.125)
Background
312.5(3.125)
Background
165.1(1.651)
Background
106.1(1.061)
Background
59.0(0.590)
Background
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Open Beam
(μrad/hr)
2980.1(29.801)
128.4(1.284)
163.5(1.635)
134.3(1.343)
99.2(0.992)
119.7(1.197)
61.3(0.613)
61.3(0.613)
113.8(1.138)
81.7(0.817)
61.3(0.613)
61.3(0.613)
90.5(0.905)
61.3(0.613)
131.3(1.313)
Duplex (μrad/hr)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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Standard
setting 1
alloy phase 1
Tests were performed with the following settings:
Setting Type
Voltage (keV)
Current (μA)
Filter
Value
40
5.2
Ti25/Al300mm #1
At 5 cm
Location
At 10 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
180582(1805.82)
Background
238.4(2.384)
Background
68.6(0.686)
Background
75.9(0.759)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
148.1(1.481)
7.2(0.072)
54.2(0.542)
7.2(0.072)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
At 30 cm
Location
Location
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
2387.7(23.877)
Background
39.7(0.397)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
18.1(0.181)
Background
57.8(0.578)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
At 100 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
268.3(2.683)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
23.6(0.236)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
163.5(1.635)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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Standard
setting 2
alloy phase 2
Tests were performed with the following settings:
Setting Type
Voltage (keV)
Current (μA)
Filter
Value
15
11.35
Blank #2
At 5 cm
Location
At 10 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
4374.5(43.745)
Background
68.6(0.686)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
7.2(0.072)
Background
7.2(0.072)
Background
3.6(0.036)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
At 30 cm
Location
Location
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
148.1(1.481)
28.9(0.289)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
20.4(0.204)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
At 100 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
53.1(0.531)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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Testing
conditions,
open beam
Measurements of the main beam without a sample (open Beam) were collected at 5, 10, 30, and
100cm. The result at the sample position was extrapolated from measured results using a semilog plot as described in IEC 62495. The main beam leaves the front of the instrument going
forward and up at a 45-degree angle. Locations where the intensity of the main beam falls to 10%
and 1% of the intensity at its center were recorded using the “Standard Setting 1 Alloy Phase 1”
only. See the following figure.
RadEye gives instantaneous results but is not accurate over large energy ranges. A second survey
of the main beam was done with 80 pkV, 2.9mm Al HVL NanoDots (TLD dosimeters) from
Landauer with a request to apply the correction factor for NIST H30 that most closely matches
the X-rays in the beam for the setting used.
The NanoDots were exposed at the locations defined with the RadEye at 10, 30 and 100cm
distances from the nose, for a measured time using the Standard Setting 1 Alloy Phase 1.
NanoDots do not give instantaneous results but are more accurate. The RadEye was used to find
the location of the center of the main beam. Its readings at that time were recorded so a
comparison of the results from the NanoDots and RadEye could be made.
X-ray beam
diameter
The following table provides specific beam diameters at selected distances from the beam port
when no sample is in place.
Distance in cm
10
30
100
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4.5
5.45
10.5
32.0
10% in cm
3.4
4.0
7.9
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Correction
factors
During testing, the following correction factors were used:
Distance
5 cm
10 cm
30 cm
100 cm
Distance vs.
dose in mRad
In mRad
Distance
(cm)
100
30
10
Surface
Eye / Skin
Time to
Limit
Distance vs.
dose in
mSieverts
In
mSieverts
Distance
(cm)
100
30
10
Surface
Eye / Skin
Time to
Limit
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3.612
3.612
2.948
2.919
Worst-Case 1 Highest
Energy
50KeV, 39A
Blank, No Filter
mRad
Open
Beam
With Sample
1839
Background
3320
0.027
143697
0.220
163420
0.372
218936
0.632
4.2 / 13.7
Minutes
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Worst-case 1 Highest
Energy
50KeV, 39A
Blank, No Filter
mSieverts
Open
Beam
With Sample
18.39
Background
33.20
0.000265
1437.0
0.002204
1634.2
0.003721
2189.4
0.006324
4.2 / 13.7
Minutes
2.7 / 9
Years
Standard Setting 1
Alloy Phase 1
40KeV, 5.2A
Ti25/Al300m filter
mRad
Open
Beam
With Sample
120
Background
1126
Background
9031
Background
10656
Background
14006
Standard Setting 2 Alloy
Phase 2
15KeV, 11.35A
Blank, No Filter
mRad
Open
Beam
With Sample
34
Background
398
Background
2854
Background
3161
Background
4310
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Minutes
Standard Setting 1
Alloy Phase 1
40KeV, 5.2A
Ti25/Al300m filter
mSieverts
Open
Beam
With Sample
1.197
Background
11.262
Background
90.308
Background
106.563 Background
140.06
Standard Setting 2 Alloy
Phase 2
15KeV, 11.35A
Blank, No Filter
mSieverts
Open
Beam
With Sample
0.339
Background
3.98
Background
28.537
Background
31.608
Background
43.100
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2.3.
Precautions

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




Prior to using the instrument, read the Radiation Safety Manual, Bruker document 030.0011.
Improper handling or use could result in radiation exposure.
Do not allow anyone other than trained personnel to operate the analyzer.
Only sell or transfer the analyzer to persons registered to receive it.
Notify your regulatory agency upon the transfer or disposal of the analyzer.
Comply with all instructions and labels provided with the device.
Before pressing the trigger, be aware of the direction the X-rays travel.
While measuring, do not place any part of your body, especially the eyes or hands, near the Xray source.

Do not hold a sample by hand to the window for analysis. Hold the window to the sample.

Occasionally, a sample may not be reflective enough to trigger the proximity sensor. Place a
piece of white paper or other reflective material between the sample and sensor. If necessary
and allowed by law, a supervisor can deactivate the proximity sensor.
To test small, thin, or low-density materials, such as plastic, wood, soil, paper, or ceramics,
use the optional background plate, or benchtop or desktop stands.






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If required by a regulatory agency, wear an appropriate dosimeter.
When in use, the device should be in the operator's possession at all times.
Always store the instrument in a secure location.
Keep the instrument cool and dry, including during transport.
Know the instrument’s location at all times. Track all instruments, operators assigned to use
them, locations they were used, storage, removal, and transportation.
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If the analyzer is damaged, even if it remains operational, immediately –
1. Remove the battery pack and disconnect all power sources.
2. Notify Bruker at +1 (509) 783-9850, or support.hmp@bruker.com.
If the analyzer is lost or stolen, immediately notify –
1. The appropriate regulatory agency in the state or country in which the device was located.
2. Local law enforcement authorities.
3. Bruker at +1 (509) 783-9850, or support.hmp@bruker.com.
Never remove labels from the analyzer. This voids regulatory approval of the instrument.
Safety officer
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at +1 (509) 783-9850, or support.hmp@bruker.com.
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2.4.
Safety Features
Introduction
The instrument includes a fail-safe electronic control system consisting of primary and secondary
interlocks. The control system is designed to –
 Aid in the safe use of the instrument.
 Prevent accidental exposure to radiation.
 Prevent the instrument from generating radiation in case of damage.
As with any safety control system, it cannot prevent injury from intentional misuse. Never attempt to
disable or otherwise circumvent a safety control.
Power switch
interlock
A push-button main power switch interlock controls power to all components. The switch must be
activated before any other actions can be initiated. When power is activated, X-ray warning lights
flash and, after a few seconds, the touch screen displays.
Password
Once the instrument initializes, a password is requested. The analyzer will neither operate nor
generate X-rays without a valid password.
X-ray warning
Once the password is successfully entered, an X-ray radiation warning is displayed. To continue, press
and release the trigger.
Proximity
sensor
The proximity sensor detects when an object is within range of the examination window. X-rays can
be generated only if the sensor detects an object.
Disabling the
interlock
For some less favorable testing conditions, the proximity sensor interlock may need to be bypassed.
See Supervisor Manual, Bruker document 030.0113. Some locales may not allow this.
When the instrument is logged out or powered off, the interlock is not automatically re-enabled.
Trigger
interlock
X-rays are generated when the trigger is pressed. When using the manual trigger setting (see
SETTINGS Button, page 35), the trigger must be continuously squeezed during measurements. When
the trigger is released, X-ray generation stops.
Auxiliary
trigger
In some countries, both hands are required to be on the instrument when X-rays are generated. The
auxiliary trigger, built into each instrument, is part of that two stage implementation.
Minimum
backscatter
During each measurement, the X-ray count-rate is continuously monitored. If the count-rate drops
below the allowable threshold, as it would in the absence of a sample, X-ray generation discontinues,
minimizing potential exposure.
X-ray warning
lights
When X-rays are generated, red lamps along the instrument’s side and beneath the screen illuminate.
The lamp incorporates redundant LED elements for increased reliability. If more than two red LED
elements fail, X-rays cannot be generated.
Buzzer
In Canada, when the trigger is pressed, an audible alarm indicates X-rays are being generated.
Automatic log
off
If the analyzer remains idle for more than the time specified in Supervisor Mode (default 5 minutes), it
logs off the user. Upon login, the previous session is restored.
Labels
Warning labels identify the analyzer as radiation producing. The manufacturer’s plate underneath
contains regulatory information. Do not tamper with or remove any labels.
TRACER 5i hatch
To generate X-rays, the collimator must be installed and the hatch must be securely closed.
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3. Starting Up
Powering on
To use the analyzer, it must be powered on and logged into.
To power on the analyzer –
Firmly press the power switch
for one second.
S1 TITAN
TRACER 5i
screen
The instrument takes several moments to initialize. It is
ready when Login is displayed.
Power switch
TRACER 5i
S1 TITAN screen
When a TRACER 5i boots up, the following screen is displayed. It describes the current instrument
configuration, including the last application used and hardware settings.
To continue, tap OK.
TRACER 5i
open hatch
If OK is not displayed, the hatch (little door in the nose) is open and the instrument is in an unsafe
state. Close the hatch and the window closes.
Powering off
To turn off the analyzer –
Firmly press the power switch for one second.
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Log in
To log in –
Step
Action
After powering on the analyzer, tap Login.
Tap the password. The default is 12345.
Result
The login screen is displayed.
The field reflects the changes.
To delete one character at a time, from
right to left, tap DEL.
To clear the field entirely, tap CLR.
Tap OK.
Press and release the trigger.
Log in screen
The radiation warning screen is displayed.
The Ready to Test screen is displayed.
U.S. Radiation Warning
Ready to Test screen
Wrong
password
If an invalid password is entered, the message Password is invalid OK is displayed. Tap OK to
remove the message and try again.
Screen
description
The Ready to Test screen –
 Displays information in the status bar.
 Provides access to menu trees from which all analyzer functions can be performed.
Status bar
icons
The status bar, across the top of the screen, always displays the user icon (
and power status, but may show additional icons –
Icon
or
1001
TRACER 5i
collimator
icons
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for supervisor),
Description
Print. See the Accessories Manual, Bruker document 030.0116.
GPS or No GPS. See the Accessories Manual, Bruker document 030.0116.
A USB flash drive is installed.
(TRACER 5i only) Pressure in millibars. This is an example value only.
ⓔ
③
⑧
ⓤ
Empty
3mm
8mm
Unknown
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Power status
Power status is displayed in the status bar with one of the following icons –
Icon
Keyboards
Status
External power
Battery at 100%
Battery at 75%
Battery at 50%
Battery at 25%
Empty battery
Error connecting to battery
From several screens an alphanumeric or numeric keyboard may be accessed for data entry.
Alphanumeric keyboard
Keys
Typical use
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CAPS
Shift
Delete
Clear
Backspace
Reset
OK
LT and RT
Cancel
Numeric keyboard
Function
Toggles between all capital letters and all lower case letters.
Changes the case of only the next letter tapped.
Removes the character to the right of the cursor.
Removes all characters from the field.
Removes the character to the left of the cursor.
Restores the field without changes.
Saves changes and closes the keyboard.
Move the cursor left or right in the selected field.
Closes without saving changes.
Typical use of the analyzer is –
1. Name a sample (optional).
2. Scan the sample.
3. Review the results of the scan.
4. Repeat steps 2-4 as necessary.
5. Back up data.
6. Run report.
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Main
functions
The Ready to Test screen includes seven touch buttons, eight if a camera is installed –
Button name
APPLICATION
METHOD
SETTINGS
DISPLAY
CAMERA
Utilities
Edit Info
Logoff
Created files
Purpose
Specifies the purpose for which the instrument is used.
Specifies a calibration applicable to the selected application.
Specifies trigger behavior and measurement duration.
Specifies how measurement results are displayed.
If a camera is installed, accesses camera features.
Accesses options to display results and back up data.
Allows measurement data to be named and described.
Logs off the current user and displays the login screen.
When a measurement is taken, the following files are created and saved on the instrument:
Data Type
Element
concentrations


Spectra

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Description
Saves measurement data to Results.csv in the Bruker\Data folder,
readable in Excel. What data is saved depends on the selected
application.
Saved data can be viewed on the Results screen or with a Windows
Compatible PC running Bruker Instrument Tools. See the Bruker Toolbox
User Guide, document number 030.0119.
Saves data as a .pdz file and can include spectra, element
concentrations, and more.
If copied to a PC, the file can be opened by Bruker Instrument Tools (see
the Bruker Toolbox User Guide, document number 030.0119) to display
spectra or generate a results report with grade IDs, limits results, or
percent concentrations, depending on the selection from the DISPLAY
screen.
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4. APPLICATION Button
Description
The APPLICATION Button accesses application options. The intended use of the instrument
determines which option to select.
Possible
options
Available applications based on the purchased configuration can include –
 Standard alloys.
 Restricted materials.
 Mining.
 Precious metals.
 Other custom applications.
Selecting
application
To select an application –
Step
Action
From the Ready to Test screen,
tap APPLICATION.
Tap an application name.
Tap OK.
Result
The Select Analysis Type screen is displayed.
The application name is highlighted.
The Ready to Test screen is displayed with the
name of the selected application on the
APPLICATION button.
Spectrometer mode
Applications have a preset voltage, current, and filter that cannot be changed. Spectrometer
Mode allows those settings to be adjusted within limits. Spectra are recorded, but data are not
analyzed.
Settings
For each application, settings can be defined. Settings include –
 Method
 Display options
 Phase durations (measurement times)
 Manual or automatic trigger
Whenever the application is changed, settings are changed to those defined for that application.
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5. METHOD Button
Description
The instrument analyzes a sample using a specifically selected calibration, or method. The
selection can be automatic or user-specified. Automatic is recommended.
The selected application determines available options in METHOD. For more information, see
Applications Module, Bruker document 030.0115.
Selecting a
method
To select a method other than Automatic Calibration Selection –
Step
Action
From the Ready to Test screen,
tap METHOD.
Ensure that Automatic
Calibration Selection box is not
checked. If it is checked, tap it.
Tap a method name.
Tap OK.
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Result
The Select Method screen is displayed.
The box is empty.
The method name is highlighted.
The Ready to Test screen is displayed with the name
of the selected method on the METHOD button.
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6. SETTINGS Button
Description
The options in SETTINGS define trigger behavior and multiple measurement times, or phases. The
selected application determines available phases. For example, PMI can have one phase; Alloys
has two phases, and Geo Exploration can have three phases.
The following screens are for applications other than Spectrometer Mode. For Spectrometer
Mode, see page 37.
Default
settings
Default settings are set at the factory, or by the supervisor, and determine the length of the
measurement. If Use Default Settings is checked, phase options are not displayed.
Use Default Settings unchecked,
single phase
Phases
Accuracy
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Use Default Settings unchecked,
multi-phase
Phase
Description
1st
A quick, high level assay used to refine settings for the subsequent phase.
2nd
A more specific and accurate assay based on first phase information.
rd
An additional assay available for some applications.
The longer the measurement, the more accurate the results. Every second to several seconds of a
measurement, depending on the application, displayed results are updated.
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Phase length
To manually set the length of each phase –
Step
Action
From the Ready to Test screen, tap SETTINGS.
Ensure that Use Default Settings box is not
checked. If it checked, tap it.
Ensure the box below Unlimited is unchecked.
Set each phase duration in seconds by tapping
either the minus sign (-) or the plus sign (+) to
decrease or increase, respectively, the
measurement duration.
OR
Tap the field.
On the keyboard, tap a number and OK.
For subsequent phases, repeat steps 3-5.
To disable subsequent phases, set duration
to 0.
Tap OK.
Result
The SETTINGS screen is displayed.
Phase options are displayed.
The box is empty and fields previously
grayed out are available.
The field reflects the number change.
OR
A numeric keyboard is displayed.
The keyboard is removed and the field
reflects the number change.
The Settings are saved and the Ready
to Test screen is displayed.
One phase
If a method does not use multiple phases, only one phase is displayed.
Unlimited
Unlimited indicates the measurement continues while the trigger is pressed and ends when the
trigger is released. It is not a timed measurement but is limited to 300 seconds.
If Unlimited is checked for a phase, the instrument will NOT use that phase or additional phases.
First result
The interval in seconds between the start of an assay and when the First Result displays can be
set manually. This assures that results from shorter, less accurate test times are not displayed.
First test
The time can be set manually before the First Test displays and records. Longer test times are
more accurate. First Test settings must always be as long as, or longer, than First Result times.
Results of the first test are compared to the Grade Library and, if a match is found, the grade ID is
displayed.
Activate
beep
This checkbox determines if an audible alarm sounds when a grade match is found.
Trigger
options
Manual Trigger Active – The instrument operates while the trigger is pressed or until safety
criteria are exceeded.
Auto Trigger Active – The measurement begins when the trigger is pressed and released. Analysis
time is controlled by defined phase durations. The measurement can be stopped at any time by
pressing and releasing the trigger again. This option is not available in all markets.
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7. SETTINGS Button – Spectrometer Mode
Description
If Spectrometer Mode was selected under APPLICATION, then under SETTINGS one of the following
screens is displayed, depending on instrument type.
S1 TITAN
Standard
settings
To select a standard spectrometer setting –
Step
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Action
From the Ready to Test screen with
application Spectrometer Mode
selected, tap SETTINGS.
To select a defined setting, tap the down
pointing triangle below Reset.
Tap a selection.
Tap the down pointing triangle to the
right of Wheel, scroll down if necessary,
and tap a filter name.
Note that S1 TITAN models 200 and 500
do not have Wheel displayed.
Define System Settings as necessary.
Tap OK.
Result
The Spectrometer Settings screen is displayed.
A dropdown list is displayed.
The setting name is displayed in the field and
the kV and μA fields reflect appropriate settings.
The filter name is displayed.
Settings are saved and the Ready to Test screen
is displayed.
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Custom
settings
To customize spectrometer settings –
Step
Action
From the Spectrometer Settings screen,
tap the field next to kV (kilovolts) or μA
(microamp).
Tap a value and tap OK.
Result
The numeric keyboard is displayed.
The keyboard is removed and the field
reflects the change.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other field.
Reset
To restore values, tap Reset. Original values are displayed.
Additional
TRACER 5i
settings
The TRACER 5i has the described setting options plus the following. These settings are required to
tell the instrument which hardware options are installed so the data is recorded in measurement
files.
Option
Manual
Collimator
Atmosphere
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Lists options for…
Filters that can be manually installed.
Collimators that can be manually installed. (If a collimator is installed but
another is selected here, the installed collimator number in the status bar is
displayed in red instead of black.)
Atmospheric measurement environments:
Air – normal use.
Vacuum – setting for use with a vacuum pump to eliminate air between the
sample and detector.
Flush – setting for use with a Helium flush to replace air between the sample
and detector.
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8. DISPLAY Button
Description
How measurement results are displayed is determined by options selected under the DISPLAY
button.
For information on Grade Library and Grade Pass/Fail options, see the Alloy Module, Bruker
document 030.0114.
Limits Testing
Limits Testing displays measurement results against minimum and maximum values. For more
information, see Restricted Materials Screening Application Guide, Bruker document 030.0117
and Soil Application Guide, Bruker document 030.0118.
None
Selecting None provides a sample analysis without a comparison to a grade library. The Results
screen displays –
 Index number.
 Date and time of the assay.
 Assay duration in seconds.
 Detected elements.
 Element percentages or PPM and their statistical +/- error range. (The longer the
measurement, the smaller the +/- error range.)
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Display Settings
Description
Description
of options
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How measurement results are displayed is specified on the Display Settings screen.
Option
Description
Display Units Measurement results can be displayed in –
 PPM – Parts per million.
 % – Percent.
 Special – An application-defined setting; or as defined in EasyCal. See
EasyCal – a Comic Strip, Bruker document 030.0101.
Display Size
The font size on the Results screen.
Sort By
Results are sorted by element atomic number (El No) or alphabetically by
element name (El Name).
Enable LOD
Results include analyzed elements with an assay less than the limits of
Display
detection (LOD). The LOD is defined as n*STD, where n is a number from 1 - 5
and STD is standard deviation.
Number of
The number of digits displayed to the right of the decimal point of a percent
Decimals
value.
STD Display
The number of standard deviations on the Results screen. The error displayed
Limit
with an assay is n*STD. If the assay is less than n*STD and Enable LOD Display
is checked, the assay is displayed as -.pdz (e.g., 00456-Alloys.pdz) spectrum file.
Sample ID
Whatever is entered in the first field under Value is what is displayed in the SampleId field in
Results (and the Name field in Report Generator in Bruker Instrument Tools). If Operator is the
first value, then the second value is used for SampleId.
File List
More than one source file may be available with different or additional Field Names.
To access additional source files, tap the downward pointing arrow to the right of the File List
field. A dropdown list is displayed. Tap a selection.
Labeling an
assay
To label subsequent assays –
Step
Action
From the Ready to Test screen,
tap the Edit Info button.
Double tap a field under Value.*
Enter appropriate information.
Tap OK.
*List option
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Repeat steps 2 - 4 as necessary.
To save changes to the Sample ID
Fields screen, tap OK.
Result
The Sample ID Fields screen is displayed.
A keyboard is displayed.
The field reflects the change.
The keyboard is removed and information is saved
in the field.
The Ready to Test screen is displayed and
subsequent assays are labeled accordingly until
these settings are changed.
If the List checkbox, available in Supervisor Mode, is checked for the applicable Field Name, when
a field under Value is tapped once, a dropdown list is displayed, rather than a keyboard. Select
from the list or , as described below.
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Adding
values with

Note that once a value is added, it cannot be removed from the list.
To add values to a dropdown list if the List checkbox available in Supervisor Mode is checked for
the applicable Field Name –
Step
Action
From the Sample ID Fields screen,
tap a Value field.
Tap .
Enter a value and tap OK.
Tap OK.
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A dropdown list with  is displayed.
The keyboard is displayed.
The new value is displayed in the Value field.
The change is saved and the Ready to Test
screen is displayed.
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11. Results
Description
Results of a measurement are displayed two ways –
 During and immediately after a scan.
 Through the Utilities -> Results buttons.
The actual screen configuration varies depending on the selected method and settings defined
under DISPLAY. See DISPLAY Button, page 39.
Past results
To review the results of a past analysis –
Step
Action
From the Ready to Test screen,
tap the Utilities button.
Tap Results.
Display
toolbar
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Touch scroll up and down, left
and right, to see all assay names.
Tap a measurement to review.
At the bottom of the screen, tap
the sample’s index number.
Result
The Utilities screen is displayed.
A table showing every assay stored in memory, in
reverse order of Index number (most recent
measurement at the top), is displayed.
The sample is highlighted.
Results of the sample’s assay are displayed.
To remove the lower toolbar, double tap the center of the screen. To display it again, double tap
again.
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Toolbar displayed
Toolbar removed
1. ID match
If the sample matches grade IDs in the library, up to three matching IDs are displayed. If not, the
application name is displayed.
2. Assay
information
The following information is provided for quick reference –
 Index number of the sample.
 The date and time the assay was measured.
 Length of the measurement in seconds.
 If averaging, the index numbers of the selected assays.
3. Columns
Column Heading
El
Min and Max
%, PPM, or Special
+/- [*n]
Description
Element symbol.
Minimum and maximum percent allowed according to the grade
library. Note that some applications do not use a grade library and Min
and Max are not displayed.
Amount of the element in either percent, parts per million, or units
defined in EasyCal. See EasyCal – a Comic Strip, Bruker document
030.0101.
Standard deviation.
Sorting
To sort data in a column in descending or ascending order – tap a column heading.
4. < and >
To view different assays ordered by index number – use the back and forward options, < and >.
5. Info
To display the assay’s name, ID, and other information, if applicable – tap Info. This information
cannot be edited.
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11.1. Spectrum
Elemental
spectrum
To view the spectrum and specific elements for the selected assay –
Step
Action
From the Results screen of a
specified assay, tap Spectrum.
Tap El.
Scroll down to see all elements.
Tap one.
Tap OK.
To identify a spectrum peak, tap it.
Alternative
A list of element symbols is displayed.
The element is highlighted.
The spectrum is displayed with one or more red
vertical bars identifying peaks for the selected
element. El is now replaced with the symbol of the
selected element.
One or more red vertical bars is displayed and the
element symbol is displayed on the El button.
To view the spectrum and specific elements for the selected assay an alternative way –
Step
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Result
The Spectrum screen is displayed.
Action
From the Results screen of a
specified assay, tap an element.
Tap Spectrum.
Result
The element row is highlighted.
The spectrum is displayed with that element’s peaks
noted by red vertical bars. The selected element’s
symbol is displayed on the El button.
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Vertical
enhancement
To exaggerate peaks, tap the spectrum and drag upward.
Axis toolbar
The axis toolbar manipulates the spectrum display to better view details. To display it, tap the
screen and hold.
Option
Description
X+
Stretches the x-axis (keV) scale to zoom in on the spectrum. To view the entire
spectrum, tap and drag horizontally.
XCompresses the x-axis (keV) scale to zoom out from the spectrum.
X0
Re-centers and returns the spectrum to the original x-axis scale.
Cent.
Re-centers the spectrum on both the x- and y-axes.
Y+
Stretches the y-axis (count rate) scale.
YCompresses the y-axis (count rate) scale.
Y0
Returns the spectrum to the original scale along the y-axis.
Def.
Restores the spectrum to its default setting; the spectrum is re-centered and the
original scale along both axes is restored.
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11.2. Averaging
Averaging
Values from selected measurements can be averaged. Assays can be selected individually or by
default.
Note: Only assays taken with the same method can be averaged.
Average
results
Average results are –
 Calculated for elements and +/- values. If an element is missing from one of the averaged
results, the value is 0. For example, results of three assays are averaged. Al is detected at
60%, 60%, and 0%. The average is 40%.
 Analyzed for Grade Matching and Pass/Fail.
 Saved in the results list and in Results.csv.
Enable
averaging
When Enable Averaging is checked for an assay –
 Averaging is available to all assays stored in the Results.csv file.
 The Use in Average and Calculate Average options are displayed on the Results screen.
 The ability to average remains in effect until Enable Averaging is unchecked.
Screen options when
Enable Averaging is
unchecked
To enable
To enable assays to be included in an average calculation –
Step
Action
If a Results screen does not display Use
in Average, tap Averaging.
Tap the Enable Averaging checkbox.
Tap OK.
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Screen options when
Enable Averaging is
checked
Result
The Averaging screen is displayed.
A checkmark is displayed.
The Results screen is displayed and any
assay stored on the instrument can be used
in an average calculation.
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User selected
To average multiple user selected assays –
Step
Action
From the Results screen, tap Averaging.
Tap User Selected Averages.
Tap OK.
Default
selected
Tap the Use in Average checkbox for each
assay included in the average calculation.
To display additional assays to be used in
the average calculation, use < and > to flip
through previous and subsequent assays.
When all desired assays have checked Use
in Average boxes, tap Calculate Average.
Index numbers of assays used in the
calculation are listed in the status bar
(e.g. AVG 8 9 11 15). Their calculated
average is displayed and stored in
Results.csv.
To average Default Selected assays –
Step
Action
Display the assay with the highest index
number of the assays to be part of an average
calculation. For example, to average assays 7 9, display index number 9.
Tap Averaging.
Tap Default Selected Averages.
Set the number of previous assays to be
included in the average calculation by tapping
either the up or down pointing triangle to
increase or decrease, respectively, the value.
OR
Tap the field.
Tap a number and OK to close the keyboard
and OK to accept the settings.
Tap Calculate Average.
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Result
The Averaging screen is displayed.
The radio button is filled.
The Results screen is displayed and any
assay stored on the instrument can be
used in a user selected average
calculation.
A checkmark is displayed.
Result
The Averaging screen is displayed.
The radio button is filled.
The field reflects the change.
OR
A numeric keyboard is displayed.
The selected assay is displayed again.
The average values of the number of
assays specified is displayed. Assays
part of the average are identified in the
status bar and in Results.csv by index
number. For example, if the Number of
Previous Results to Average is 3 and
the starting index number is 9, AVG 7 8
9 is displayed.
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Averaged
results
cannot be
averaged
Results of an average calculation cannot be included in a subsequent average calculation. This
means for –
 User Selected Averages – The Use in Average option is not available for results of an
average calculation.
 Default Selected Averages – A current average does not include values from any
averages falling within the specified range of assays to be averaged.
Example
For example, if –
 The Number of Previous Results to Average is 3.
 The starting index number is 9.
 Index number 7 is a previously average set of results.
The specified range backward skips index number 7 and instead includes index number 6. AVG 6
8 9 is displayed in the status bar.
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12. Quality Check
Description
This test verifies assays measured and recorded on the instrument are accurate.
Process
To verify that your instrument is calibrated correctly –
Step
Action
Set APPLICATION to Alloys and Method to Automatic Calibration Selection.
From the Ready to Test screen, measure the supplied Duplex 2205 Check Sample 10
times.
Average the 10 assays. See Averaging, page 52.
Compare the average measured value for each element against the Acceptance Limit
maximum and minimum on the Check Sample Report supplied with your instrument.
If all averaged measurements fall within MAX and MIN limits, continue to use the
instrument.
If averages fall outside MAX and MIN limits, with respect to standard deviation, check –
 Measurement times
 Sample surface
 Instrument window
If the instrument does not perform as expected, contact Bruker at
support.hmp@bruker.com, +1 (509) 783-9850.
Individual
reports
The following figure is an example only. When performing a quality check, use the Check Sample
Report included with your instrument. It contains values specific to it as determined during
testing at the factory.
Check Sample Report, example only
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Appendix A Additional TRACER 5i Radiation Profile Test Results
Description
To read testing standards and conditions, see Radiation Profile – TRACER 5i on page 20.
Worst-case 2
highest
power
Tests were performed with the following settings:
Setting Type
Value
Voltage (keV)
40
Current (μA)
99
Filter
Blank #2
At 5 cm
Location
At 30 cm
Location
At 10 cm
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
458762102(4587621
6722.5(67.225)
1520.8(15.208)
2044.6(20.446)
198.7(1.987)
581.6(5.816)
39.7(0.397)
4302.2(4.3022)
2279.4(22.794)
310.7(3.107)
274.5(2.745)
Background
Background
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
28.9(0.289)
Background
21.7(0.217)
Background
Background
Background
Background
57.8(0.578)
104.8(1.048)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
81244.2(812.442)
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
2893.5(28.935)
1412.4(14.124)
2134.9(21.349)
177.0(1.770)
516.6(5.166)
Background
1556.9(15.569)
1773.6(17.736)
610.5(6.105)
466.0(4.660)
220.4(2.204)
93.9(0.939)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
14.4(0.144)
39.7(0.397)
39.7(0.397)
18.1(0.181)
28.9(0.289)
14.4(0.144)
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
5811.3(58.113)
207.2(2.072)
251.0(2.510)
154.7(1.547)
198.5(1.985)
131.3(1.313)
131.3(1.313)
201.4(2.014)
207.2(2.072)
134.3(1.343)
157.6(1.576)
148.9(1.489)
125.5(1.255)
213.1(2.131)
236.4(2.364)
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Location
At 100 cm
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
10881.3(108.813)
769.4(7.694)
798.9(7.989)
798.9(7.989)
265.3(2.653)
356.7(3.567)
Background
542.4(5.424)
622.0(6.220)
415.7(4.157)
474.6(4.746)
173.9(1.739)
259.4(2.594)
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μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Location
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Standard
setting 3
high voltage
Tests were performed with the following settings:
Setting Type
Value
Voltage (keV)
50
Current (μA)
9.7
Filter
Cu75,Ti25,Al200mm #3
At 5 cm
Location
At 10 cm
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
288951.5(2889.51)
184.2(1.842)
25.3(0.253)
65.0(0.650)
18.1(0.181)
Background
Background
148.1(1.481)
148.1(1.481)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
43.3(0.433)
104.8(1.048)
Background
Background
Background
Background
At 30 cm
Location
Location
Open Beam
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
3001.8(30.018)
68.6(0.686)
25.3(0.253)
54.2(0.542)
Background
Background
Background
25.3(0.253)
61.4(0.614)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
18.1(0.181)
Background
18.1(0.181)
79.5(0.795)
18.1(0.181)
18.1(0.181)
18.1(0.181)
18.1(0.181)
At 100 cm
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
445.2(4.452)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
26.5(0.265)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
14.7(0.147)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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Location
Open Beam
Duplex
μrad(μSieverts)/hr μrad(μSieverts)/hr
216.0(2.160)
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
Background
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Distance
vs. dose
Worst-Case 2
Highest Power
Distance (cm)
100
30
10
Surface
Eye / Skin
Time to Limit
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mRad/mSieverts
Open Beam
With Sample
4057 / 40.571
Background
28891 / 288.91
Background
357618 /
3576.18
Background
395525 /
0.054 /
3955.25
0.000542
541677 /
5416.77
1.7 / 5.54
Minutes
Standard Setting 3
High Voltage
mRad/mSieverts
Open Beam
With Sample
81 / 0.809
Background
766 / 7.665
Background
0.033 /
6141 / 61.409
0.000325
0.033 /
7947 / 79.471
0.000325
10031 /
100.31
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