FISCHER FISCHERSCOPE X-RAY XDLM 231, Operator'S Manual

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Description
The FISCHERSCOPE X-RAY XDLM are universally applicable energy dispersive x-ray
fluorescence measuring instruments. The instruments are well suited for measuring and
analysing thin coatings, even at small concentrations, in quality assurance, incoming
inspection and process control.
Typical fields of application:
• Measurement of electroplated mass-produced parts
• Inspection of thin coatings with small measurement spots
• Analysis of functional coatings in the electronics and semiconductor industries
• Automated measurements, e.g., on printed circuit boards
To create ideal excitation conditions for every measurement, the instrument features
electrically changeable apertures and primary filters. A high count rate is achieved by
using a proportional counter tube, which allows for precise measurements.
Outstanding accuracy and long-term stability are characteristics of all FISCHERSCOPE
X-RAY systems. The necessity of recalibration is considerably reduced, saving time and
effort.
The fundamental parameter method by FISCHER allows for the analysis of solid and
liquid specimens as well as coating systems without calibration.
Design
The FISCHERSCOPE X-RAY XDLM instruments are modularly designed as user-friendly
bench-top instruments. According to the intended use, different versions are available:
XDLM 231: Plane support stage, motor-driven Z-axis
XDLM 232: Manually operable XY-stage, motor-driven Z-axis
XDLM 237: Motor-driven XY-stage that moves into the loading position automatically,
when the protective hood is opened. Motor-driven programmable Z-axis
A high-resolution colour video camera simplifies the precise determination of the meas-
urement spot. A laser pointer serves in all models as a positioning aid and supports
the quick alignment of the sample to be measured.
A gap in the housing allows for measurements on large flat specimens, which do not
fit in the measuring chamber, e.g. large printed circuit boards.
The integrated video-microscope with zoom and crosshairs simplifies sample place-
ment and allows for a precise measuring spot adjustment.
The entire operation and evaluation of measurements as well as the clear presentation
of measurement data is performed on a PC, using the powerful and user-friendly
WinFTM
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software.
The FISCHERSCOPE XDLM fulfills DIN ISO 3497 and ASTM B 568. It is a fully
protected instrument with type approval according to the German regulations
„Deutsche Röntgenverordnung-RöV“.