S2 PICOFOX

Sub-ppb

Limits of detection

Analysis of smallest sample amounts in the nanogram or microgram range

Green

No gases, no cooling media

Carbon footprint far lower than ICP

Cl, As, Se

Simultaneous multi-element trace analysis

Easy quantification of critical elements forming volatile compounds

How does TXRF work?

The S2 PICOFOX - Smart, Green, Compact

The S2 PICOFOX is a transportable TXRF spectrometer for ultra-trace element analysis. Due to its complete independence of any gas or cooling medium, the analyzer can be used not only in the laboratory but also for on-site analyses in the field.

Simultaneous multi-element trace analysis, including halogenides
Analysis of smallest sample amounts in the nanogram or microgram range
Simple quantification using an internal standard without daily calibration
Suitable for various sample types and applications
No matrix or memory effects
Low operating cost, no need for any media, disposables or periodic maintenance

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Water Analysis with the Clean Water Package for the S2 PICOFOX

The Clean Water Package for the S2 PICOFOX is a purpose-built solution for the on-site environmental monitoring of fresh water, wastewater and effulents. Using the Clean Water Package users can easily take the S2 PICOFOX into the field, where it can be used for the ultra-trace elemental analysis of water samples.

The Clean Water Package includes the wastewater reference standard SPS-WW2, prepared on quartz disks. Find out more about the preparation and analysis of this standard on the Clean Water Package page.

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Advantages of TXRF Compared to EDXRF Spectrometers

The S2 PICOFOX working principle is based on total reflection X-ray fluorescence (TXRF) analysis. The use of monochromatic radiation and total reflection optics leads to the following benefits of the S2 PICOFOX:

Reduced absorption and scattering effects in the sample matrix enable an easy quantification by internal standardization.
Short detector to sample distance leads to an enhanced fluorescence yield.
Due to the reduced background, detection limits are several orders of magnitude lower.
Extremely low sample amounts of liquids and powders can be precisely quantified.

What is your Analytical Challenge for TXRF?

Environmental monitoring

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Technical details

Most compact spectrometer

The S2 PICOFOX is a (trans)-portable spectrometer
No gases, cooling water or other media required
Optimally suited for in-field analysis

Simple quantification

The S2 PICOFOX is delivered with a factory calibration
Quantification is simply processed using an internal standard

Most modern detector design

Latest SDD detector generation integrated
Increased active area of 60 mm²
Up to three times better detection limits

Simultaneous multi-element detection

All elements are measured simultaneously in one run
The element range starts from Al to U (except Nb to Ru)

Green technology

Maximum power consumption of the S2 PICOFOX is 180 Watt only
The CO₂ balance is 10 times better compared to a typical ICP system

Accessories to Help Avoid Contamination during TXRF Sample Preparation

When detecting samples at ultra-low ppb limits contamination avoidance is of the highest priority – when working with a pure sample the key to this is excellent sample preparation.

Bruker provides a range of accessories alongside their S2 PICOFOX and S4 T-STAR systems.

These include a T-BOX to help achieve contamination-free and accurate sample pipetting and the T-DRY for the vacuum desiccation of samples; with both being designed to help users avoid making any contact with the sample carrier.

Following the collection of measurements, the sample disks can be efficiently and effectively cleaned for later use using Bruker’s chemically resistant washing cassette before clean storage in the T-BOX.

Find out more by dowloading our TXRF Accessories Brochure and watching our video on sample preparation during TXRF.

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