KENNEWICK, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 7, 2014-- Bruker Elemental introduces the 2nd generation of its S1 TITAN handheld XRF analyzer platform. Based on extensive customer feedback, the new S1 TITAN enhancements include a weatherproof IP54-rated housing and optional integrated camera & small spot collimator. In addition, the protective TITAN Detector ShieldTM has been made standard for all models. The patented SharpBeamTM collimatortechnology remains a standard feature in all S1 TITAN models. The SharpBeam optimized geometry has many user benefits, including improved measurement precision, reduced power requirements and increased battery life.

New S1 TITAN handheld XRF (Photo: Business Wire)

The new S1 TITAN is available in four configurations:
S1 TITAN 200, 300, 600 and 800. S1 TITAN 600 and 800 use a thin film window and FASTTM SDD detector for analysis of up to 37 elements, including light elements such as Mg, Al and Si, without the need for a vacuum or helium gas flush. S1 TITAN 200 and 300 are value analyzers with SiPIN detectors. When equipped with an aluminized Kapton® window, the S1 TITAN is also able to measure in-process samples at temperatures up to 500