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Loading the player… source captions captions captions captions captions captions captions captions captions Introduction to the Vanta™ Element Handheld XRF Analyzer	Vanta Element™ Handheld XRF Analyzer Series Affordable XRF Testing The Vanta Element XRF analyzer series provides elemental analysis for fast alloy grade identification and sorting at an affordable price. The series is available in two cost-effective models: Vanta Element analyzer for affordable alloy ID Vanta Element-S analyzer for affordable alloy ID, including light element detection for magnesium (Mg), aluminum (Al), silicon (Si), sulfur (S), and phosphorus (P) Both models feature fast grade ID and clear on-screen grade comparison to speed up metal testing for scrap sorting, metal manufacturing, and precious metals analysis. The smartphone-like user interface is easy to use and easy to learn, helping to streamline both user training and the sorting process. Build My Analyzer

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Introduction to the Vanta™ Element Handheld XRF Analyzer

Vanta Element™ Handheld XRF Analyzer Series

Affordable XRF Testing

The Vanta Element XRF analyzer series provides elemental analysis for fast alloy grade identification and sorting at an affordable price. The series is available in two cost-effective models:

Vanta Element analyzer for affordable alloy ID
Vanta Element-S analyzer for affordable alloy ID, including light element detection for magnesium (Mg), aluminum (Al), silicon (Si), sulfur (S), and phosphorus (P)

Both models feature fast grade ID and clear on-screen grade comparison to speed up metal testing for scrap sorting, metal manufacturing, and precious metals analysis.

The smartphone-like user interface is easy to use and easy to learn, helping to streamline both user training and the sorting process.

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	Vanta Element Model	Vanta Element-S Model
Use	Affordable alloy ID	Affordable light element detection
Best for	Fast, basic analysis	Analyzing magnesium (Mg), aluminum (Al), silicon (Si), sulfur (S), and phosphorus (P)
Detector	PIN	Silicon drift detector (SDD)
Window	Thick Kapton^® window	Prolene^® window with Kapton mesh support
Excitation source	2-watt X-ray tube with 35 kV tungsten (W) anode	4-watt X-ray tube with 50kV silver (Ag) anode

Advanced XRF Analyzer Features The Vanta Element series includes connectivity features to help streamline your scrap metal recycling and quality control processes. Accurate and Repeatable Results Vanta™ electronics Axon Technology™ stability and count rate Convenient Data Management Wireless connectivity (optional) for easy data transfer to a network folder Cloud data storage and real-time remote data viewing using the Olympus Scientific Cloud™ Direct export to a USB drive 1 GB Industrial microSD™ card for storing results

Advanced XRF Analyzer Features

The Vanta Element series includes connectivity features to help streamline your scrap metal recycling and quality control processes.

Accurate and Repeatable Results

Vanta™ electronics
Axon Technology™ stability and count rate

Convenient Data Management

Wireless connectivity (optional) for easy data transfer to a network folder
Cloud data storage and real-time remote data viewing using the Olympus Scientific Cloud™
Direct export to a USB drive
1 GB Industrial microSD™ card for storing results

	Rugged, Affordable Handheld XRF Built for demanding environments, the analyzer delivers a lower cost of ownership. IP54 rated for protection against dust and moisture Drop tested (MIL-STD-810G) to protect against falls and reduce the need for costly repairs Rated for continuous testing from -10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F) Stainless-steel faceplate for wear protection Easy, toolless window replacement

Recycling: scrap sorting, light elements, steel

Rugged, Affordable Handheld XRF

Built for demanding environments, the analyzer delivers a lower cost of ownership.

IP54 rated for protection against dust and moisture
Drop tested (MIL-STD-810G) to protect against falls and reduce the need for costly repairs
Rated for continuous testing from -10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)
Stainless-steel faceplate for wear protection
Easy, toolless window replacement

Specifications

Vanta Specifications

	Vanta Element Model	Vanta Element-S Model
Dimensions (W x H x D)	8.3 x 28.9 x 24.2 cm (3.25 x 11.4 x 9.5 in.)
Weight	1.54 kg (3.39 lb) with battery, 1.32 kg (2.91 lb) without battery
Excitation Source	2-watt X-ray tube with 35 kV tungsten anode	4-watt X-ray tube with 50kV silver (Ag) anode
Primary Beam Filtration	Fixed aluminum filter
Detector	Silicon PIN detector	Silicon drift detector (SDD)
Power	Removable 14.4 V Li-Ion battery or 18 V power transformer 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 70 W max
Display	800 × 480 (WVGA) LCD with capacitive touch screen supporting gesture control
Operating Environment	Temperature: −10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F) at 100% duty cycle Humidity: 10% to 90% relative humidity noncondensing
Drop Test	Military Standard 810-G 4-foot (1.3 M) drop test
IP Rating and Detector Shutter	IP54: dust protected and protected against water splashing from all directions
Operating System	Linux^®
Data Storage	microSD™ slot with removable 1 GB Industrial SD card included
USB	Two USB 2.0 type A host ports for accessories such as wireless LAN, Bluetooth®, and USB flash drives. One USB 2.0 type mini-B port for connection to computer.
Wireless LAN	Supports 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) via optional USB adaptor
Bluetooth	Supports Bluetooth^® with an optional USB adaptor
Warranty	One-year warranty
Optional Accessories	Field Stand, Soil Foot, and Holster

Accessories

The Vanta™ analyzer is our most advanced handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) device. IP certified and drop tested, the robust Vanta XRF analyzer provides you with rapid, accurate element analysis for laboratory-quality results in the field.

Olympus offers a suite of optional accessories that help you maximize the efficiency of your Vanta analyzer in a range of applications.

	Vanta Field Stand When testing small items, such as samples in cups or bags, the Vanta Field Stand offers a lightweight, mobile test stand and shielded sample chamber. The Field Stand is easy to pack and convenient to use when you are away from your office. Learn more about this accessory: Watch the Video