SciAps Handheld XRF Analyzer X-200
The Workhorse — high performance at a value price, built for sustained throughput.
At 3.1 lbs., the X-200 pairs a 50 kV, 5 W tube with a 25 mm² silicon drift detector for speed and precision comparable to top-end analyzers from other brands. Re-engineered electronics run cooler, so it tests continuously to 110°F (43°C) without drift or shutdown.
One Analyzer, Endless Possibilities
The X-200 ships in application-specific builds, all on the same 25 mm² SDD and 50 kV, 5 W tube, and all rated for continuous operation to 110°F (43°C).
X-200 Mining
Bulk geochemistry on rock faces and core
The Mining App runs a Fundamental Parameters algorithm for bulk chemistry, with calibrations optimised for the most common geochemical testing — 36 elements from magnesium through uranium. A first result lands in about a second and refines every second after, and the integrated camera and video document exactly where on a face or vein it was taken.
- 1Excitation source — 50 kV, 200 µA, 5 W, Rh anode
- 2Detector — 25 mm² SDD, 150 eV, 125k cps
- 3Calibrated elements — 36, Mg through U
Top-Tier Performance, Lower Price
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Fast on Every Alloy
Speed and precision comparable to top-end guns from other brands — including aluminum — at a lower price.
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Built for Throughput
Redesigned heat sinking allows continuous operation up to 110°F (43°C) ambient without drift or shutdown.
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Broad Application Range
Alloy, RoHS, mining, soil, precious metals and empirical calibrations are all available — license the apps your work needs.
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Detector Protector Standard
Included on every X-200 bought with the Alloy App — the high-strength window that prevents punctured detectors when jamming into turnings.
Standard Element Package
Need other elements? Just ask — we add or substitute elements frequently for specific applications.
| Application | Beam 1 (40 kV) | Beam 2 (10 kV) | Beam 3 (50 kV) |
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| Mining | Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Se, Rb, Sr, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ag, Sn, Sb, Ba, Ta, W, Au, Hg, Pb, Bi, U | Mg, Al, Si, P, S, K, Ca | N/A |
| Soil | Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Se, Sr, Rb, Zr, Mo, W, Tl, Hg, Pb, Bi | Mg, Al, Si, P, S | Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb, Ba |
| Alloy | Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Se, Y, Zr, Nb, Mo, W, Ta, Hf, Re, Au, Pb, Bi, Ru, Pd, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb | Mg, Al, Si, P, S | N/A |
| Precious Metals | Ti, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, W, Au, Ge, Ir, Pt, Pb, Bi, Zr, Mo, Ru, Rh, Pd, Ag, Cd, In, Sn, Sb | N/A | N/A |
X-200 Specifications
- Weight
- 3.1 lbs. with battery
- Excitation source
- 50 kV, 200 µA, 5 W X-ray tube (Rh; Au on some apps)
- Detector
- 25 mm² SDD, 140 eV FWHM (Mn Kα), 250k cps
- X-ray filtering
- 6-position filter wheel for beam optimization
- Dimensions
- 9.38 × 11.15 × 3.34 in (238 × 283 × 84 mm)
- Display
- 3.5-inch color capacitive touchscreen
- Cameras
- Dual — targeting + macro documentation & QR/barcode
- Calibration
- Fundamental parameters; Compton Normalization for mining/soil
- Power
- Li-ion, hot-swap (60 s max swap)
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, GPS; SciAps Profile Builder & Cloud
- Environmental
- Continuous operation to 110°F (43°C) ambient
- Temp. range
- 10°F to 130°F (-12°C to 54°C) at 25% duty cycle
- Regulatory
- CE, RoHS, USFDA registered, Canada RED Act
Consumables and Accessories for the X-200
XRF Prolene Windows (24pk)Standard window; user-replaceableSKU 105-500034→XRF Turnings Kapton Windows, 3mil (25pk)Tougher window for turnings and scrapSKU 105-500039→
XRF Wear PlateNose protection in abrasive environmentsSKU 104-500449→XRF Black Silicone Sleeve (3.5in display screen)Grip and drop protectionSKU 116-500252→XRF Soil Cups (25pk)Prepared soil and mining samplesSKU 105-500036→XRF Hard Case with FoamRuggedized transportSKU 111-500018→Other Analyzers to Consider
Where the X-200 goes to work
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the X-200 as accurate as the premium X-Series models?
On most applications, yes — it matches the X-505/X-550 on speed and precision, with modest trade-offs only on the fastest low-atomic-number tests (for example, sulfidic-corrosion silicon in ~10s vs ~5s). For the price, it's among the best-performing handheld XRF available.
Can the X-200 run all day in hot conditions?
Yes. Its re-engineered heat sinking and lower-power electronics allow continuous operation up to 110°F (43°C) ambient without drift or shutdown — built for sustained scrap and NDT throughput.
What applications does the X-200 support?
Alloy (with Detector Protector as standard), RoHS, mining, soil, precious metals, and empirical (custom) calibrations. Apps are licensed per configuration rather than bundled, so you buy the ones your work calls for and can add others later.
Does the X-200 offer Detector Protector Technology?
Yes — an X-200 Alloy DPT configuration adds the high-strength DPT window that prevents detector punctures when jamming into turnings, standard on units purchased with the Alloy App.
Get Both With OneBox
Pair the X-200 with a SciAps Z-Series LIBS and cover every element and sample type — same batteries, cables, chargers, and accessories. LIBS analyzes what XRF can't (Li, Be, B, C, F, Na); XRF is great for transition and heavy metals.
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