SciAps Handheld LIBS Analyzer Z-70
Fast, precise metal sorting — economical handheld LIBS.
A rugged air-burn LIBS built specifically for material-ID testing, delivering precise alloy ID and chemistry at an economical price point for scrap yards and fab shops that need a point-and-shoot analyzer. Power it on and you're testing in seconds: no drift correction, no calibration, and minimal regulatory requirements.
The Easiest LIBS in the SciAps Portfolio
Z-70
Point-and-shoot alloy ID and chemistry
The Z-70 brings the industry-leading technology SciAps customers love into a pure sorting tool. Its powerful 6 mJ/pulse laser — the most powerful in the LIBS sorting market, roughly 40× more powerful than the 'micro-LIBS' guns — burns through surface contamination, oil, grease, anodization, and even paint. Traditional 150 µJ/pulse lasers are too weak to clean dirty surfaces, leading to wrong matches and extra prep time.
- The most versatile sorter on the market — enter your own grades, adjust them to your testing needs, and calibrate for single or multiple bases.
- Distinguishes even an uncalibrated base without returning a misleading match.
- 16 mJ/pulse laser — Burns through oil, paint, and anodization
- 2Spectral range — 190 – 625 nm
- 3No argon — Air burn, with an on-board pump and filter
- 4Weight — 4.19 lbs. (1.9 kg) with battery
Clean Results, Clear Advantage
Integrated Air Pump
A unique air-pump design disperses residual dirt from the testing window, guaranteeing accurate results and reducing cleaning.
Precise Targeting
An internal camera targets analysis locations (essential for turnings), a macro camera documents samples and reads QR/bar codes, and a patented sample sensor ensures Class 1 operation.
Redefining Power
The 6 mJ laser is nearly 50× more powerful than any other material-ID instrument — improving speed and performance on dirty scrap-yard samples without grinding.
Keeps Dirt Out
A unique air-pump filter prevents unwanted dirt from entering the testing chamber, reducing the need to constantly clean it.
Z-70 Specifications
- Weight
- 4.19 lbs. / 1.9 kg with battery
- Dimensions
- 10.73 × 3.35 × 10.24 in / 270 × 260 × 85 mm
- Spectral Range
- 190 – 625 nm
- Display
- 3.5-inch high-brightness color touchscreen, rear-facing
- Atmosphere
- SciAps Opti-Purge air pump and filter to sustain a clean window
- Laser Raster
- On-board Y stage for targeted analysis or averaging
- Sample Viewing
- Integrated camera + macro camera for QR/bar codes and documentation
- Power
- On-board rechargeable Li-ion, internal or external charging, AC power
- Connectivity
- Android — Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB-C
- Processing
- ARM Quad Cortex-A53 1.2 GHz, 2 GB LPDDR3, 16 GB eMMC
- Data Storage
- 32 GB SD card
- Regulatory
- CE, RoHS, USFDA registered; Class 3b laser, Class 1 with sample sensor
Factory Calibrations
Other Analyzers to Consider
Z-901
Adds argon purge for mill-ready aluminum and low-ppm light elements
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Z-902
Adds carbon analysis for grading steels and calculating carbon equivalents
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X-50
Economical handheld XRF for common metals — the value OneBox pairing
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X-200
Everyday XRF for scrap and compliance, at sustained throughput
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Z-70 different from the other Z-Series analyzers?
The Z-70 is an air-burn analyzer built purely for material ID and sorting, with no argon purge. That keeps the price down and makes it point-and-shoot, but it does not reach the low detection limits or light elements the argon-purged Z-901, Z-902, and Z-903 deliver.
Can the Z-70 sort dirty scrap without grinding?
Yes. Its 6 mJ per pulse laser is roughly 40–50× more powerful than the micro-LIBS guns it competes with, so it burns through surface contamination, oil, grease, anodization, and paint. An integrated air pump and filter keep dirt off the testing window.
Does the Z-70 need calibration or drift correction?
No. Power it on and you are testing within seconds. You can also enter your own grades, adjust them to your testing needs, and calibrate for single or multiple bases.
What are the regulatory requirements for the Z-70?
Minimal. Because LIBS uses a laser rather than X-rays or a radioactive source, it avoids the licensing, badging, and inspection regimes that come with X-ray analyzers. The Z-70 is a Class 3B laser operating as Class 1 via its patented sample sensor.
Get Both With OneBox
Pair the Z-70 with SciAps' industry-leading XRF for optimal analysis across every element and sample type — same batteries, cables, chargers, and accessories.
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