Hitachi Vulcan Expert+ Handheld LIBS Metal Analyzer

Description

Hitachi Vulcan Expert+ Handheld LIBS Analyzer for Rapid Metal Identification and Alloy Analysis

The Hitachi Vulcan Expert+ LIBS Analyzer is a professional handheld laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy instrument designed for fast, reliable metal identification and elemental analysis. It provides rapid alloy grade identification and full chemistry analysis for a wide range of metals, including stainless steel, nickel, aluminum, and magnesium alloys. With its rugged design, intuitive operation, and portable format, the Vulcan Expert+ is suitable for positive material identification (PMI), scrap metal sorting, and industrial quality control.

Main Benefits

Rapid metal identification and elemental analysis.
Supports a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
Portable handheld design for on-site testing.
No X-rays used in the LIBS analysis process.
Suitable for PMI, recycling, and industrial quality control.

Key Features

Fast LIBS Metal Analysis
The Vulcan Expert+ uses laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) to identify metal grades and analyze elemental composition in approximately one second.

Wide Alloy Coverage
Supports stainless steels, low-alloy steels, tool steels, nickel alloys, cobalt, copper, lead, tin, titanium, zinc, aluminum, and magnesium alloys.

Portable Handheld Design
Its compact, handheld construction supports convenient testing in scrap yards, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and field inspection environments.

Rugged Industrial Construction
The analyzer features IP54 protection and MIL-STD-810G compliance for demanding working conditions.

Pre-Burn Surface Cleaning
The integrated pre-burn function helps clean the sample surface before analysis, supporting measurements on materials with light contamination or surface coatings.

Wireless Data Management
Wi-Fi connectivity and compatibility with ExTOPE Connect cloud-based data management support result storage, reporting, and data sharing.

Easy Operation
The point-and-shoot interface is designed for straightforward use with minimal training.

Key Specifications

Product Name: Hitachi Vulcan Expert+ LIBS Analyzer
Product Type: Handheld LIBS metal analyzer
Manufacturer: Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science
Technology: Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)
Analysis Speed: Approximately 1 second
Measurement: Alloy grade identification and full chemistry
Supported Materials: Stainless steel, low-alloy steel, tool steel, nickel alloys, cobalt, copper, lead, tin, titanium, zinc, aluminum, and magnesium alloys
Laser Wavelength: 1064 nm
Laser Type: Passively Q-switched laser
Spectrometer Wavelength Range: 245–505 nm
Weight: Approximately 1.5 kg
Ingress Protection: IP54 (NEMA 3 equivalent)
Environmental Standard: MIL-STD-810G compliant
Data Connectivity: Wi-Fi and ExTOPE Connect cloud service
Camera: Optional built-in camera
Grade Libraries: AISI, DIN, GB, and JIS
Battery: Up to 8 hours under specified testing conditions

Applications

The Hitachi Vulcan Expert+ LIBS Analyzer is suitable for:
Positive Material Identification (PMI)
Scrap metal sorting and recycling
Alloy identification
Manufacturing quality control
Incoming material verification
Warehouse inventory inspection
Metal fabrication and production testing
Industrial maintenance and material verification

What is the Hitachi Vulcan Expert+ used for?
It is used for rapid metal identification, elemental analysis, PMI testing, scrap sorting, and industrial quality control.

What technology does the Vulcan Expert+ use?
It uses Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS), which analyzes the light emitted from a laser-generated plasma on the sample surface.

How fast is the analysis?
The Vulcan Expert+ provides alloy grade identification and full chemistry analysis in approximately one second.

What metals can it analyze?
It supports a wide range of alloys, including stainless steel, low-alloy steel, tool steel, nickel, cobalt, copper, lead, tin, titanium, zinc, aluminum, and magnesium alloys.

Is the Vulcan Expert+ portable?
Yes. It is a handheld analyzer weighing approximately 1.5 kg, designed for on-site and industrial testing.

Does the Vulcan Expert+ use X-rays?
No. The Vulcan Expert+ uses LIBS laser technology rather than X-ray fluorescence.

Is it suitable for scrap metal recycling?
Yes. Its rapid alloy identification and portable design make it suitable for scrap sorting and recycling operations.