Olympus Vanta Max GeoChem Handheld XRF Analyzer

Description

Olympus Vanta Max GeoChem Handheld XRF Analyzer – Portable Mineral, Soil & Geochemical Analysis System

The Olympus Vanta Max GeoChem Handheld XRF Analyzer is a professional portable X-ray fluorescence (XRF) instrument designed for rapid elemental and geochemical analysis directly in the field. The Vanta Max is the highest-performance model in the current Vanta handheld XRF range and is designed for mining exploration, mineral analysis, soil testing, environmental analysis and grade control.

The Vanta Max uses a high-sensitivity silicon drift detector (SDD) and application-optimized X-ray tube configurations. The current range includes a 4 W rhodium-anode configuration operating from 8–50 kV, as well as a 55 kV tungsten-anode configuration designed to provide enhanced sensitivity for rare-earth and heavier elements.

The analyzer can provide rapid elemental measurements at exploration and mining sites, helping geologists evaluate rocks, soils, drill samples and other geological materials without having to send every sample to a laboratory first.

Main Benefits

Portable handheld XRF elemental analysis
GeoChem analysis for geological samples
Rapid field analysis
Suitable for mining and mineral exploration
Soil and environmental analysis
Grade-control applications
High-sensitivity SDD detector
Available 55 kV tungsten configuration
Enhanced detection of rare-earth and heavy elements
Embedded GPS/GLONASS
Automatic altitude and air-density correction
Wireless data connectivity
Rugged field construction
Hot-swappable battery
Touchscreen operation
GPS-tagged analytical results
Compatible with Evident Connect cloud workflows

Key Features

GeoChem Analysis
The Vanta Max is optimized for geochemical applications including mineral exploration, soil analysis and grade control. It can help identify elemental patterns in rocks and soils and support geological mapping and exploration decisions.

High-Sensitivity SDD Detector
The analyzer incorporates a silicon drift detector with a high-sensitivity graphene window, providing the sensitivity required for demanding elemental-analysis applications.

55 kV Tungsten Configuration
For applications requiring improved sensitivity for rare-earth and heavier elements, the Vanta Max is available with a 55 kV tungsten-anode X-ray tube. Evident highlights elements including La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb and Ba for this configuration.

GPS-Tagged Results
The embedded GPS/GLONASS receiver allows analysis results to be associated with geographical coordinates. This is useful for field mapping, exploration programs and documenting sampling locations.

Wireless Connectivity
The Vanta Max supports data transfer through USB and optional Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. Results can also be integrated with Evident Connect cloud workflows.

Rugged Field Design
The Vanta Max is designed for demanding field conditions. Evident specifies MIL-STD-810G 4-foot drop testing and an IP54 rating for dust and water-splash protection in the in-use position.

Key Specifications

Brand: Olympus / Evident
Model: Vanta Max
Application: GeoChem / Mining / Mineral Exploration
Product Type: Handheld XRF Analyzer
Technology: Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (EDXRF)
Detector: Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) with high-sensitivity graphene window
X-Ray Tube Option 1: 4 W Rhodium anode, 8–50 kV
X-Ray Tube Option 2: 55 kV Tungsten anode
Primary Beam Filtration: 8-position automatically selected filter
Optional Collimation: 3 mm diameter beam spot
Display: 800 × 480 WVGA LCD capacitive touchscreen
Operating System: Linux
Battery: Removable 14.4 V Li-ion battery
Battery Feature: Hot-swappable battery
AC Power: 18 V power transformer, 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz
Maximum Power: 70 W
GPS: Embedded GPS / GLONASS
Pressure Correction: Built-in barometer for altitude and air-density correction
Data Storage: Removable microSD storage
USB: 2 × USB 2.0 Type-A and 1 × USB Mini-B
Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz with optional USB adapter
Bluetooth: Available with optional USB adapter
Aiming Camera: Optional VGA CMOS camera
Panoramic Camera: Optional 13 MP CMOS autofocus camera
Dimensions: Approximately 10.4 × 29.6 × 24.1 cm
Weight: Approximately 1.9 kg with battery
Operating Temperature: -10°C to 50°C
Humidity: 10%–90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Drop Test: MIL-STD-810G, 4-foot / 1.2 m drop test
Protection Rating: IP54
Software: Vanta software / Evident Connect compatibility
Typical Applications: Mining, exploration, geochemistry, soil testing, environmental analysis and grade control

Applications

The Olympus Vanta Max GeoChem is suitable for:
Mineral exploration
Mining exploration
Geological mapping
Soil geochemistry
Grade control
Ore and waste classification
Drill-core screening
Drill-cutting analysis
Pathfinder-element analysis
Environmental soil analysis
Tailings analysis
Lithogeochemistry
Chemostratigraphy
Exploration targeting
Field elemental analysis

Vanta XRF systems are specifically documented for identifying rock-forming and trace elements useful for lithogeochemical interpretation and mineral exploration.

What is the Olympus Vanta Max GeoChem used for?
It is designed for rapid elemental and geochemical analysis in applications such as mineral exploration, mining, soil testing, environmental analysis and grade control.

Is Olympus Vanta Max still an Olympus product?
The Vanta Max is currently marketed by Evident, following the transition of Olympus’s scientific instruments business. Listings may therefore refer to it as Olympus Vanta Max, Evident Vanta Max, or Vanta Max XRF Analyzer.

Does Vanta Max have GPS?
Yes. The Vanta Max includes an embedded GPS/GLONASS receiver for associating analytical results with geographic locations.

Does Vanta Max support rare-earth element analysis?
The 55 kV tungsten-anode configuration is specifically designed to provide enhanced sensitivity for rare-earth and heavier elements.

Is it suitable for mining exploration?
Yes. Mining exploration and geochemical analysis are among the primary applications for the Vanta Max.

Is the Vanta Max suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. It is designed for field environments, with MIL-STD-810G drop testing and IP54 dust and water-splash protection.