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This refurbished Olympus Vanta Element-S is configured for high-accuracy coating thickness measurement on metals, components, fasteners, surface finishes, electronic parts, and industrial coatings. Using XRF-based nondestructive thickness profiling, this unit can measure plated layers such as Ni, Cr, Cu, Zn, Sn, Au, Ag, Pd and more — making it ideal for manufacturing QA/QC, aerospace, automotive, electroplating operations, and electronic assembly validation.

In addition to coating measurement, this Element-S includes the powerful AlloyPlus mode, enabling full elemental identification of both heavy and light-element alloys — including aluminum, magnesium, titanium, nickel alloys, stainless steels, bronzes, brasses, and more. Whether verifying base substrates before coating, confirming alloy grade, or validating post-plating thickness, this analyzer delivers laboratory-grade results in seconds with a handheld, field-portable workflow.

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Coating Thickness Capabilities

The Olympus Vanta Element-S supports coating measurement applications such as:

• Nickel on Copper
• Zinc on Steel
• Chromium on Stainless
• Tin on Copper
• Gold / Silver / Palladium plating
• Multi-layer systems (e.g., Cr/Ni/Cu)
• Surface finishing validation
• PCB contact coatings and trace plating
• and many more...

Because this is XRF-based, it measures actual elemental mass thickness, not just optical thickness — ensuring accuracy even on micro-layers used in electronics or aerospace components.

AlloyPlus for Alloy Identification

The Element-S includes the advanced AlloyPlus mode which allows:

• Detection of both heavy and light elements
• Differentiation of aluminum alloys (5xxx vs 6xxx vs 7xxx)
• Magnesium alloys
• Titanium alloys
• Nickel-based superalloys
• Stainless steel differentiation (303 vs 304 vs 316 vs 321 vs 347)
• Copper alloys (Brass vs Bronze vs Cu-Ni blends)
• Cobalt alloys (e.g., Stellite grades)

AlloyPlus is ideal for verifying:

• Incoming material certification
• Correct substrate prior to plating
• Heat-treatment variations
• Material traceability and QC documentation
• Aerospace and defense component requirements

Features

The Vanta Element-S platform includes:

• Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) — higher sensitivity vs PIN detectors
• Stable analytical beam producing consistent precision
• Fast measurement times (as low as 1–3 seconds per scan)
• Rugged housing built tough for production environments
• Touchscreen for shop-floor or field use
  
• Data export via USB and Wi-Fi (if equipped)
• On-board grade library with AlloyPlus
• Firmware-enabled coating and plating thickness measurement

Technical Specifications

Detector: Silicon Drift Detector (SDD)
X-ray Tube: 50 kV class (depending on config), optimized for metallic and coating analysis
Element Range: Typically Mg to U for alloy mode
Coating Resolution: Sub-micron sensitivity for many materials
Display: Ruggedized 800×480 touchscreen
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +50°C (battery dependent)
IP Rating: IP 54 / IP 65 depending on configuration
Drop Protection: MIL-STD tested
Battery Life: 6+ hours per battery
Weight: Approx. 3.3 lb / 1.5 kg
Export Formats: CSV or PDF (MS Excel or custom report formats)

Industry Use Cases

• Electroplating thickness certification
• Aerospace material verification
• Automotive hardware manufacturing
• PCB production & component qualification
• Medical device coating measurement
• Connector & contact coating validation
• Fastener & fittings manufacturing
• Industrial metal finishing lines
• Precious metal plating thickness monitoring

Technical Specifications

X-Ray Tube

50kV, Fast, stable excitation for fast coating thickness measurement and precise identificaiton of metals and alloys

Detector

High-resolution Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) - Excellent performance on light and heavy elements

Light Element Capable

The Olympus Vanta Element-S measures the following light elements in alloys: Mg, Al, Si, P, S

Element Range

Typical alloy elements measured include: Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Nb, Mo, Zr, Sn, Sb, W, Pb, plus additional transition metals depending on material.

Construction & Durability

• IP65 dust/water rating
• MIL-STD-810G drop-tested
• Rugged magnesium-alloy chassis
• Heat-resistant design for continuous industrial use

Display & Interface

• Intuitive touchscreen interface
• Grade match, chemistry view, and trend functions
• Integrated data export: USB, Wi-Fi, and optional Bluetooth
• Onboard reporting templates

Weight

Approx. 3.3 lb (1.5 kg), depending on configuration

Included With Your Olympus Vanta Element-S

• Olympus Vanta Element-S handheld XRF analyzer
• Two NEW Li-ion batteries
• Battery Charger
• Hard Transport/Storage Case
• Wrist strap
• XRF Measurement Window Spares
• Calibration Check Sample
• Power supply & cables
• Documentation

The Olympus Vanta Element-S is Perfect For

• Machine shops and fabrication teams
• Metal distributors
• Reverse Engineering
• Petrochemical contractors
• Scrap & Metal Recycling Facilities
• Weld inspectors
• Metal service centers
• Positive Material Identification Users (PMI)

Why Buy from Alloy Geek?

• These Handheld XRF units are factory refurbished prior to shipping
• Expert support from real industry professionals
• Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
• Trusted by recyclers, refiners, and manufacturers across North America

Looking to add additional modes? Let us configure your analyzer with the specific mode(s) you need.

Condition & Warranty

• Condition: Factory refurbished, Excellent Condition!
• Warranty: 6 month Alloy Geek warranty
• Performance Verification: XRF units are verified prior to shipment

💡 Alloy Geek Pro Tip 💡

The Vanta Element-S is one of the most affordable handheld XRF units on the market—while offering finer aluminum sorting!