WDXRF Spectrometers
Wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) is a technique that has become indispensable when fast, accurate elemental analysis is needed, as when controlling a melt in a steel works or the raw mix at a cement plant. One reason for its popularity in these applications is that its ease of use, and the ruggedness of the equipment, allows quality results to be obtained in plant conditions by operators without advanced analytical skills.
The inherent precision, speed, and sample preparation simplicity of WDXRF can often eliminate many of the problems encountered with solution-based methods like ICP and atomic absorption (AA) spectroscopy. Rigaku WDXRF technology provides freedom from interferences, high sample throughput with superior precision, and low detection limits.
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Battery
WDXRF enables precise control of composition ratios and trace impurities in battery materials. From cathodes and anodes to electrolytes and raw materials, it supports reliable performance from R&D through mass production.
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Mining
Accurate elemental analysis is essential across the mining process—from exploration to refining—to ensure efficiency and product quality. WDXRF spectrometry provides fast, precise, and non-destructive quantification of major and trace elements in rocks, ores, and concentrates. With high resolution and long-term stability, WDXRF supports consistent analysis from resource evaluation to final product assurance.
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Petrochemicals
In the oil and petroleum industry, precise elemental analysis is essential for quality control, regulatory compliance, and process stability. WDXRF spectrometry provides fast, accurate, and non-destructive measurement of key elements such as sulfur, lead, nickel, and vanadium across crude oils, fuels, and lubricants. With superior sensitivity and repeatability, WDXRF supports reliable monitoring from production to final product certification.
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Cement
Precise cement composition analysis is key to maintaining product quality and process stability. WDXRF provides fast, accurate, and non-destructive elemental analysis of raw materials, raw meal, clinker, and finished cement. By enabling consistent monitoring of oxide ratios throughout the production process, WDXRF supports process control, reduces variability, and ensures uniform performance from feedstock to final product.
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Ceramics & glass
In the ceramics and glass industries, elemental composition directly affects thermal stability, optical properties, and product performance. WDXRF spectrometry provides fast, accurate, and non-destructive elemental analysis of raw materials, glass, refractories, and catalysts. With high resolution and stability, WDXRF supports reliable process control and quality assurance from formulation to final product inspection.
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Metals
In the metals industry, precise elemental analysis is essential for process control, alloy composition verification, and quality assurance across raw materials and finished products. WDXRF spectrometry provides fast, accurate, and non-destructive quantification of major and trace elements in steels, alloys, and slags. Its superior resolution and stability enable consistent monitoring from ore to final metal products.
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Environment
Environmental analysis requires reliable methods that can handle diverse materials such as soil, water, coal, and ash. WDXRF spectrometry offers fast, consistent, and non-destructive elemental analysis across both inorganic and organic samples. Its broad applicability and measurement stability make WDXRF a dependable tool for composition monitoring, contamination assessment, and resource evaluation in environmental laboratories.
Learn more >What is WDXRF?
Wavelength Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (WDXRF) is a powerful technique used to determine the elemental composition of materials. By measuring the characteristic X-rays emitted from a sample, WDXRF provides accurate and repeatable elemental analysis across a wide range of applications.
Start with fundamentals - XRF Essentials for Everyday Users
We cover everything you need to know about X-ray fluorescence. From energy dispersive to wavelength dispersive XRF, you'll find guides on sample prep, calibration, detection limits, and matrix effects. We review instruments, compare techniques, and share tips on quantitative analysis, method development, and software tools.
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Ask the Experts - WDXRF on Your Wavelength
WDXRF on Your Wavelength is a monthly LinkedIn Live session where we will answer your questions about WDXRF. Each session features Shiv Verma, an XRF Application Specialist at Rigaku, who will answer questions from the audience. Whether you’re new to WDXRF or have been using it for years, you are welcome to join the discussion, listen in, and learn from questions others are asking.
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