The Case for Proportional Counter XRF Analyzers

​In recent years, a lot of the conversation around advancements in x-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology has related to the detector systems.  XRF analyzers are offered with two major types of detector technologies…the more traditional proportional counter detectors and newer solid-state detectors. Unfortunately, even though proportional counter may be a great choice for some applications, it is often not discussed because the XRF sales company doesn’t offer it or are more focused on promoting the newer, more hyped, technology.

However, proportional counter detection systems still have a place and organizations looking to purchase an XRF should answer an important question before moving forward with any investment…“What detector system is best for our situation and testing goals?“

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