Identifying lithium deposits is of strategic interest to the mining, geosciences, geochemistry and geothermal industries. To meet the growing demand for rechargeable batteries in the automotive industry, the search for lithium is becoming a major economic challenge for countries around the world. In France, the first mine is due to come on stream in 2024 at Échassières, in the Allier region. In this context, Quantum-RX is proud to announce the launch of the Z-901 lithium analyzer. Manufactured by the American company SciAps, this portable Libs instrument is the world's first for instant, in-the-field analysis of lithium in rocks, ores, powders and brines. Designed for lithium mining projects worldwide, its Libs technology frees it from travel restrictions and licensing constraints.
Exact elemental analysis
The Z-901 lithium is specially designed to measure lithium in brines, rocks (pegmatite), clays and minerals (micas). Its patented "Opti-Purge" system provides an analysis environment with argon inerting, improving spectral signal-to-noise ratio and performance in the UV range. Its analysis range is 350-675 nm. Quantum-RX also offers the Z-902 lithium, with a second spectrometer, if you need to extend the range to 210 nm, for analysis of additional elements (boron, magnesium, calcium and potassium).
Designed for field and lab
Like all SciAps portable LIBS analyzers, the Z-901 Li is lightweight (1.6 kg including battery), compact (25 x 5 x 20 cm), robust (metal casing) and streamlined for access to difficult areas (narrow, conical nosepiece). It incorporates 2 cameras: for precise location of analyzed surfaces and for photo documentation of samples. Its patented sample sensor enables Laser class 1 operation. On the practical side, it features a high-brightness 2.7″ rear-facing color touchscreen.
Intuitive operation
The Android operating system guarantees quality analysis. Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, with GPS capability, allow users to print, e-mail and connect to virtually any information management system for comprehensive reporting.