BTX-II
The BTX-II has the full XRD mineralogical analysis capabilities of the BTX Profiler, but only rudimentary XRF information gleaned from the CCD detector; it essentially aids in the XRD mineralogical identification and analysis as opposed to providing the full, rigorous elemental ED-XRF analysis found in the BTX Profiler. The BTX Profiler combines full XRD and full XRF capabilities. It uses single sample measurement or unattended multi-sample measurements with an integrated autosampler. Applications include: counterfeit drug screening, pharmaceutical discovery library building, and fire or explosives forensics.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Olympus Scientific Solutions America |
| Product Name |
| BTX-II |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Elemental Analysis; |
| Detection Method |
| X-ray Diffraction (XRD); X-ray Fluorescence ; |
| Application |
| Laboratory Analysis; Bulk Analysis; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The BTX-II has the full XRD mineralogical analysis capabilities of the BTX Profiler, but only rudimentary XRF information gleaned from the CCD detector; it essentially aids in the XRD mineralogical identification and analysis as opposed to providing the full, rigorous elemental ED-XRF analysis found in the BTX Profiler. The BTX Profiler combines full XRD and full XRF capabilities. It uses single sample measurement or unattended multi-sample measurements with an integrated autosampler. Applications include: counterfeit drug screening, pharmaceutical discovery library building, and fire or explosives forensics. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2008 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Olympus - BTX-II and BTX Profiler.pdf; MRIGlobal - BTXII.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| BTX-II: Single sample unit 11.75 x 6.9 x 18.5 in (29.9 x 17.6 x 49.6 cm)
BTX Profiler: Single sample unit -19.41 x 15.66 x 13.55 in (49.4 x 39.8 x 34.5 cm) Multi-Sample unit 26.57 x 15.66 x 13.55 (67.5 x 39.8 x 34.5 cm) |
| Weight |
| >50 Lbs.; BTX-II: 27.5 Lbs.(12.5 kg)
BTX Profiler: 51 Lbs. (23.2 kg)
BTX Profiler Multi-Sample: 72 Lbs. (32.7 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; 110 to 220 VAC |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Benchtop/Fixed; Small Footprint |
| Ruggedness |
| Vibration/Shock |
| Operating Conditions |
| -10 to 35 °C (14 to 95 °F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Sample cells for the both XRD and for XRF, Mylar windows ($100/set of 10) |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Mylar window needs to be replaced approximately every 6 months. User can perform basic preventative maintenance; however, major repair work needs to be done by manufacturer. |
| Communications Interface |
| Ethernet or Wireless(802.11b/g) |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $53,750.00 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| $100 |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Yes |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Yes |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Yes |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Elemental Analysis |
| Number of Library Entries |
| Commercial databases available |
| Adaptability |
| Yes |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| %; ppm; 100's ppm to % |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 2 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <15 minutes; 5 to 15 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| 5 to 15 minutes |
| Software Control |
| On-board |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| XRD range: 5 to 55°, 0.25° resolution, XRF Energy Range: 3 to 25 keV, 200 eV resolution, Sample Size: 15 mg; X-Ray tube voltage: 30kV, X-ray tube power: 10W, X-ray target material: Cu or Co (Cu standard), Sampling: Dry powder is placed into a small chamber. |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Operator’s Manual |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| Warranties |
| 1 year, extended warranty |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
| Data File Type Format |
| TXT |
