The M4 TORNADO is a high-performance micro-XRF spectrometer built for fast, non-destructive elemental analysis across virtually any material type—solids, liquids, particles, and layered structures. Equipped with a focused polycapillary X-ray beam and lightning-fast silicon drift detectors, it captures sharp spatial and elemental data in record time. Whether you're scanning geological samples, investigating thin films, or mapping multi-layered devices, the M4 TORNADO delivers full-spectrum insights with effortless precision. Its massive mapping area, real-time imaging, and robust quantification tools make it the ultimate asset for labs that demand both speed and scientific depth.
Applications & Materials
- Materials Science: Thin films, coatings, ceramics, and composite layers
- Geology & Mining: Rock slices, drill cores, and mineral exploration
- Electronics: PCB inspection, solder analysis, and battery research
- Cultural Heritage: Artwork, manuscripts, and historical photography
- Pharma & Biotech: Elemental mapping of botanical and biological samples
- Food & Agriculture: Nutrient distribution in plant tissue or complex mixtures
Technical Highlights
- <20 μm Spot Size: Polycapillary lens delivers razor-sharp spatial resolution
- 1 ms Dwell Time: Scan more, wait less—pixel-perfect mapping in seconds
- High-Capacity Chamber: Analyze samples up to 7 kg effortlessly
- Mapping Area: Up to 190 x 160 mm² with full spectral data per pixel
- Detector Power: Optional dual XFlash® SDDs for ultra-high throughput
- Quantification & Layers: Optional XMethod software for standard-based and multilayer analysis
- Live He/N₂ Flush: Gentle on delicate samples, tough on signal noise
- Smart Software Suite: Intuitive tools for phase analysis, hotspot detection & line profiling
Why M4 TORNADO?
Because when accuracy, speed, and flexibility matter, M4 TORNADO doesn't just meet expectations—it outruns them. Designed for labs that can't afford to slow down, this system cuts through complex structures with <20 μm resolution and blazing 100 mm/s stage speed. It's built to handle large, heavy, or sensitive samples with ease, and the software suite gives you full control—from rapid scans to deep quantification and 3D layer analysis. Whether you're solving industrial puzzles or preserving cultural treasures, M4 TORNADO is the smart, scalable choice for real-world elemental mapping.
