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Alloy Verification / Identification

What is an alloy?
An alloy is a mixture of two or more elements in which the main component is a metal and the end result has metallic properties. Common examples of alloys are steel (iron and carbon), brass (copper and zinc), bronze (copper and tin) and various gold alloys (see gold karat analysis). 
 
What are the benefits of an alloy?
Through specific combinations of metals and other elements, the resulting metals properties are enhanced from the originals. Benefits include increased hardness and strength, more/less conductivity, more resistance to corrosion or more desirable color and luster. These more desirable characteristics meet the needs of a wide range of applications.
 
Why the need for positive alloy identification?
Analyzing metals non-destructively (with Skyray XRF) allows a business to insure a consistent product is being delivered and increase end-user satisfaction. That means increased business and profits in the long run and is critical to a businesses success.

Skyray XRF provides both Portable XRFand Desktop XRF options that quickly analyze alloy composition for jewelry applications, scrap metal analysis, nuclear and petrochemical industries, primary and secondary manufacturing needs.

 
Best Skyray XRF options for alloy verification / identification:

Precious Metal Analyzer
EDX-2800
Fast, accurate and repeatable
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XRF for light elements
EDX-3600B
Widest range of elements available
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Also consider The Pocket, a portable and popular method of alloy verification 


Fast Fact:
The famous OSCAR statuette is made from the alloy Britannium 
and is then plated in copper, nickel, silver, and finally, 24-karat gold.

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