Product Description

The ST-600 Portable Ore Analyzer is extremely rugged and can perform highly demanding analytical applications in extremely harsh environments. Each unit incorporates SITECK’s newly developed SITECK technology, an innovation in XRF signal processing that delivers precise and highly repeatable results, enabling users to achieve higher productivity and a faster return on investment.

The ST-600 is designed for on-site analysis of various types of ores. Equipped with a field-proven X-ray tube analysis system that uses no radioactive isotopes, it enables rapid and comprehensive ore type identification on-site. It has low sample preparation requirements while delivering accurate test results, even for high-concentration samples, eliminating the need for confirmatory laboratory testing.

The SITECK handheld ST-600 Analyzer performs multi-element analysis on a wide range of ores and is widely used in ore testing and analysis, slag refining analysis, and archaeological research. It covers all natural ores, slags, rocks, soils, and slurries from phosphorus to uranium, including gold, silver, copper, iron, tin, zinc, nickel, molybdenum, iridium, arsenic, lead, titanium, antimony, manganese, vanadium, iodine, sulfur, potassium, phosphorus, uranium, and more. Testable samples include solids, liquids, dusts, powders, solid blocks, fragments, filter materials, thin films, and other tangible objects.

Product Parameters

Built on SITECK’s years of R&D experience in handheld X-ray fluorescence spectrometers, the SITECK new-generation handheld XRF ore analyzer—the ST-600—brings another revolution to the analytical field. The ST-600 integrates digital multi-channel technology, delivering lower detection limits, higher stability, and broader applicability, with performance comparable to benchtop instruments. Its compact and portable design excels in prospecting, ore exploration, multi-element testing and analysis of various geological ore samples, and slag refining analysis, simplifying and streamlining prospecting operations.

The ST-600 Handheld Ore Analyzer supports on-site analysis of diverse ore types. Featuring a field-proven X-ray tube analysis system without radioactive isotopes, it enables fast and thorough ore type characterization on-site. With minimal sample requirements and high accuracy for high-concentration samples, it removes the need for follow-up laboratory verification tests.

XRF Data Modeling Technology

1. Adopts X-ray tube source, multi-beam filtering technology, and HP PDA (handheld computer) technology, delivering exceptional measurement range, speed, accuracy, and strong upgrade potential.
2. Utilizes advanced and versatile X-ray data modeling—Compton normalization correction for quantitative analysis using an internal standard without dedicated calibration.
3. Fundamental Parameter Analysis: Semi-quantitative method suitable for samples with uneven structural density and varying elemental compositions.
4. Experimental Calibration Method: Calibration via calibration curves, supporting user-generated curves.
5. Equipped with spectrum peak identification software for on-screen spectrum viewing.
6. Compares spectra against built-in standards for comparative analysis.

Application Advantages in the Mining & Geology Industry

• Detectable Elements: Standard configuration analyzes over 30 elements; customizable to add more elements per client needs.
• Professionalism: Dedicated ore analysis software with intelligent one-touch testing.
• Customizable Operating Modes: Multiple ore sample modes available and unlimited custom modes to match client requirements.
• Maximize Mine Value: Built-in high-definition camera enables direct observation of target veins or ore spots, supporting precise mining management and real-time ore grade monitoring.
• Beneficiation Process Control: Accurate, rapid analysis of run-of-mine ore, concentrate, and tailings, providing valuation data for ore grade determination, mineral trading, processing, and recycling.
• Environmental Monitoring: Tests heavy metals in soils around mining areas to assess environmental remediation and safeguard the mine’s surrounding ecosystem.

Main Applications

Handheld ore analyzer for rapid determination of non-ferrous metal elements in mining, geology, soil environments, sediments, and deposits.

Standard Configuration

1. Main ore analyzer unit: 1 set
2. Standard sample: 1 piece
3. Original rechargeable lithium batteries: 2 pieces
4. Charging cradle and power cable
5. 32G USB flash drive: 1 piece
6. Reinforced polypropylene film: 5 pieces
7. Standard moisture-proof, shock-proof carrying case: 1 piece

Technical Specifications

1. Detectable Elements: Metal elements in ores and soil environments, including Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Hf, Ta, W, Hg, Se, Au, Br, Pb, Bi, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb, Re, Ir, Pt, Ru, Rh, Pd (marked in red: SDD detector configuration).
2. Detector: US Moxtek Si-pin (6 mm²), US Amptek Si-pin (25 mm²), German KETEK SDD detector.
3. Excitation Source: High-power miniature straight-plate X-ray tube, W target, 4W high-power X-ray tube, tube voltage 50 kV, maximum tube current 100 μA.
4. SITECK Technology: Higher X-ray count rate, ultra-low electronic noise design; automatic energy calibration verification without external standards before each test.
5. Filters: 8 filters, automatically switched based on target elements.
6. Test Methods: Fundamental Parameter Method, supporting empirical coefficient correction.
7. Operation: Touch or trigger start; no need to hold the trigger during testing; continuous trigger mode available upon request.
8. Operating System: Windows CE 6.0, secure and reliable.
9. Self-Diagnosis: Automatic diagnostics for hardware, software, network, battery, etc., with log generation for fast troubleshooting.
10. Standard Mode: Ore analysis mode; optional modes: alloy analysis mode, soil analysis mode.