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Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)

• How long does the laser last in the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS analyzer?
• How many pixels does the Rigaku KT-100S detector have?
• What classification is the laser in the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS analyzer?
• When using the Rigaku KT-100S, do I need to choose the matrix I am analyzing for?
• Is there a daily calibration I need to do with the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS analyzer?
• Does the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS need to be re-calibrated periodically?
• What is the dynamic range of the spectrometer in the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS analyzer?
• Is argon required for testing alloys with the Rigaku KT-100S?
• Can the Drill Down be increased when there is visible surface contamination or oxidation?
• Does the surface need to be prepared before testing metal with the KT-100S handheld LIBS analyzer?
• When testing with the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS analyzer, what is the beam size and how big of a mark does it leave?
• What is Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS)?
• Are any permits or registrations required for LIBS analyzers?

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