Hitachi X-MET8000 Optimum

The Hitachi X‑MET8000 Optimum delivers rapid, lab-grade elemental analysis across a wide range of applications—metals, soils, plastics, glass, oils, ores, wood, and more. Rugged (IP54, MIL‑STD‑810G), intuitive touchscreen, and lightweight (~1.5 kg with battery), it's designed for field and lab use alike.

Variants

• Hitachi X-MET8000 Optimum Metal Sorting for PMI/Scrap/QAQC/Manufacturing
• Hitachi X-MET8000 Optimum for Consumer Goods
• Hitachi X-MET8000 Optimum Geo for Environmental Soil Screening
• Hitachi X-MET8000 Optimum Geo for Ore and Mineral Exploration
• Hitachi X-MET8000 Optimum Geo for Archaeometry

Features

• X-ray tube: 40kV or 50kV
• X-ray tube filters: 6 position filter changer
• Detector: Large area SDD
• Max. sample temperature: 100ºC or 400ºC with HERO™ heat resistant window (optional)
• IP54 rating
• Protection against detector window damage: Optional window shield
• Calibrations: Standardless (includes light elements analysis)
• Integrated camera (Optional)
• Small-spot collimator (Optional)
• 6-position filter wheel for the optimized analysis of all elements from Mg to U
• 2 Year Warranty

Common Parts & Accessories

• XRF Windows – Protect the internal components of your Hitachi X-MET8000 by replacing all broken or dirty measurement windows!
• Benchtop Stand – Convert your handheld into a benchtop analyzer with a stable chamber for small samples, long test times, or operating from a desk
• Spare Batteries & Chargers – Ensure uninterrupted operation during long field or lab jobs. Keeping a battery on a charger gives you near infinite power!
• Small‑Spot Collimator & Camera Modules – Ideal for pinpoint measurements in coatings, heritage, and electronics compliance.
• Check Samples & Calibration Standards – Soil, mining, alloy reference materials to verify accuracy.

Documents

• Hitachi X-MET8000 Brochure
• Hitachi X-MET8000 Manual

Application Specific Brochures

• Scrap Metal / Recycling with the Hitachi X-MET8000
• PMI Inspection with the Hitachi X-MET8000
• Precious Metals Analysis with the Hitachi X-MET8000
• QAQC with the Hitachi X-MET8000
• Regulatory Compliance with the Hitachi X-MET8000
• Archaeology with the Hitachi X-MET8000
• Mining / Soil / Geochemistry with the Hitachi X-MET8000

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