Description
The SciAps X-550 is one of the fastest handheld XRF analyzers on the market, delivering alloy identification in 1 second or less for most materials. Rated S-Tier by Alloy Geek for speed and performance, the X-550 is purpose-built for professionals who cannot afford misidentified metals, production delays, or costly sorting errors.
With a built-in targeting camera, advanced alloy libraries, and optimized apps for aluminum and residuals, the X-550 allows you to confidently verify welds, small components, castings, forgings, and bulk scrap—in real time, on the shop floor or in the yard.
Who This Is For
If your business handles metal every day and requires rapid, accurate alloy verification, the X-550 is engineered for you:
- Scrap Metal Recyclers – Maximize value by instantly separating grades and preventing contamination
- Manufacturers & Machine Shops – Verify incoming material, prevent wrong-alloy production, and protect quality systems
- Fabrication & Welding Operations – Confirm base metals and welds before and after joining
- Foundries, Castings & Forgings – Validate chemistry, residuals, and grade compliance
- Metal Distributors & Service Centers – Ensure correct material certification and inventory accuracy
Why the SciAps X-550 Is Different than other XRFs
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Blazing Speed – Results in Seconds
The X-550 analyzes most common alloys in one second or less, eliminating long test times and workflow bottlenecks. The X550 delivers fast, precise alloy identification across virtually all metal families, including aluminum, stainless, copper, nickel, cobalt, and more!
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Optimized for Aluminum & Residuals
Aluminum alloys and residual element analysis often confound traditional handheld XRF. The X-550’s Aluminum App and Robust Alloy App are designed to accurately measure low-level elements (Si, Mg, Cr, Cu, Ni) and automatically calculate compliance—without requiring operator guesswork on test times
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Built-In Targeting Camera for Precision
Dual integrated cameras allow you to see exactly what you are analyzing—ideal for:- Weld beads and heat-affected zones
- Small machined parts or fasteners
- Castings and forgings with complex geometry
- Mixed or layered scrap materials
This ensures you test the correct surface every time, reducing false readings and rework.
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S-Tier Performance – Alloy Geek Rated
Alloy Geek classifies the SciAps X-550 as an S-Tier handheld XRF based on:
Speed across all alloy families
Accuracy on aluminum and low-Z elements
Ergonomics and ease of use in industrial environments
Data quality for PMI, scrap sorting, and compliance
Examples of Common Alloys Identified by the SciAps X550
Low Alloy & Steels
- 4140, 4340, 8620, etc.
Stainless Steels
- 304, 316, 321, 410, 430, etc.
Aluminum Alloys
- 6061, 6063, 5052, 3003, 2024, 7075, etc.
- Al Cast Grades such as: 356, 357
Copper Alloys
- CDA 110 (ETP Copper), C360 (Free-Machining Brass), C932 (Bronze), C655 (Silicon Bronze), CDA 954 Aluminum Bronze, etc.
Nickel Alloys
- Inconel® 600, 625, 718
- Monel® 400
- Hastelloy® families
Cobalt Alloys
- Stellite® 6, 12
- Co-Cr-W and Co-Cr-Mo systems
Titanium & Specialty Alloys
- Ti 6-4, CP Ti, Ti Grade 2, Ti Grade 5, etc.
- Superalloys, tool steels, exotic blends
Benefits to your Business
Scrap Metal Recycling
- Instantly sort aluminum, stainless, nickel, copper alloys, and more!
- Eliminate Rejected Loads
- Prevent downgraded loads from contamination
- Improve yard efficiency and maximize resale value
Manufacturing & Machining
- Verify incoming material before it hits production
- Avoid costly wrong-alloy parts and customer rejections
- Strengthen ISO and quality compliance
- Maximize value of your waste metal stream with proper sorting
Welding, Fabrication & Field PMI
- Confirm base metals and weld material on the spot
- Validate residuals for code compliance
- Ideal for tight spaces and hard-to-reach welds
Foundries, Castings & Forgings
- Validate chemistry during production
- Confirm aluminum and specialty alloy grades
- Reduce scrap and re-melt errors
Metal Distribution & Service Centers
- Certify materials at receiving and shipping
- Prevent mis-labeled inventory
- Provide documented alloy verification to customers
| Specification | SciAps X-550 |
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| Weight | 2.98 lbs with battery |
| Dimensions | 8.5" × 9.5" × 2.4" |
| X-ray Tube | 5 W tube; 40 kV Rh anode for alloy testing; 50 kV Au anode for other apps |
| Detector | 20 mm² Silicon Drift Detector (140 eV resolution at Mn K-alpha) |
| Analytical Range | 32 elements standard (varies by app) |
| Grade Library | 500+ grades standard; expandable |
| Display | 2.7" color touchscreen |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB |
| Cameras | Dual cameras for targeting, welds, documentation |
| Power | Hot-swappable Li-ion battery |
| Operating Platform | Android OS |
| Regulatory | CE, RoHS, USFDA, Canada RED Act |
What’s Included
- SciAps X-550 Handheld XRF Analyzer
- Rechargeable Batteries (x2) & Battery Charger (x1)
- 316 Stainless Steel Calibration Sample
- USB Cable for PC Connection
- Ruggedized Hard Transport Case with protective foam interior
- Safety Wrist Strap (to prevent drops)
Why Buy from Alloy Geek
- Industry-Trusted XRF Specialists
- Application-Focused Product Configuration
- Expert Training & Onboarding Available
- US-Based Support for PMI, Scrap, and Manufacturing
- Alloy Geek S-Tier Equipment Vetting
We don’t just sell instruments—we help you identify, control, and profit from your metals.
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To Request a Quote:
- Request a Quote Online
- Call us at 919-400-1216
- Email us at sales@alloygeek.com