Description
Affordable Metal Identification for Scrap, Fabrication & Manufacturing
The Thermo Scientific Niton XL2 100G is a proven, entry-level handheld XRF analyzer designed for businesses that need reliable metal identification without the cost of high-end alloy analyzers. This pre-owned unit offers a cost-effective solution for scrap metal recycling, machine shops, fabrication, welding, manufacturing, and metal distribution, delivering fast elemental analysis in a rugged, easy-to-use handheld platform.
If your operation needs to quickly verify metal types, separate common alloys, or confirm material chemistry on incoming or outgoing parts, the Niton XL2 100G remains a trusted workhorse in the field.
Key Benefits for Businesses that work with Metals
- Budget-Friendly Entry Point – Ideal for companies adopting handheld XRF for the first time
- Fast Metal Identification – Get elemental results in seconds at the point of use
- Non-Destructive Testing – Analyze parts, scrap, welds, and components without damage
- Portable & Rugged – Designed for shop floors, scrap yards, and field environments
- Trusted Thermo Scientific Platform – Decades of XRF expertise and field-proven reliability
Common Applications
The Niton XL2 100G is well-suited for everyday metal verification tasks, including:
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Scrap Metal Recycling
- Sorting ferrous vs non-ferrous metals
- Identifying stainless steel families and common alloys
- Reducing downstream contamination and pricing errors
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Manufacturing & Machine Shops
- Verifying incoming raw materials
- Confirming alloy chemistry before machining
- Quality control and material traceability
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Fabrication & Welding
- PMI (Positive Material Identification) of base metals
- Alloy confirmation prior to welding
- Avoiding costly mix-ups and rework
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General Metal Identification
- Brass, bronze, copper alloys
- Carbon and stainless steels
- Nickel-containing alloys
Why Choose a Pre-Owned Niton XL2 from Alloy Geek?
All pre-owned handheld XRF analyzers sold by Alloy Geek are professionally inspected and verified for proper operation. Choosing a pre-owned unit allows your business to deploy XRF technology at a significantly lower cost, while still benefiting from the speed and convenience of handheld elemental analysis.
This model is particularly attractive for:
- Small to mid-sized scrap yards
- Job shops and fabricators
- Businesses that need basic alloy ID without advanced trace element requirements
Typical Elements Detected
The Niton XL2 100G is optimized for general metal analysis, commonly detecting elements such as:
- Fe, Cu, Zn, Ni, Cr, Mn
- Mo, Co, Ti, V
- Pb and other heavy elements (application dependent)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Analyzer Type | Handheld XRF |
| Model | Thermo Scientific Niton XL2 100G |
| Applications | Metal identification, PMI, scrap sorting |
| Analysis Time | Seconds per test |
| Display | Integrated color touchscreen |
| Operation | Trigger-based, simple user interface |
| Portability | Fully handheld |
| Condition | Pre-Owned, tested for functionality |
Who This Analyzer Is Best For
✔ Businesses seeking affordable metal ID
✔ First-time handheld XRF users
✔ Scrap yards sorting common alloys
✔ Fabrication and machine shops verifying materials
✖ Not recommended for Soil, Mining, Catalytic Converter, Lead Paint, or Lead Paint applications.
Included with This Pre-Owned Unit
- Pre-Owned Thermo Scientific Niton XL2 100G Analyzer
- Battery, Charger, and Power Cord
- Protective Hard Carrying Case with Custom Foam Insert
- Spare Measurement Windows
- Alloy Geek Virtual Installation Training
The Pre-Owned Thermo Scientific Niton XL2 100G is a cost-effective, entry-level handheld XRF analyzer that helps metal-focused businesses identify materials quickly, reduce errors, and improve confidence in metal transactions—all without the investment required for high-end XRF platforms.
For companies that need reliable metal identification at a practical price point, this analyzer remains a smart, proven choice.
Documents
- Niton XL2 100G Brochure
- Niton XL2 100G Limits of Detection (LOD)
- Niton XL2 100G Quickstart Guide
- Niton XL2 100G Manual
To Request a Quote
- Request a Quote Online
- Call us at 919-400-1216
- Email us at sales@alloygeek.com