Enhanced Elemental Analysis for Catalytic Converter Recycling
Catalytic converters are in high demand, as they continue to play a crucial role in the automotive industry as well as many others. But they require a significant amount of rare platinum group metals (PGM) - platinum (Pt), rhodium (Rh) and palladium (Pd) - to manufacture. Limited supplies of PGM have caused prices to fluctuate dramatically over the last 15 years, with Pd and Rh prices spiking from 2020 to 2021. These factors have made catalytic converter recycling a very attractive business, but it's not for the faint of heart.
The PGM composition of each catalytic converter varies wildly, meaning one can be worth less than $100 while another is worth more than $1000. Worse still, undisclosed alterations can mean the dangerous inclusion of lead or spent nickel-cadmium batteries - no wonder automotive catalyst fraud is on the rise!
To stay competitive in the catalytic converter recycling industry, you must be able to quickly and accurately determine the precise amounts of Pt, Pd, and Rh in spent catalytic converters. Even small inaccuracies can lead to serious price discrepancies, unhappy clients and customers, and heavy financial losses for your business.
The Thermo Scientific Niton XL5 Plus Handheld XRF Analyzer is the premier tool for fast, lab-quality elemental analysis in the catalytic converter recycling industry. Contact one of our specialists today to find out more
Fast, accurate, versatile elemental analysis
X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) is a non-destructive analysis method that uses X-rays to precisely determine the elemental composition of platinum group metals (PGMs), including platinum (Pt), rhodium (Rh) and palladium (Pd). XRF testing is considered one of the most reliable methods of verifying the exact ratios of PGMs in equipment like catalytic converters.
The Niton XL5 Plus Handheld XRF Analyzer offers unmatched speed, performance, and quality elemental analysis in a simple, easy-to-use format.
With low limits of detection (LODs) and high sample throughput, the Niton XL5 Plus Handheld XRF Analyzer won't miss rare earth elements and zirconium, lead, or other elements often present at high levels in spent catalysts, which is critical to obtaining accurate results for Pd, Pt, and Rh. And the results are displayed in real time, empowering you to make lightning-fast decisions with unparalleled confidence.
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