Vanta Work Station for XRF Analyzers: Frequently Asked Questions

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Michelle Wright

28 April, 2020

Our Vanta™ Work Station is a portable XRF accessory that expands the capabilities and flexibility of your Vanta analyzer. Keep reading to learn all about it, how to use it for XRF analysis, and more!

What is the Vanta Work Station?

The Vanta Work Station enables your Vanta handheld XRF analyzer to be used as a fully interlocked system. Set it up as a rugged, portable field laboratory or on a benchtop.

This gives you the freedom to start a test in the Work Station and complete other tasks while the Vanta analyzer performs the analysis. With consistent sample positioning and efficient throughput, the Vanta Work Station helps ensure high-quality results.

How do you use the Vanta Work Station?

To begin closed-beam testing with the Vanta Work Station, follow these simple steps:

And that’s it! Once you’re done testing, you can easily release the analyzer by pressing a button.

Who can use the Vanta Work Station?

The Vanta Work Station can be used for testing with Vanta M Series, C Series, and L Series handheld XRF analyzers. The Work Station is especially useful for applications that may require longer test times, including mining process control, environmental analysis, geological exploration, RoHS, and consumer products.

Is the Vanta Work Station portable?

The Vanta Work Station works on battery power or AC power for both benchtop and field use. For added flexibility, the Work Station is easy to transport and set down. The chamber and legs separate for easy storage. An optional carry case is available if you need to transport your Work Station.

Portable XRF workstation

How does the Work Station keep me safe from X-ray exposure?

The safety interlock feature helps ensure the analyzer stops emitting X-rays as soon as the lid opens. In addition, radiation warning LED lights display prominently at all angles during a test.

How big is the test chamber?

The Vanta Work Station measures 107 mm × 178 mm × 179 mm (4.2 in. × 7 in. × 7 in.).

Portable workstation for handheld XRF

Can I watch a virtual demo?

Yes, click here to watch a video of the Vanta Work Station in action.

Want to learn more? Check out the Vanta Work Station for yourself, and explore the other accessories for Vanta handheld XRF analyzers.

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Michelle Wright

Marketing Specialist, Analytical Instruments

Michelle Wright has more than nine years of experience in marketing communications and works in the analytical instruments business at Evident to promote X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers. She works closely with product, engineering, and application groups to assist with launching new products, creating webinars, and writing application notes.