Alternative in Switzerland

Hitachi X-MET8000 : A reliable portable spectrometer, but what about after-sales service?

The Hitachi X-MET8000 is a portable XRF tube analyzer known for its reliability in the analysis of metals and alloys: sorting metals in landfills, identifying alloys in industry, PMI, precious metals, regulatory compliance (ROHS, WEEE).

At YSPEKH, we offer the distribution, calibration and after-sales service of XRF instruments equivalent or superior to the Hitachi X-MET8000, with the advantage of fast and reliable service based in Switzerland (Vaud).

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Spectromètre de fluorescence X pour l'analyse du plomb dans les peintures
Features

Hitachi X-MET8000: its features

A serious instrument, whose strengths deserve acknowledging before we discuss its limits.

  • Multi-material analysis: the X-MET8000 analyzes a broad range of materials (alloys, polymers, soils, wood, glass, oils…), from magnesium to uranium (Mg–U) in a few seconds.
  • Large-area SDD detector: paired with a 40 to 50 kV X-ray tube and, depending on the version, a 6-position filter wheel, it delivers high resolution and low detection limits.
  • Ergonomics and portability: compact (≈1.5 kg including battery) with a 4.3-inch touchscreen, and enough runtime to cover the working day thanks to the two batteries supplied.
Analyseur de plomb FenX2
The weak point

Hitachi X-MET8000: an excellent device, but without local after-sales service?

While the Hitachi X-MET8000 looks like a good compromise on paper, its local availability in French-speaking Switzerland remains limited:

  • No direct distributor
  • After-sales service centralised abroad
  • Response times sometimes long
  • No personalised support
  • Calibrated in Switzerland
  • Repaired in Switzerland
  • Custom adjustments
  • Local support

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