Electrolytic and galvanic bath solutions are integral to precision metal finishing and refining processes across industries such as electronics, medical technology, and automotive manufacturing. Maintaining optimal bath composition is essential for ensuring consistent deposition quality and minimizing contamination from unwanted elements. Elemental analysis using energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (ED-XRF) enables rapid, non-destructive monitoring of these solutions directly on-site. This approach eliminates the need for complex sample preparation or laboratory transport, significantly reducing turnaround times and enhancing process control. The SPECTROCUBE system applies advanced excitation and detection technologies to deliver accurate quantification of key metals such as gold, palladium, and copper, even in complex matrices.
In refining applications, particularly those involving precious metals, precise control over elemental concentrations is critical. Impurities like platinum or copper can interfere with deposition, leading to compromised coating integrity. ED-XRF facilitates real-time elemental analysis, allowing operators to adjust bath parameters proactively and maintain stringent quality standards. The SPECTROCUBE’s calibration model, based on extended Compton scattering, ensures reliable results across varying sample compositions. Its performance has been validated against ICP-OES, demonstrating comparable accuracy with good recovery rates. This makes ED-XRF a practical and efficient solution for manufacturers seeking to optimize electrochemical processes and uphold high-quality outputs.
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