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Introducing Vanta Max and Core

Meet the Next-Generation Vanta™ XRF Analyzers

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Durability for Maximum Uptime and Profitability

Vanta^™ handheld XRF analyzers for recycling and scrap sorting are IP55 rated to withstand rain, dirt, and dust and are drop tested using U.S. Department of Defense methods (MIL-STD-810G) to help prevent breakages and maximize uptime.*

Every Vanta analyzer for scrap sorting is optimized with software features designed to improve return on investment and help scrap yard owners ensure consistent data capture across their device fleet.

Each device comes with innovative and proprietary Axon technology so you get the right answer fast, for high throughput and productivity.

Cloud technology enabled.

With a standard package of 25 or more elements, confidently measure a variety of alloys and metals including:

Non-ferrous alloys
Low alloy steels
Aluminum and light alloys
Copper

Precious metals
Car catalysts
Electronics
Glass

* M Series analyzers are IP54 rated.

Scrap Sorting for
Car Catalyst Recycling

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Rugged Scrap yards are tough on electronic devices, and accidents can cause breakdowns that cost time and money. Vanta analyzers are built to be tough and durable for increased uptime and a low cost of ownership. For additional protection, the analyzers are drop tested (MIL-STD-810G) using U.S. Department of Defense methods, reducing the risk of damage and costly repairs when a device is dropped or jostled. Every Vanta analyzer is IP55 rated to withstand rain, dirt, and dust.* Able to withstand a temperature range of -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F), Vanta analyzers ensure you maximize uptime without wasting time waiting for your analyzer to cool, even in hot environments.** * M Series analyzers are IP54 rated. ** With optional fan. Operates continuously at 33 °C without the fan.	Learn more about: Have a question about a product or solution featured in this video? Contact Us Sorry, this video is not available in your country

Rugged

Scrap yards are tough on electronic devices, and accidents can cause breakdowns that cost time and money. Vanta analyzers are built to be tough and durable for increased uptime and a low cost of ownership.

For additional protection, the analyzers are drop tested (MIL-STD-810G) using U.S. Department of Defense methods, reducing the risk of damage and costly repairs when a device is dropped or jostled. Every Vanta analyzer is IP55 rated to withstand rain, dirt, and dust.*

Able to withstand a temperature range of -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F), Vanta analyzers ensure you maximize uptime without wasting time waiting for your analyzer to cool, even in hot environments.**

* M Series analyzers are IP54 rated.
** With optional fan. Operates continuously at 33 °C without the fan.

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	Revolutionary Vanta analyzers give you the same accurate result every time from your first test to your hundredth test. The Vanta series’ proprietary Axon^™ technology uses ultra-low-noise electronics enabling higher X-ray counts per second for fast, accurate, and repeatable results. With Axon technology, each device accurately identifies alloy chemistry and grade ID in seconds for fast answers and increased productivity.

Revolutionary

Vanta analyzers give you the same accurate result every time from your first test to your hundredth test.

The Vanta series’ proprietary Axon^™ technology uses ultra-low-noise electronics enabling higher X-ray counts per second for fast, accurate, and repeatable results.

With Axon technology, each device accurately identifies alloy chemistry and grade ID in seconds for fast answers and increased productivity.

Productive For greater productivity, managers can create username and password sign-ins for each user. The user interface is customizable so that the most frequently used tests and functions appear on the home screen. This setup is easily pushed out to your entire fleet so you don’t waste time setting up each analyzer individually. Vanta analyzers maximize user throughput and make data archiving easy. Application-specific software features improve user productivity for a fast return on investment. Intuitive user interface (UI) to quickly navigate the device’s settings and software functions. Customize which software features and functions are displayed on the main screen. Data export is easy via a USB flash drive, Wireless LAN, or Bluetooth^®. Touch screen display that is clear, bright, and readable in any light. Ergonomic buttons and an industrial-grade, push-button joystick make it easy to navigate the UI with gloved hands. Optional 5-megapixel panoramic camera and a small spot collimator for detailed analysis of small pieces.

Productive

For greater productivity, managers can create username and password sign-ins for each user.

The user interface is customizable so that the most frequently used tests and functions appear on the home screen. This setup is easily pushed out to your entire fleet so you don’t waste time setting up each analyzer individually.

Vanta analyzers maximize user throughput and make data archiving easy. Application-specific software features improve user productivity for a fast return on investment.

Intuitive user interface (UI) to quickly navigate the device’s settings and software functions.
Customize which software features and functions are displayed on the main screen.
Data export is easy via a USB flash drive, Wireless LAN, or Bluetooth^®.
Touch screen display that is clear, bright, and readable in any light.
Ergonomic buttons and an industrial-grade, push-button joystick make it easy to navigate the UI with gloved hands.
Optional 5-megapixel panoramic camera and a small spot collimator for detailed analysis of small pieces.

Software Features

Software features that deliver fast ROI Vanta^™ analyzers for scrap sorting have innovative software features that are optimized for scrap sorting to maximize the analyzer’s already outstanding capabilities. SmartSort automatically extends or shorten test times to save time and provide the best possible match for aluminum grades. With SmartSort, both new and experienced employees get the same right answer fast: With SmartSort, Vanta analyzers: Provide aluminum grade results in as little as 1 second. Automatically lengthen or shorten test times based on material to save time. Knows when to extend testing to find aluminum in red metals or nickel grades. Grade Match Messaging Grade Match Messaging provides real-time and/or pop-up message sorting instructions for fast decision making. Real-time and/or pop-up messages with familiar trade or grade names or special handling instructions. Increase efficiency and throughput. Reduce user training. Streamline the sorting process by minimizing user decision-making. Easy Grade Comparison Compare close grades side-by-side to know which alloy is the best match with nominal and residual values. Automatically identify the likely presence of elements invisible to XRF based on grade specifications. Identify the presence of contaminant/residual elements in recycled metals that can compromise its value and/or downstream processing requirements. Set a maximum tolerated concentration for residual elements in grade families. Flag trace level contaminants without compromising or delaying fast, accurate, and conclusive grade matches.

Software features that deliver fast ROI

Vanta^™ analyzers for scrap sorting have innovative software features that are optimized for scrap sorting to maximize the analyzer’s already outstanding capabilities.

SmartSort automatically extends or shorten test times to save time and provide the best possible match for aluminum grades. With SmartSort, both new and experienced employees get the same right answer fast:

With SmartSort, Vanta analyzers:

Provide aluminum grade results in as little as 1 second.
Automatically lengthen or shorten test times based on material to save time.
Knows when to extend testing to find aluminum in red metals or nickel grades.

Grade Match Messaging

Grade Match Messaging provides real-time and/or pop-up message sorting instructions for fast decision making.

Real-time and/or pop-up messages with familiar trade or grade names or special handling instructions.
Increase efficiency and throughput.
Reduce user training.
Streamline the sorting process by minimizing user decision-making.

Easy Grade Comparison

Compare close grades side-by-side to know which alloy is the best match with nominal and residual values.

Automatically identify the likely presence of elements invisible to XRF based on grade specifications.
Identify the presence of contaminant/residual elements in recycled metals that can compromise its value and/or downstream processing requirements.
Set a maximum tolerated concentration for residual elements in grade families.
Flag trace level contaminants without compromising or delaying fast, accurate, and conclusive grade matches.

Custom Device Setup for Fleet Management

Every Vanta analyzer for scrap sorting has software features designed to improve return on investment:

Consistent data capture across their device fleet.
Customizable UI for multi-yard and multi-user sorting operations.
Unique username and password sign-in for each user.

Push custom device setups and specifications to an entire analyzer fleet.

Send data the cloud for greater productivity

Vanta analyzers make data archiving easy.

The Vanta software was created with scrap users in mind to improve productivity for fast sorting and return on investment:

Easy-to-use touch screen software interface.
Configurable UI.
Push-button joystick for use with gloved hands.
Integrated camera and a small spot collimator for detailed analysis of small pieces.

Specifications

Vanta™ Specifications

Dimensions (W x H x D)	Max and Core: 10.4 × 29.6 × 24.1 cm (4.1 × 11.6 × 9.5 in.)
Weight	Max: 1.9 kg (4.17 lb) with battery, 1.67 kg (3.67 lb) without battery Core: 1.85 kg (4.06 lb) with battery, 1.62 kg (3.56 lb) without battery
Excitation Source	4-watt X-ray tube with application-optimized anode material: rhodium (Rh) or silver (Ag) Max (Rh), Core (Ag): 8-50 KV; Core (Rh): 8–40 KV
Primary Beam Filtration	Max and Core: 8-position autoselected filter per beam per mode; optional collimation to 3 mm diameter beam spot
Detector	Max: Large-area silicon drift detector with graphene window Core: Silicon drift detector with graphene window
Power	Removable 14.4 V Li-ion battery (with hot-swap capability on Max only) or 18 V power transformer 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 70 W max
Display	800 × 480 (WVGA) LCD with capacitive touch screen supporting gesture control
Operating Environment	Temperature range for Max and Core: -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F), and continuous full duty cycle with optional fan Humidity: 10% to 90% relative humidity non-condensing
Drop Test	Military Standard 810-G 4-foot (1.3 M) drop test
IP Rating and Detector Shutter	Vanta Max: IP54^* dust protected and protected against water splashing from all directions Vanta Core: IP55^* dust protected and protected from low-pressure water jets from all directions Max and Core: Solid detector shutter to help prevent detector damage *In-use position
Pressure Correction	Max and Core: Built-in barometer for automatic altitude and air density correction
GPS	Max: Embedded GPS / GLONASS receiver
Operating System	Linux cloud enabled with user fleet manager capability
Data Storage	microSD™ slot with removable 1 GB industrial SD card included
USB	(2) USB 2.0 Type-A ports for accessories such as Wi-Fi^®, Bluetooth^®, and USB flash drives (1) USB 2.0 Type Mini-B port for connection to computer
Wi-Fi^®	Supports an 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) cable optional USB adapter
Bluetooth^®	Supports Bluetooth® with an optional USB adapter
Aiming Camera	Full VGA CMOS camera (optional)
Panorama Camera	13-megapixel CMOS camera with autofocus lens (optional)
Warranty	Max and Core: Three-year warranty
Selected Optional Accessories	Max and Core: Field Stand, Soil Foot, Holster, Work Station, Weld Mask, Hot Heel, and Probe Shield

*High temperature performance may vary due to electrical component availability.

Applications

Vanta^™ analyzers provide fast results in a diverse range of applications. Application-specific software features enable operators to get the most out of their analyzers with simplified report creation and traceable results.

Vanta for Car Catalyst Recycling

Vanta™ handheld XRF analyzers provide fast, accurate measurement of the valuable platinum group metals (PGMs) palladium (Pd), platinum (Pt), and rhodium (Rh) found in car catalytic converter material. On-the-spot measurements enable efficient sorting and price evaluation of catalyst scrap throughout the recycling circuit.

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Vanta for Environmental Assessments

Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for soils and sediment analysis provide fast, accurate environmental remediation and assessment data. Simple to use, Vanta analyzers are rugged for the most demanding field applications.

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Vanta for Manufacturing Quality Control/Assurance

Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for manufacturing QA/QC provide highly specific material chemistry to quickly and accurately identify pure metals and alloy grades when material accuracy is critical.

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Vanta for Mining & Geochemistry

Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for mining and geochemistry provide immediate on-site elemental analysis for geochemical exploration, mining grade control, ore processing, and remediation.

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Vanta for Scrap Recycling

Vanta handheld XRF devices for recycling and scrap sorting are IP55 or 54-rated, depending on the model, to withstand rain, dirt, and dust and are drop tested using U.S. Department of Defense methods (MIL-STD-810G) to help prevent breakages and maximize uptime in the toughest scrap yards.

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Vanta for PMI

Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for PMI provide highly specific material chemistry to quickly and accurately identify alloy grades to help ensure correct alloy installation in critical locations.

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Vanta for Regulatory and Safety Screening

Vanta handheld XRF analyzers are used to ensure compliance with RoHS and local or international regulatory laws. Vanta analyzers provide on-the-spot chemical analysis of consumer products to quickly scan for Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr, and Br.

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Vanta for Precious Metals Analysis

Vanta handheld XRF analyzers for precious metals provide fast, accurate alloy chemistry and karat classification for identifying gold, platinum, silver, and rhodium in jewelry analysis and car catalyst recycling.

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Accessories

The Vanta™ analyzer is our most advanced handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) device. IP certified and drop tested, the robust Vanta XRF analyzer provides you with rapid, accurate element analysis for laboratory-quality results in the field.

Olympus offers a suite of optional accessories that help you maximize the efficiency of your Vanta analyzer in a range of applications.

Vanta Work Station

The portable Vanta Work Station is battery operated for testing on the go. A fully interlocked lid and 360-degree shielding make it convenient for bagged, prepped, and liquid samples or small objects, including jewelry and circuit boards. In this closed-beam setup, users operate the analyzer using Vanta PC software or the Vanta mobile app.

The portable Vanta Work Station is effective for a variety of applications:

Geo exploration
Mining process control
RoHS/consumer products
Environmental analysis

The Work Station’s stable platform enables longer test times. It gives you the freedom to start a test in the Work Station and complete other tasks while the Vanta instrument performs the analysis. You can be confident that the sample is stable and its position is reproducible, helping ensure high-quality data and efficient sample throughput.

Easy to Use

Simply click the Vanta analyzer into place, and release it with the press of a button
Balanced lid system to prevent slamming
Easy sample placement—no front wall or lip obstruction
Control the Vanta analyzer and transfer data wirelessly or via a USB cable

Portable

Battery or AC powered for benchtop or field use
Easy to transport and set up
Chamber and legs separate for easy storage
Optional carrying case

Designed for Safety

Fully shielded and interlocked chamber: 107 mm × 178 mm × 179 mm (4.2 in. × 7 in. × 7 in.)
Radiation warning LEDs are large, clear, and prominent

Small Footprint

36.6 mm × 33 mm (14.4 in. × 13 in.)

Other Vanta Accessories

Vanta Holster

Keep your Vanta analyzer safe and secure and within easy reach with the Vanta Holster. The Holster has a strap with a fastener to secure the instrument, MOLLE/PALS webbing for additional attachment options, and brass shielding.

	Vanta Probe Shield The Probe Shield provides additional shielding from backscattered radiation from testing low-density samples. This accessory provides an increased measure of protection by reducing the X-ray backscatter in the direction of the user during a test. Learn more about this accessory: Watch the Video

Vanta Probe Shield

The Probe Shield provides additional shielding from backscattered radiation from testing low-density samples. This accessory provides an increased measure of protection by reducing the X-ray backscatter in the direction of the user during a test.

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Vanta Hot Heel

For testing high-temperature piping or equipment up to 900 °F (480 °C), the Hot Heel minimizes heat transfer to the Vanta analyzer while reducing surface contamination. The Hot Heel kit includes high-temperature measurement windows.

Video: How to Install the Vanta Hot Heel

	Vanta Weld Mask The Weld Mask prevents interference from the base metal when analyzing weld beads. This accessory replaces the Vanta analyzer’s faceplate and collimates the beam to a 3 mm wide slot for rapid analysis of weld beads. Learn more about weld analysis with Vanta Handheld XRF: Watch the Video How to Install the Weld Mask

Vanta Weld Mask

The Weld Mask prevents interference from the base metal when analyzing weld beads. This accessory replaces the Vanta analyzer’s faceplate and collimates the beam to a 3 mm wide slot for rapid analysis of weld beads.

Learn more about weld analysis with Vanta Handheld XRF:

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How to Install the Weld Mask