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Vanta™ Handheld XRF Analyzer

Identify materials and their chemistry in seconds—anywhere. Vanta handheld XRF analyzers pair fast, accurate elemental analysis with rugged construction, modern connectivity, and intuitive software so you can move confident decisions out of the lab and into the field.

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The Vanta series delivers rapid, reliable material ID and elemental analysis across metals, mining, and environmental workflows. Choose Vanta Max, Vanta Core, or Vanta Element/Element-S to match performance and budget. All models share a durable, field-ready design with a bright touchscreen, removable battery power, and Linux-based, cloud-enabled software. Ergonomic balance reduces hand fatigue for all-day use, and a proven drop test and IP54/IP55 ingress protection help keep you working in tough conditions. Optional cameras, accessories, and a three-year warranty round out a low cost of ownership.

Why Vanta (Highlights)

Comfortable & Rugged – Balanced handle, secure grip, MIL-STD-810G 1.2 m drop test, and IP54/IP55 protection support all-day testing with fewer interruptions.
Faster, Repeatable Results – Proprietary Axon™ Technology uses ultra-low-noise electronics to increase count rate for fast, precise, test-to-test (and instrument-to-instrument) repeatability.
Streamlined Workflow – Modern UI, optional browser access, and automatic software updates help maximize throughput and reduce training time.
Smarter Software Tools – Features like SmartSort (adaptive test time), grade match messaging, nominal value and residual libraries, on-screen grade comparison, and Empirical Mode support advanced analysis and faster decisions.
Connected & Cloud-Ready – Optional Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® for device/cloud access (Evident Connect), plus GPS* tagging and image capture for complete reports.
*GPS on Vanta Max.

Model Snapshot

Vanta Max – Highest analytical capability; ideal for mining exploration, mineral/soil testing, and environmental analysis.
Vanta Core – Analytical excellence with faster testing; alloy ID, metals, and precious metals.
Vanta Element / Element-S – Fast, practical analysis for affordable alloy ID and metals; Element-S adds a light-element option.

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Specification

Size & Weight

Dimensions (W×H×D): 10.4 × 29.6 × 24.1 cm ( 4.1 × 11.6 × 9.5 in )
Max: 1.90 / 1.67 kg (with/without battery) • Core: 1.85 / 1.62 kg • Element-S: 1.84 / 1.61 kg • Element: 1.71 / 1.48 kg

X-ray Tube (application-optimized anode)

Max: 4 W, 8–50 kV, Rh anode
Core: 4 W, 8–50 kV Ag; 8–40 kV Rh or W
Element-S: 4 W, 8–50 kV Ag anode
Element: 2 W, 8–35 kV W anode

Beam Filtration

Max/Core: 8-position auto-selected filter; optional 3 mm collimation
Element-S: 4-position filter wheel • Element: fixed Al filter

Detector

Silicon drift detector (SDD) with high-sensitivity graphene window

Power

Removable 14.4 V Li-ion battery (hot-swap on Max only) or 18 V power transformer (100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 70 W max)

Display & OS

800×480 WVGA capacitive touchscreen (gesture) • Linux OS with cloud-enabled fleet manager

Connectivity & I/O

microSD slot (1 GB card included) • 2× USB-A, 1× USB Mini-B • Optional Wi-Fi® (802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz) and Bluetooth® adapters

Cameras (options)

Aiming camera (VGA CMOS) on Max/Core • Panorama camera 13 MP autofocus (optional)

Operating Environment

Max/Core: −10 °C to 50 °C (supports continuous full duty with optional fan)
Element: −10 °C to 45 °C • Humidity 10–90% RH (non-condensing)
MIL-STD-810G 1.2 m drop test

Ingress & Protection

Max/Element: IP54 (in-use) • Core: IP55 (in-use)
Max/Core: solid detector shutter

Pressure & Location

Max/Core: built-in barometer for auto altitude/air-density correction
Max: embedded GPS/GLONASS

Warranty

Three-year warranty

Selected Accessories

Max/Core: Field Stand, Soil Foot, Holster, Work Station, Weld Mask, Hot Heel, Probe Shield
Element: Field Stand, Soil Foot, Holster

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Vanta™ Handheld XRF Analyzer

Why Vanta (Highlights)

Model Snapshot

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