Analysis of ultra-low sulfur in diesel fuels according to ASTM2622-16 with Thermo Scientific ARL PERFORM'X 2500 XRF spectrometer

APPLICATION NOTE Introduction Regulatory vehicle emissions limits for sulfur content of petroleum-based fuels are decreasing in allowable concentration levels around the globe. This trend stems for the environmental concern regarding pollutants such as sulfur oxides (SOx) and fine particulate matter…

APPLICATION NOTE Introduction Regulatory vehicle emissions limits for sulfur content of petroleum-based fuels are decreasing in allowable concentration levels around the globe. This trend stems for the environmental concern regarding pollutants such as sulfur oxides (SOx) and fine particulate matter…

APPLICATION NOTE Christopher R. Shaffer, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Ecublens, Switzerland Key words ARL PERFORM’X 4200 W, Corrosion prevention, Diesel fuels, X-ray fluorescence, XRF Goal A quick and simple analysis of nickel and vanadium in fuels using WDXRF as a direct…

APPLICATION NOTE Introduction Analysis of heavy metals and toxic elements as traces in aqueous solutions is becoming increasingly important in view of the environmental concerns. Such analysis demands high sensitivity and accuracy of measurement. The analysis of liquids can be…