XRF vs LIBS vs OES: Which Technology Do You Actually Need?
When XRF is enough, when you need LIBS for carbon, and when only OES will satisfy your spec.
AlloySpec is a US reseller of handheld XRF and LIBS analyzers. We sell new and certified pre-owned units, rent by the week or the month (1-week minimum), and take trade-ins on what you already own. We carry Thermo Niton, SciAps, Bruker, Hitachi, Evident, and Spectro.
Whether you need a unit for a single shutdown or a permanent QC program, we'll set you up.
New units configured for your application, or certified pre-owned analyzers ready for the field. Ships within 48 hours.
Weekly and monthly rentals (1-week minimum) for shutdowns, one-off projects, or evaluating before purchase. Rental credit applies toward purchase within 90 days.
Sell us the analyzer you already own for cash, or apply its value as credit toward an upgrade. Older XL2, XL3, X-MET, Vanta, and TITAN units welcome.
Five quick questions about what you're testing, when you need it, and how you'd like to acquire it. A specialist will follow up within one business day with the right next step.
No spam, no marketing list. Your answers go straight to a specialist who handles the kind of work you're doing — they'll follow up within one business day.
Your information goes straight to our sales team — not a marketing list. We'll respond within one business day, usually much sooner.
From refinery PMI to precious-metals assay, we'll point you to the right instrument for the job.
Verify alloys on piping, valves, welds, and fittings. API 578 workflows for refining, power, chemical.
Non-destructive Au, Ag, Pt, Pd assay for jewelers, refiners, and pawnbrokers.
Refinery turnarounds, pipeline PMI, FAC surveys, and sulfur in crude.
Sort stainless, red metals, and exotics in under 3 seconds at the bale or conveyor.
Grade control, drill core logging, soil geochem — fast field readings.
EPA-compliant XRF screening for HUD/RRP lead-paint inspections.
Skip the back-and-forth. Tell us a little about your project and we'll get the right specialist on the line — whether you're buying, renting, or just scoping options.
No-fluff guides from people who've tested every instrument we sell.
When XRF is enough, when you need LIBS for carbon, and when only OES will satisfy your spec.
Warranty, detector life, calibration history, and resale value — what actually matters.
Before you sign — five checks that prevent hidden costs and instrument problems.