Hitachi Hitech Analytical Science Instrument Launches Foundry Master OES

Hitachi Hitech Anytical Science Instruments further strengthens its product offering with FOUNDRY-MASTER Pro2 (FMP2), a Superior metals analysis without compromise. 
October 2017

Hitachi Hitech Analytical Science Instruments has further enhanced its product offering with the launch of FOUNDRY-MASTER Pro2. This unique combination of performance and efficiency makes FOUNDRY-MASTER Pro2 the analysis instrument of choice for the metals industry. FMP2 recently launched in October 2017. Based on optical emission spectroscopy, is a metals analyser engineered to deliver superior analysis at every stage, without compromising your productivity. Thanks to its near constant availability and high resolution dynamic detector you can get detailed results quicker, minimising production downtime and costly errors. 

Extended features for more demanding applications

Seamless quality control is essential throughout the metals industry, from trace element analysis in scrap metal, to incoming materials inspection, melt process control and goods issue. The FOUNDRY-MASTER Pro2 optical emission spectrometer is a metals analyser designed with

• Performance optimized in comparison to the earlier model FMP.
• Incorporates two new technologies. - New type of detector (CMOS instead of CCD) and Low pressure argon purged optical compartment.
• New master calibrations.
• Optimized argon flow management in spark stand 
• CMOS chip type instead of CCD
• 4096 pixel per chip (old chip 2048 pixel)
• Improved pixel resolution (7 pm)
• Improved quantum efficiency - More stable behavior at LOD – level, follows the statistical rules in terms of precision, less “dark current jumps” observed.
• Smart algorithm for position calculation

Self-diagnostics and ease of use

The intuitive user interface and numerous features of the FOUNDRY-MASTER Pro2 make analysis work easy. Just place the sample on the spark stand, start the measurement and read the result. The extremely low detection limits for various applications, particularly carbon and nitrogen analysis in iron and steel, offer superior results in QA/QC and melt process control.

• Maximum availability, minimum downtime.
• Excellent long-term stability, precision and accuracy.
• Increased productivity with higher sample throughput.
• Low cost of ownership with optimised power and argon consumption.
• Includes largest metals database on the market for fast and easy grade identification.
• Method for determination of soluble and insoluble aluminium available.