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XRD Specification

The XRD

Philips PW1800:

Powder diffraction for qualitative identification of minerals in all rock types.

Step and continuous scan capability and variable speed sample spinning. The system is used in conjunction with the PC-APD and PC- IDENTIFY software.

Software:

  • Siroquant V2.5 phase analysis software
  • Data conversion software that will convert Philips PC-APD file formats into ASCII text format.

Support equipment includes:

  • Rock cutting and grinding equipment
  • micronising mill
  • spray dryer

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