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Precious Metal Tester

What is A Precious Metal Tester

A Precious Metal Tester is a specialized instrument designed to accurately determine the purity and elemental composition of precious metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Utilizing advanced technologies such as X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), these testers provide non-destructive analysis, instantly yielding precise karatage and identifying other alloying elements. They are indispensable tools for jewelers, refiners, pawn shops, and anyone requiring reliable authentication and valuation of precious metal items without causing any damage.

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Video Overview of How to Use A Precious Metal Tester

Below is a video overview of how to use a precious metal tester, watch it carefully to learn more!

Precious Metal Tester Made by VRAY

VRAY is a top-tier Precious Metal Tester manufacturer and supplier from China, renowned for providing high-quality Precious Metal Testers for sale at factory prices. Our advanced XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) technology ensures that you can buy the best Precious Metal Tester for accurate, non-destructive analysis of gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and other precious alloys.

Features of VRAY Precious Metal Testers (with detailed specifications):

Our range of Precious Metal Testers is engineered for precision, speed, and reliability, catering to diverse needs from mobile buying to high-volume laboratory analysis.

Handheld Precious Metal Testers:

  • VRAY VR-H5 (Handheld Precious Metal Tester / XRF Gun):

    • Portability: Ultra-lightweight at 1.6 kg (with battery), enabling comfortable extended use in the field.

    • Detector: Equipped with a high-performance, customized Si-Pin detector (from USA), ensuring excellent resolution for elemental separation.

    • X-ray Tube: Features a powerful 50KV/200μA (adjustable) X-ray tube with a durable tungsten (W) target.

    • Accuracy: Achieves remarkable 0.03% accuracy for 9999 gold, providing precise karatage and purity readings.

    • Screen: Intuitive 4.3" industrial resistive touch screen for easy navigation and data display.

    • Battery Life: Approximately 8 hours of continuous operation on a single charge, ideal for full-day work.

    • Data Management: 32GB internal storage, with versatile data transfer options including USB, Bluetooth, and WIFI.

    • Safety: Incorporates active radiation protection and a gravity sensing system for automatic X-ray shutdown upon falling.

  • VRAY VR-M5 (Portable Precious Metal Tester):

    • Portability: More robust yet still highly portable at 4.1 kg.

    • Detector: Utilizes a high-performance, imported Si-Pin detector (from USA).

    • X-ray Tube: Powerful X-ray tube up to 50KV/200μA (4W max excitation power) with a tungsten target.

    • Accuracy: Provides 0.05% accuracy for 9999 gold.

    • Screen: Features a larger 5.7" foldable color touch screen for enhanced viewing.

    • Camera: Includes a built-in 5-megapixel high-definition CMOS color camera for clear sample imaging and documentation.

    • Connectivity: Offers ample storage with USB, Bluetooth, WIFI, and direct internet connection capabilities for remote support.

Benchtop Precious Metal Tester

Benchtop Precious Metal Tester

  • VRAY VR-T7 (Flagship Desktop Precious Metal Tester):

    • Accuracy: Delivers unparalleled 0.01% accuracy for 9999 gold, setting the industry standard.

    • Detector: Equipped with a top-tier high-sensitivity SDD (Silicon Drift Detector) for ultra-low detection limits and superior elemental resolution.

    • X-ray Tube: Powerful 50W (50 kV, 1mA) micro-focused beryllium window X-ray tube.

    • Collimator: Features a fine ϕ1.5mm collimator for precise micro-area analysis.

    • Sample Chamber: Large 320 x 480 x 130mm chamber with a manual XY sample platform for precise positioning.

    • Camera: High-resolution 5-million-pixel CMOS color camera with adjustable 40x-160x magnification.

  • VRAY VR-S7 (Integrated High-Precision Desktop Precious Metal Tester):

    • Accuracy: Achieves 0.01% accuracy for 9999 gold.

    • Detector: Utilizes a high-sensitivity SDD detector.

    • Integrated PC: Features an inbuilt Intel i5-1035G7 Windows 11 computer, providing a complete, standalone analytical workstation.

    • Screen: Large 11.6" integrated touchscreen for a streamlined user experience.

  • VRAY VR-X5 (Value-Oriented Desktop Precious Metal Tester):

    • Accuracy: Offers reliable 0.05% accuracy for 9999 gold.

    • Detector: Uses a customized Si-Pin detector.

    • Integrated PC: Comes with an inbuilt Intel i5 3320M computer.

    • Typical Price Point: Competitively priced in the $10,000-$11,000 range, offering excellent performance for its cost.

  • VRAY VR-T6 (Reliable Desktop Precious Metal Tester):

    • Accuracy: Provides 0.03% accuracy for 9999 gold.

    • Detector: Features a customized Si-Pin detector from USA.

    • Integrated PC & Screen: Includes an inbuilt i5-1035G7 Windows 11 computer and an 11.6" touchscreen.

  • VRAY VR-S6 (Compact Desktop Precious Metal Tester):

    • Accuracy: Delivers 0.03% accuracy for 9999 gold.

    • Detector: Employs a customized Si-Pin detector from USA.

    • Integrated PC & Screen: Features an inbuilt i5-1035G7 Windows 11 computer and an 11.6" touchscreen, designed for smaller spaces.

When you choose VRAY, you're investing in a Precious Metal Tester that delivers superior analytical capabilities, backed by our expertise as a dedicated Precious Metal Tester manufacturer and your trusted Precious Metal Tester supplier.

Applications of Precious Metal Tester

Precious Metal Testers, primarily utilizing X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) technology, are indispensable tools across numerous sectors due to their ability to provide accurate and non-destructive elemental analysis of precious metals.

  1. Jewelry Retail & Pawn Shops: Crucial for immediate, accurate karat identification (e.g., 10K, 14K, 18K, 24K) and verifying the composition of gold, silver, platinum, and palladium items. This ensures fair pricing for buyers and sellers, and authenticates pieces against fakes or plated items.

  2. Gold Refining & Recycling: Essential for quickly assessing the purity of incoming scrap, doré bars, and other gold-bearing materials, optimizing the refining process, and guaranteeing the quality of the refined product.

  3. Bullion & Coin Dealers: Used to verify the authenticity and precise purity of gold and silver bars, coins, and investment-grade precious metal products, protecting against counterfeits.

  4. Manufacturing Quality Control: Manufacturers of gold components, plated items, or dental alloys use these testers to verify alloy composition, coating thickness, and identify contaminants, ensuring product quality and compliance.

  5. Customs & Border Security: Aid authorities in rapidly screening precious metal shipments, detecting undeclared valuables, and combating smuggling activities.

Applications of Precious Metal Tester

How to Use a Precious Metal Tester

Using a Precious Metal Tester (specifically an XRF model) is a straightforward process, designed for efficiency and safety.

  1. Preparation: Power on the tester and allow it to complete its self-calibration. Ensure the surface of the precious metal item is clean and free of dirt, oils, or heavy oxidation, which could affect accuracy.

  2. Safety First: Always follow the manufacturer's safety instructions. For handheld units, ensure the tester's nose is pressed firmly against the sample. Desktop units have safety interlocks to prevent X-ray exposure when the chamber is open.

  3. Sample Placement: Place the precious metal item directly against the tester's measurement window. For rings or oddly shaped items, ensure the part being analyzed is flat against the window. For desktop models, place the item in the sample chamber.

  4. Select Test Mode: Choose the appropriate testing mode (e.g., "Gold," "Precious Metals," "Jewelry") from the tester's software interface.

  5. Initiate Analysis: Press the "start" button or pull the trigger. The test usually takes only a few seconds. Keep the item steady during analysis.

  6. Review Results: The tester will display the karatage, elemental composition (e.g., % gold, silver, copper), and often a pass/fail indication directly on its screen. Save or print reports as needed.

How to Use a Precious Metal Tester

Technology Support for Precious Metal Tester by VRAY

VRAY offers comprehensive technology support for our Precious Metal Testers to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. Our dedicated support includes:

  1. Remote Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Many of our Precious Metal Testers (e.g., VR-H5, VR-M5, VR-S7, VR-T7) feature Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing our technical experts to remotely access the device for diagnostics, software updates, and troubleshooting. This enables rapid problem resolution without needing an on-site visit.

  2. Software Updates: We provide regular software updates to enhance performance, add new features, improve calibration algorithms, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Updates can often be pushed remotely.

  3. Calibration & Certification: Support for routine calibration procedures to maintain accuracy. We also offer guidance on obtaining necessary certifications for your Precious Metal Tester.

  4. Training & Documentation: Comprehensive user manuals, video tutorials, and remote training sessions are available to help users maximize the potential of their Precious Metal Tester.

  5. Spare Parts & Repairs: A readily available supply of genuine spare parts and expert repair services from our factory ensures quick turnaround times for any hardware issues.

Emergency Incident Handling for Precious Metal Tester

In the event of an emergency or critical issue with your Precious Metal Tester, VRAY has a structured response plan to minimize disruption:

  1. 24/7 Technical Hotline: Customers have access to a dedicated technical support hotline available around the clock for immediate assistance with critical issues.

  2. Rapid Remote Response: For issues that can be resolved remotely, our technicians will initiate a remote diagnostic session within minutes of receiving an emergency call, leveraging the XRF tester's connectivity features.

  3. Expedited On-Site Service: If remote resolution isn't possible, we prioritize dispatching a certified service technician for on-site support. Our goal is to have a technician at your location as quickly as possible to diagnose and rectify the problem.

  4. Loaner Program: For major repairs that require the Precious Metal Tester to be sent back to the factory, we offer a loaner program to ensure your operations can continue uninterrupted.

  5. Comprehensive Issue Logging: Every emergency incident is thoroughly logged and tracked from initial contact to resolution, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement in our support services.

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