Carbon and sulfur analyzer for inorganic samples

Achieves precise carbon and sulfur measurement in varied inorganic materials by utilizing advanced induction furnace technology, crucial for ensuring material quality and compliance with industry standards.

The ELEMENTRAC CS-i from ELTRA GmbH is a precision elemental analyzer designed for measuring carbon and sulfur in predominantly inorganic samples. Utilizing a high-temperature induction furnace and infrared absorption, it ensures complete decomposition and accurate analysis over a wide concentration range. Ideal for industries like construction materials and metallurgy, it supports applications from aircraft components to structural steel beams. The system is capable of processing solid and powder samples with up to four IR cells configurable to customer needs. Integrated with ELEMENTS software, it enhances automation and data handling, providing seamless integration into continuous operations. The robust design, along with features like a heated dust trap and optional autoloader, ensures low maintenance and high throughput. Available configurations and optional components allow for tailored solutions, such as halogen traps for high sulfur content and special setups for cement analysis.

Benefits

  • Ensures precise analysis of low-melting metals, enhancing material quality control in manufacturing.
  • Reduces maintenance time with front-accessible chemical arrangement, increasing usability.
  • Provides reliable sulfur detection through heated dust traps, improving measurement accuracy.
  • Customizable IR cells allow for tailored sensitivity, accommodating a wide concentration range.
  • Supports efficient high-speed operations, optimizing production line integration.
Applications
Steel,Minerals,Cement,Slag,Glass,Carbides,Soil,Ceramics,Limestone,Silicon,Ferroalloys,Metals,Refractory metals,Sand,Cast iron,Ores,Aluminum,Ashes,Gypsum,Iron,Copper,Alloys
End products
Nickel-chromium superalloys,Welding rods,Silicon solar panels,Refractory blocks,Ceramic tiles,Glass bottles,Carbon steel plates,Semiconductor wafers,Gypsum board,Construction steel bars,Structural steel beams,Aircraft components,Concrete mixture,Electronic chips,Beverage cans,Mineral powders,Cookware sets,Metal alloys for automotive,Ore concentrates
Steps before
Sample Preparation,Weighing,Accelerator Addition
Steps after
Data Export,Sample Report Generation,Result Analysis
Input ingredients
inorganic samples,ceramic crucibles,oxygen,accelerators like tungsten,low-melting metals,material samples (e.g.,alloys,aluminum,cast iron,cement,ceramics,copper,ferroalloys,glass,gypsum,iron,limestone,metals,minerals,ores,refractory metals,sand,silicon,slag,soil,steel)
Output ingredients
carbon dioxide (CO2),sulfur dioxide (SO2),carbon monoxide (CO),sulfur trioxide (SO3),report,data export
Detection Method
Solid State Infrared Absorption
Sample Weight Range
50 mg to 1000 mg
Analysis Temperature
Above 2000 °C
Number of IR Cells
1 - 4
Analysis Time
40 seconds (nominal)
Gas Requirements
Compressed Air 4 bar/60 psi,Oxygen 99.5% Pure 2 - 4 bar / 30 - 60 psi
Power Requirements
230 V,50/60 Hz,max. 15 A,3450 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
52 x 84 x 75 cm
Weight
~ 150 kg
Chemicals Required
Magnesium Perchlorate,Platinum-based Catalyst,Sodium Hydroxide
Optional Accessories
Autoloader (36 crucibles),HTF-540 Pre-heating Furnace,Carrier Gas Purification
Functional Principle
Combustion in Pure Oxygen Atmosphere
Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Changeover time
Quick setup via ELEMENTS software
CIP/SIP
Manual cleaning
Energy efficiency
Low energy due to efficient combustion process
Cleaning method
Manual
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
Elemental Analysis Range
0.6 ppm to more than 6 %
ASTM Standards
ASTM E1019
ISO Standards
DIN EN ISO 15350
Machine footprint
52 x 84 x 75 cm
Weight
~ 150 kg
Sample carriage
Ceramic crucibles
Cuvette length
Variable
Infrared cells
1 - 4
Furnace alignment
Vertical
Sample volume
50 mg to 1000 mg
Discharge method
N/A (not explicitly mentioned)
IR Cell Configuration
1-4 IR cells
IR Cuvette Material
Aluminum / Optional Gold
Halogen Trap
Optional
Auto Sample Loader
36 to 130 crucible positions
TIC Module
Optional
Market info
ELTRA Elemental Analysers is renowned for producing high-quality elemental analyzers, specializing in precise carbon, sulfur, oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen measurement in inorganic samples. Their reputation is built on reliability and accuracy in analytical instrumentation.