Sigma Instruments/ Sohm Technologies

A Portable Metal Analyzer, often handheld XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) or LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy), is a compact, non-destructive device for rapid, on-site elemental analysis, identifying metal alloys and compositions in seconds for quality control, scrap sorting, and manufacturing, providing lab-level accuracy in the field. These devices work by exciting sample atoms with X-rays or lasers, measuring the emitted energy, and displaying results on a screen, featuring user-friendly interfaces, rugged designs, and battery power for field use.