SciAps Z-903 Handheld LIBS Analyzer

Overview: Complete Elemental Analysis in the Field

The SciAps Z-903 represents a new class of portable spectroscopy instruments, equipped with an extended spectrometer range of 190 nm to 950 nm that enables detection of emission lines across the periodic table, including light elements such as H, F, N, O, Li, Br, Cl, Cs, Rb, and S — many of which are difficult or impossible to measure with other portable techniques. 

Unlike handheld XRF units, the Z-903’s LIBS technology uses a powerful laser to ablate a microscopic region on the sample, creating a plasma whose light emissions are captured and analyzed in real-time. This allows complete elemental micro-analysis without extensive sample preparation. 

Core Features & Technology

True Elemental Coverage

• Full periodic table detection (H to U) with extended optical range. 

• Detects both light (e.g., H, Li, B, C, N) and heavier elements with high precision. 

Advanced Spectroscopy

• Spectrometer range: 190 nm – 950 nm for comprehensive elemental coverage. 

• High-energy pulsed laser drives plasma formation with excellent signal quality. 

• Dual integrated cameras for accurate targeting, sample preview, and photo-documentation of results. 

• Raster analysis with a laser spot size (~100 µm) allows detailed elemental mapping and micro-analysis. 

Software & Control

• Android OS platform with intuitive app-driven interface for configuration, data review, and result comparison. 

• User control of laser pattern, spectrometer settings and cleaning shots. 

• Profile Builder software support for advanced calibration, custom methods, and report generation. 

Connectivity & Data Management

• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB-C enabled for real-time data exporting and seamless integration with information systems. 

• Onboard storage: large onboard memory for results and spectral data. 

Performance & Portability

• Lightweight, rugged design suitable for field use. 

• Designed for minimal sample prep and rapid analysis — results in seconds. 

Typical Applications

The SciAps Z-903 LIBS Analyzer is widely used across industries where rapid, accurate elemental analysis is essential:

• 🪨 Mineral exploration & geochemistry: detect lithium, rare earths, and trace elements directly on site. 

• 🛠 Industrial quality control: verify material composition in metals, alloys, ceramics, and composites. 

• ⚖️ Forensics & authentication: elemental fingerprinting of evidence and artifacts. 

• 🔍 Environmental & soil analysis: field screening of soils, sediments, and contamination. 

• ⛽ Oil & gas exploration: characterize formation geochemistry and trace elements. 

This analyzer excels where other portable elemental technologies fall short, providing access to a broader suite of detectable elements with micro-analysis capability on small or heterogeneous samples. 

FAQ

What is LIBS technology?

Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) uses a high-energy laser pulse to vaporize a tiny area of the sample into a plasma. The wavelengths emitted by the plasma are analyzed to determine elemental composition. 

Can the Z-903 detect all elements?

Yes — with its extended spectrometer range of 190 nm to 950 nm, the Z-903 can measure virtually all elements in the periodic table, from hydrogen to uranium. 

Is sample preparation required?

Minimal to none — the Z-903 is designed for field use with little sample prep, delivering results in seconds. 

Can results be exported?

Absolutely — built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and USB-C facilitate data export and integration with reporting systems. 

Call to Action

Bring lab-grade elemental analysis into the field with the SciAps Z-903 Handheld LIBS Analyzer — contact Seven Star LLC for pricing, availability, and application support.