Advanced Solutions for Mining and Metallurgy
How To Guide
Published: June 17, 2025

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As global demand for minerals and critical metals continues to rise, the role of exploration, mining and refining will only become more important in shaping the future of global sustainable economies.
Robust instruments and optimized sample preparation workflows are crucial for the success of ore and mineral analysis.
This guide highlights a complete portfolio of spectroscopy, chromatography and mass spectrometry solutions that support efficient analysis at each step, from exploration to refining.
Download this guide to explore analytical solutions for:
- Valuable ore identification
- Impurity detection and ensuring quality standards
- Wastewater control
Maximize Your Laboratory’s Productivity in Mining and Metallurgy
FOR MINING AND
ADVANCED SOLUTIONS
METALLURGY
The mining and metallurgy sectors are continuously
evolving, shaped by various technological, geopolitical,
and environmental factors. From exploration to refining,
routine and advanced analysis of mining and metallurgy
samples is necessary.
PerkinElmer’s portfolio of testing solutions is designed to
deliver improved efficiency, cost reduction, and enhance
safety. Our rugged and reliable solutions are designed
to cope with the often corrosive nature of exploration
and mining samples – whilst giving you high sample
throughput and fast turnaround times when you need it.
Identify Valuable Ores
Detect Impurities
Monitor Production Value Chain
Provide Wastewater Control
Ensure Quality Standards in Final Products
CHALLENGES AND ANALYSIS OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION
DRILL AND BLAST:
Pulling the ore out
of the earth
REFINE: Cleaning
the minerals
and metals
CRUSH AND MILL:
Extracting minerals
from the ore
SEPARATE: Isolating
minerals from the
waste rock
EXPLORE: Finding
high-quality ore
6STEPS IN THE MINING PROCESS
Heavy Equipment and Operation
In addition to your mining needs, our lubricant-testing and wear-metal analysis solutions ensure
your mining operation is constantly running smoothly – from drilling to final distribution.
Solutions from Crust to Core
Sample prep for all steps include acid digestion using Sample Preparation Blocks (SPB),
Microwave Digestions (Titan MPS) or Fusion.
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Analysis Technique Explore Drill
and Blast
Crush
and Mill Separate
Metal Analysis AAS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS ï ï ï ï ï
Ionic Leach ICP-OES, ICP-MS ï ï ï
Selected Elements FIMS, FIAS, AAS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS ï ï ï
Halogens LC-ICP-MS ï ï
Loss on Ignition TGA ï ï
Clay Characterization UV-Vis, ICP-MS ï ï
Mineral Characterization NIR ï ï
Analytical
Testing from
Crust to Core
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
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INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
PerkinElmer atomic spectroscopy analytical instruments play a crucial role in the exploration, extraction, and quality control of minerals and metals.
These tools help identify valuable ores, monitor environmental impacts, and ensure the final product meets quality standards. Routine and special
analysis of mining samples is necessary for the feed (crushed ore), the tails (waste ore after processing) and the concentrate (final product).
ATOMIC SPECTROSCOPY GUIDE
AAS
Webpage: AAS
Brochure: PinAAcle 500
Brochure: PinAAcle 900
PinAAcle™ Series
World’s first completely corrosion-resistant
atomic absorption spectrometer.
ICP-MS
Webpage: NexION ICP-MS Series
Brochure: NexION 1100
Brochure: NexION 2200
Brochure: NexION 5000
NexION® Series
The most robust and versatile quadrupole
ICP-MS platform.
ICP-OES
Webpage: Avio® Max ICP-OES Series
Brochure: Avio Max Series
Application Note: Geochemical Sample
Analysis on Avio 560
Our popular and comprehensive
ATOMIC SPECTROSCOPY GUIDE
will help you select solutions
to best suit your specific needs and applications.
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ICP-MS
Multi-Quad ICP-MS
FAAS
ICP-OES– Axial
ICP-OES – Radial
GFAAS
Hydride Generation AA
≥12
Atomic Spectroscopy - A Guide to Selecting the Appropriate Technique and System
WORLD LEADER IN AA,
ICP-OES AND ICP-MS
Avio® Max Series
The most reliable and cost efficient
ICP-OES platform.
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Sample preparation is a crucial step in the process of analyzing the composition of ores and materials extracted from mines. Proper sample
preparation ensures accurate assay results, which are essential for determining the quality and value of the mineral deposit, as well as for making
decisions about further processing and production.
For metals analysis, PerkinElmer offers Sample Preparation Blocks (SPB) and Microwave Preparation Systems (MPS) with various capacities and a
wide range of automated control options.
SAMPLE PREPARATION
Sample Preparation and Automation
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SPB BLOCK SYSTEMS
PTFE-coated graphite resists aggressive corrosive attack
Ideal for any method which requires a temperature below 180°C
Provides uniform temperature (±1.0°C across the block)
Delivers even sample evaporation
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MICROWAVE SYSTEMS
High pressure vessel options available
Reliable temp (DTC) and pressure (DPC) control
Faster preparation in fraction of time required for block systems
Top-loading design and fume-collection
Intuitive software with remote control capability
Vessel warranty protection
PRODUCT INFO
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
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Analytical Instruments
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INTRODUCTION
EXPLORATION
As global demand for minerals continues to rise, particularly for critical metals needed in renewable energy technologies, the role of mining exploration will
only become more important in shaping the future of the mining industry and the global economy.
Exploration relies on efficient and accurate analysis so that mining and contract laboratories can identify resources more cost-efficiently and with reduced
environmental impact. We deliver solutions that optimize your processes with faster lab throughput, lower maintenance and high uptime. As well as having
some of the highest sensitivity and automation capabilities on the market, our customers benefit from reliable and rugged laboratory solutions that support
efficient and profitable exploration operations.
ORE ANALYSIS
AAS ICP-OES
100% Corrosion-resistant
Longer life
Lowest maintenance cost
Best suited for single element
analysis of precious metals
Hybrid simultaneous ICP-OES
Fastest startup
Superior sensitivity &
resolution
Best suited for low-to-medium
throughput workflows
Fully simultaneous
ICP-OES
Handles even most
difficult samples
thanks to vertical
plasma design
Best suited for high
throughput workflows
ICP-MS
Excellent detection limits
Fully automatable and superior
interference removal thanks to
quadrupole Universal Cell
Exceptional versatility
Widest dynamic range
Best suited for high volume
multi-element analyses
Lowest detection limits due to
superior interference removal
thanks to proprietary multiquadrupole technology and
Universal Cell.
Fully automatable
Best suited for geology
research-grade analyses
PinAAcle 500 AAS Avio 220 Max ICP-OES Avio 550 Max ICP-OES NexION 2200 ICP-MS NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Analysis of
Precious Metals
Application Note: Analysis of
Copper-Gold Ore
Application Note: Analysis
of Lithium Ore
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
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EXPLORATION
Application Note: Analysis of
Rare Earth Elements
Ask about the NexION 2200
Field Report
EXPLORATION
When analyzing the composition of rocks and ore bodies, solid sampling is used in two main ways; high-throughput routine analysis including QC for in-line
processing, and conversely small-sample investigations.
Everyday exploration operations produce high sample volumes which require routine monitoring. Solid sampling of fused discs using laser ablation coupled
to ICP-OES or ICP-MS has gained momentum over conventional sampling techniques. This is because it enables geologists to analyze refractory minerals
for major and trace elements without the need for complex acid digestion, and to better identify geochemical "fingerprints" that may suggest the presence
of mineralization, such as elevated levels of arsenic (As) or antimony (Sb) associated with gold deposits.
Low volume/high sensitivity methodologies enable scientists to perform investigative research which provides essential data needed to inform
commercial viability.
SOLID SAMPLING
ICP-MS
LaserTRAX: Laser ablation setup using ICP-MS
Application Note: LaserTRAX
- Avio 550 Max ICP-OES:
Rapid, Acid-Free Analysis of
Cathode Powders
Application Note: High Throughput
LA-ICP-MS Analysis of REE Ore
Samples Using the LaserTRAXNexION 5000 Integrated Solution
Benefit from non-acid-based digestion
with PerkinElmer
ACID-FREE DIGESTION
Safer for human health
Non-polluting to environment
Lower operating cost
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
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EXPLORATION
MINING
The rapid rise of electric vehicles has significantly increased demand for critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, manganese, and nickel which are essential for
batteries and renewable energy technologies.
Geological materials must be characterized for both their major and minor components prior to processing. The presence and concentration of other
elements determines the grade and the processing procedure.
LITHIUM AND BATTERY METALS
ICP-MS
Application Note: Analysis of
Lithium Ore using Avio 550
Max ICP-OES
ICP-OES: Ideal for commonly-used salts analysis.
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ICP-MS: Our most highly engineered solutions for max sensitivity and interference
handling. The NexION series has a range of instrument models to meet your
sensitivity requirements.
Application Note: Impurities in
Lithium Materials Using NexION
2000 ICP-MS
APPLICATION NOTE
AUTHORS
Ruth Merrifield
Chady Stephan
PerkinElmer Inc.
Woodbridge, ON, Canada
ICP - Mass Spectrometry
Introduction
With growing concern about the
state of the environment, more
and more devices are being
powered by lithium batteries due
to their higher capacities, longer lives, and ability to be recycled, in comparison
to conventional batteries. As with all consumer goods, safety and performance
are critical and in the case of lithium batteries they are related to both battery
composition and the purity of the materials used for their production.
Since lithium (Li) is a natural material, it must be extracted from the earth,
purified, and converted into different compounds which can be used in the
production of batteries. Increasingly, Li is also being recovered from batteries
during the recycling process. Whether the Li comes from mining or recycling,
its purity must be monitored, from the initial material1 to intermediates and all
the way to final products. Depending on the end-use and step in the production
process, the desired purity levels can vary.
In previous work, we demonstrated the assessment of the purity of
lithium-containing compounds using the NexION® 5000 ICP-MS at extremely
low levels2, but not all applications require impurity measurements at such
low concentrations. This study complements our previous work by measuring
impurities in lithium compounds using the NexION 2000 ICP-MS.
Determination of
Impurities in Lithium
Materials with the
NexION 2000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Impurities in
Lithium Materials using NexION
5000 ICP-MS
Introduction
Lithium (Li) plays an important role in
everyday life and can be found around us
in nearly every aspect of modern living.
One of the most common uses of lithium is in batteries. Lithium batteries can be
found in cell phones, computers, electric vehicles, and every portable electronic
device. For decades, consumers have been valuing longer battery lives and fastercharging capabilities, and the advancements in lithium battery technology are a
reflection of this. In addition, global trends in electrification, renewable energy, and
the adoption of electric vehicles are creating a demand for more lithium-based
materials with higher quality control (QC) requirements.
With the demand for higher-capacity batteries, current battery production
technology must improve, requiring better control of the raw materials used and
their physical properties. For example, lithium salts are commonly refined from
brine, a highly concentrated solution of NaCl. Sodium must be removed from
the final product during the extraction process since excess sodium can lead to
overheating in the battery end products. Therefore, the capability to identify the
presence of impurities in lithium battery materials is critical for manufacturers
and suppliers to ensure that the final battery performance is not compromised.
Determination of
Impurities in Lithium
Materials with the
NexION 5000 ICP-MS
APPLICATION NOTE
AUTHOR
Ruth Merrifield
PerkinElmer Inc.
Woodbridge, ON, Canada
ICP - Mass Spectrometry
Battery Materials Analysis
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
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MINING
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ENQUIRE
MINING
Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are a group of 17 chemically similar elements that include the lanthanide series (lanthanum to lutetium), along with scandium
and yttrium. The extraction and processing of REEs are highly complex and is associated with toxic by-products, such as radioactive materials (thorium and
uranium) and acidic leachates.
Given their similarity, REEs analysis is challenging requiring the use of advanced interference management. The PerkinElmer ICP-MS platform with Universal
Cell Technology is well suited for the task.
RARE EARTH ELEMENTS
ICP-MS
ICP-MS: The NexION series has excellent detection limits due to superior interference removal thanks to its innovative
quadrupole Universal Cell technology. In addition, it is highly robust, low maintenance, and can be fully automated.
Application Note: Analysis of Samples Rich
in Rare Earth Elements Prepared by Lithium
Borate Fusion on the NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: NexION ICP-MS
Series Universal Cell Technology –
For the Next Generation of Analysis
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
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MINING
MINING
Base metals are a group of metals that are commonly used in industrial applications, construction, transportation, and energy production.
They include metals such as copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), lead (Pb), nickel (Ni), aluminum (Al).
Base metals ore analysis is a vital part of the mining industry. It determine the ore quality and optimize the processing techniques.
Accurate detection and quantification of both major and minor elements are essential for ensuring the economic viability of a mining operation.
BASE METALS
ICP-MS
Application Note: Analysis of
Copper-Gold Ore with the Avio 220
Max ICP-OES
ICP-OES: PerkinElmer ICP-OES solutions including the Avio series are well suited for the task due to their wide
dynamic range that can encompass both high concentration of major elements and trace concentrations of
minor elements all in a single analysis.
Application Note: Stable Analysis of
Lithium Metaborate Fusion Samples
with the Avio 550 Max ICP-OES
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
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Analytical Instruments
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MINING
MINING
Precious metals are a group of rare, high-value metals that have significant industrial, economic, and cultural importance. The most well-known are
gold (Au), silver (Ag), platinum (Pt), palladium (Pd), rhodium (Rh), iridium (Ir), and osmium (Os).
Extraction requires different mining techniques depending on the metal's occurrence, its geological setting, and the nature of the ore. They can be
found as native metals such as gold, or in complex mineral compounds, such as platinum group metals.
PRECIOUS METALS
ICP-MS
Application Note: The Analysis of
Precious Metals in Mining with the
PinAAcle 500
AAS, ICP-OES and ICP-MS: Atomic spectroscopy techniques play a crucial role in mining precious metals to determine ore concentration
and ensure the efficiency of the extraction process – from high-volume processing to more technical precision analysis.
Application Note: Analysis of Impurities
in Gold with the Avio 550 Max ICP-OES
Following ASTM B562-95
Technical Note: HP-ICP-OES: Using
the Avio 550/560 Max to Achieve
the Highest Possible Precisions
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
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MINING
REFINING
Refining is a vital process in the mining and metal production industries, with key benefits across performance, quality and regulatory compliance.
By purifying raw ores and concentrates, refining ensures purity, compatibility, efficiency and safety in high-risk applications like aerospace and defense.
As demand for high-performance continues to grow, refining will continue to be a critical part of ensuring that materials meet the stringent
requirements of modern industries.
CRITICAL METALS
ICP-MS
Application Note: Direct
Determination of Trace Elements
in Nickel-Based Superalloys with
the NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Analysis of
High-Purity Silicon Matrices for
Trace Contaminants with the
NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Determination
of Bromine in Ultra-High-Purity
Copper Using the NexION 5000
ICP-MS
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
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REFINING
REFINING
Purity in REEs refers to the concentration of the target rare earth metal in a given sample, with the remaining material consisting of impurities or
other elements. The purity of REEs is paramount for their successful application, as even small amounts of impurities can significantly affect the
performance, efficiency, and longevity of the devices and systems in which they are used.
The NexION series with superior interference management to prevent false positive results using the Universal Cell technology ensures
accurate measurements.
RARE EARTH ELEMENTS
ICP-MS
Application Note: Direct Determination
of Rare Earth Impurities in HighPurity Ytterbium Oxide with the
NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Direct Determination
of Rare Earth Impurities in High-Purity
Neodymium Oxide with theNexION
5000 ICP-MS
APPLICATION NOTE
AUTHOR
Xiaoling Ma
PerkinElmer, Inc.
Shanghai, China
ICP - Mass Spectrometry
Introduction
Rare earth elements (REEs) include
the lanthanide series (La, Ce, Pr, Nd,
Pm, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm,
Yb, and Lu) as well as Sc and Y.
Currently, these metals have become critical to several modern technologies
ranging from cellular phones and televisions, to LED light bulbs and wind turbines.
Since the purity of the REEs govern their efficacy and the price, it is of great
interest to produce ultra-high purity rare earth oxides.
Neodymium oxide (Nd2O3
) is one such REE and is mainly used as a colorant for
glass and ceramics, a raw material for the manufacture of metallic neodymium as
well as a raw material for a strong magnetic alloy of neodymium-iron-boron. Adding
1.5%-2.5% nano-neodymium oxide to a magnesium alloy or aluminum alloy can
improve the high temperature performance, air resistance and corrosion resistance
of the alloy, and as such is widely used in aerospace materials. Moreover, Nd is
extensively applied in super-magnets for disk drives, where high purities of the Nd
and Nd2O3
are crucial. Therefore, the detection of impurities for these applications
is vitally important. For this reason, inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry
(ICP-MS) has long been valued as the technique of choice for the measurement of
impurities in high-purity REE compounds because of the low detection capabilities
of this technology.
However, the main challenge analyzing trace concentrations of rare earth
elements in high-purity rare earth oxides by ICP-MS is overcoming polyatomic
spectral interferences from the matrix (MO+
, MOH+
, MH+
, MOH2
+
).
Direct Determination of
Rare Earth Impurities in
High-Purity Neodymium
Oxide with the
NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Direct Determination
of Trace Rare Earth Impurities in HighPurity Europium Oxide using the NexION
5000 ICP-MS
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
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REFINING
Isotope ratios in metal refining is an advanced technique that plays a critical role in the identification, characterization, and purity assessment of
metals. It is used to identify the isotopic fingerprint of metals allowing the identification of the source.
ICP-MS is one of the most commonly-used techniques for measuring isotope ratios due to its high sensitivity and precision. The NexION 5000 ICP-MS is
an ideal solution for the industry due to its innovative quadrupole design and Universal Cell technology, which results in superior interference removal.
ISOTOPE RATIO
ICP-MS
Application Note: Lead and
Strontium Isotope Ratio Analysis
Using the NexION 5000 ICP-MS
Application Note: Analysis of
Silicon Isotope Ratios Using
the NexION 5000 ICP-MS
REFINING
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
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REFINING
Non-destructive gemstone testing is important to verify authenticity between natural and
synthetic stones. Challenges can occur if the sample is smaller than 1 or 2 mm leading to
positioning difficulties, or on multifaceted surfaces with a high refractive index.
PerkinElmer's range of IR and UV/Vis solutions, along with specialist accessories like
our Beam Condenser and Diffuse Reflectance accessory, are highly-engineered to
meet gemology needs;
Identification including diamond type classification
Counterfeit testing
Treatments
Quality (inclusions)
Geographical origin
UV/Vis spectrophotometers (UV/Vis & UV/Vis/NIR) for research-grade analysis of
precious and semi-precious gemstones (see PerkinElmer LAMBDA® range)
Infrared Spectrometers (FTIR) for routine analysis. Can be combined with
PerkinElmer microscopy solutions
GEMOLOGY
Molecular Spectroscopy to Ensure Stone Authenticity
ALIGNED MINING REQUIREMENTS
Gemology and Molecular Spectroscopy
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LAMBDA 850+ and 1050+ Spectrum 3™ FTIR
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
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ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
PerkinElmer offers a comprehensive range of environmental testing solutions,
designed to monitor and mitigate implications caused by mining operations such as
trace elemental pollution, air contamination, and soil degradation. Stringent analysis
is crucial to meet regulatory compliance standards for water, air and soil matrices.
Combine with various auto-sampler units for the most cost-efficient highthroughput management in your lab;
Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometers (ICP-MS, ICP-OES) to monitor levels
of metals in effluent or runoff in compliance to regulations. Important to prevent
operational loss and damage to the environment
Infrared Spectrometers (FTIR) for respirable dust analysis
Liquid and Gas Chromatographs (LC & GC) for measuring volatile and
semi-volatile organic compounds resulting from mining activities that could
contaminate the surrounding environment
ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING
Minimize Mining Impacts on Ecosystems and Human Health
ALIGNED MINING REQUIREMENTS
Environmental Testing Solutions
LEARN MORE Application Note: At-Site Direct-on-Filter End-of-Shift Portable FT-IR and
Fast Respirable Crystalline Silica Quantification
Quantify respirable crystalline silica (RCS) deposited on sampling
filters, at the end of a shift (EoS), and at site where sample
collection has occurred. Respirable dust, sampled from the
breathing zone of the worker, is deposited onto a polyvinyl chloride
(PVC) filter to provide an estimate of the employee’s exposure to
airborne contaminants.
Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
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Whether you need to test lubricants for particle count analysis or test your coolant
chemistry for nitrite levels, PerkinElmer has a robust and comprehensive range of
materials characterization and chemistry analysis instrumentation to meet ASTM
standards and even the most demanding needs.
Combine with various auto-sampler units for the best high-throughput management
in your lab;
Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometers (ICP-OES) for trace/wear metals
detection, additives and contaminants. It can be combined with robust Liquid Particle
Counters (LPC)
Liquid and Gas Chromatographs (LC & GC) for high performance separation analysis
Infrared Spectrometers (FTIR) for fast and simple-to-use lubricants analysis in the
lab or out on-site
Simultaneous Thermogravimetric Analyzers (STA) for lubricant, soot and oil
volatility testing
A dedicated PerkinElmer Coolant Analyzer (UV/Vis) to accurately analyze nitrite
content. UV/Vis can also be used to measure molybdate, phosphate, nitrate, chloride,
sulphate, bromide, and glycolate
IN-SERVICE OILS AND COOLANTS
Keep Heavy Mining Machinery and Vehicle Fleets Running Smoothly
ALIGNED MINING REQUIREMENTS
Lubricants and Coolants Analysis
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Avio® 550 Max
Oils ICP-OES
n Vertical plasma torch ensures fast,
stable operation, dependable results,
and low cost per analysis
n Patented Flat Plate™ plasma technology
uses half the argon of load-coil systems
with the same robust plasma
n Simultaneously collects data on more
than 73 elements (UV and visible
wavelengths) in seconds for exceptional
sample throughput
n Complies with: ASTM D5185,
D4951 and D6130
n For Coolant analysis – detects wear
metals, additives and contaminants.
Compliant to ASTM D6130
LPC 500™ Liquid
Particle Counter
n Inflow sensor measuring particle
size and count as the sample
makes its way to the Avio 550 Max
Oils ICP-OES
n No additional sample preparation
required
n Combined sample-to-sample
analysis of 45 sec
n Smallest automated particle
counter footprint in the industry
OilPrep™ 4/8
Oil Diluters
n High speed dilution of oil or
coolant samples with an
organic or aqueous diluent
n Preparation for particle
counting by SPOS and
elemental analysis by ICP-OES
n Sample throughput between
200 and 500 samples per hour
LC 300 HPLC system
SimplicityChrom™
CDS Software
n Long-life additive analysis:
Carboxylates, azoles in coolants
n Measurement of furanic compounds
in transformer oil
Clarus GC Gas
Chromatograph
n Fast analysis with unique PreVent
backflush technology
n Robust, integrated liquid autosampler
provides reliability with small sample sizes
n Detection of potentially damaging
compounds and contamination levels
n More precise and effective scheduling
of preventative maintenance
n Complies with ASTM D7593
n Percent glycol: Coolant concentration
PerkinElmer Consumables
n Engineered for your instruments
n Tested and validated to ensure accurate, repeatable results, on-time, every time
n Designed to deliver reliable performance, control operating costs and maximize uptime
TGA 4000/8000
& STA 6000
n Compositional analysis of fuels
and lubricants
n Soot analysis of diesel engine
oils following ASTM D5967
n Engine oil volatility testing by
ASTM D6375
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ANALYTICAL LAYOUT OF AN IN-SERVICE FLUIDS TESTING LAB
PerkinElmer OneSourceTM Services
n Optimize for up-time & enhance productivity
n Keep compliant with regulatory standards
n Service contracts & maintenance plans available
Teledyne CETAC Oils
7400 Autosampler
n Oils 7400 Autosampler for easy switching
between oil and coolant testing
- Features mixing paddle
n ASXpress Plus for higher throughput:
2 samples/min for 23-element analysis
n Particle Xpress for LPC 500 coupling to
Avio 500, offering particle and elemental
analysis in the same run
- Features switching valve with syringe assist
OilExpress™ 4 Oil Condition
Monitoring System
n Automated FT-IR analysis of oils
n Detection of degradation and contamination
properties of lubricating fluids
n Provides undiluted samples of used oil to
the Spectrum Two FT-IR
n Sample throughput of up to 100 samples per hour
n Complies with: JOAP, ASTM E2412 and D7418
Spectrum Two™ FTIR
Lubricant Analysis System
n User-friendly design with dedicated
in-service lubricants analysis protocols
n Clear, high-quality results, regardless of
the level of expertise
n Designed to handle demanding quantitative
applications
n Easy setup and reporting to get your lab
up and running faster
UV/Vis Coolant Analyzer
with S23 Autosampler
n Additives, inhibitors, and contaminants
detection in coolants: Molybdate, nitrite,
phosphate, nitrate, chloride, sulphate,
bromide, glycolate
TurboMatrix™ Headspace
Sampler for GC
n Determines glycol contamination in
in-service oils
n Complies with ASTM D7922
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
Support Services
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REQUIREMENTS
LAB SERVICE AND SUPPORT
PerkinElmer's advanced testing solutions for geology and mining and all steps of exploration, metals testing, and gemology analyses, enable you to achieve
robust, reliable measurements for an efficient and profitable mining operation or testing lab.
ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTS
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ICP-OES ICP-MS
Avio® 220/550/560 Max
ICP-OES Spectrometers
PinAAcle™ 900
AA Spectrometers
NexION® 1100/2200/5000
ICP-MS Spectrometers
Spectrum™ 3
and Spotlight
400 Infrared
Spectrometer
LAMBDA 850+
and 1050+
UV/Vis/NIR
LAMBDA 365+ UV/Vis
Spectrometer
“Coolant Analyzer”
PinAAcle 500
AA Spectrometer
All Ores, Metals, Alloys from Mining to Refining Gems, In-Service Oils and Coolants Environmental Testing and Safety
GC 2400 Chromatograph
LC 300 Chromatograph
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
Support Services
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Analytical consumables are essential in mining and metallurgy, ensuring precise material characterization, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
Maximize instrument performance and obtain reliable data with dedicated consumables and accessories designed for accuracy and smooth operation.
Optimized Performance: Designed to integrate seamlessly with your instrument for consistent, reliable results.
Extended Instrument Life: Reduce wear and tear with high-quality components built for durability and compatibility.
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
Support Services
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LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
LAB SERVICE AND SUPPORT
In mining and metallurgy analysis, precision and reliability are
critical. Our instrument services, application support, and training
help ensure your instruments perform at their best—delivering
accurate, compliant, and repeatable results.
Instrument Services – Keep your instruments running smoothly
with expert maintenance, calibration, qualification, and repair..
Application Support – Get guidance on sample analysis,
method development, and regulatory compliance.
Training and Education – Empower your team with specialized
training to maximize instrument performance and efficiency.
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
Support Services
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LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
LAB SERVICE AND SUPPORT
EMPOWERING SUSTAINABILITY
By incorporating thoughtful action in each of these areas, we enable businesses like yours to successfully achieve sustainability objectives while
minimizing the environmental impact.
Sustainability by Design: Enabling Sustainable Innovation: Sustainable Goals and Values:
Meets sustainability requirements for new
instruments, applications, and
workflow solutions
Minimizes waste and environmental impact
while optimizing performance
Reduces harmful solvents and gases.
Increases instrument and component lifespans
Incorporates energy-saving features and
recyclable materials
Uses next-generation, environmentally
friendly materials
Water reuse and recycling testing
Analysis supports sustainable agriculture
Workflows enable circular economy
Analytics for battery development supports
renewable energy and electric vehicles
Reduces environmental impact
Maximizes energy efficiency
Reduces carbon emissions
Decreases water, energy, and hazardous waste
Positively impacts our environment, at work
and in our communities
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Atomic Spectroscopy Guide
Challenges & Analysis Overview
INTRODUCTION
Sample Preparation
Solid Sampling
Ore Analysis
EXPLORATION
Rare Earth Elements
Base Metals
Lithium & Battery Metals
MINING
Precious Metals
Rare Earth Elements
Isotope Ratio
Critical Metals
REFINING
Environmental Testing
In-Service Oils and Coolants
Gemology (IR-UV-Vis)
ALIGNED MINING
REQUIREMENTS
Consumables and Accessories
Empowering Sustainability
Analytical Instruments
LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
Support Services
◀ GO BACK
LAB SERVICE & SUPPORT
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