Epsilon 1 Pharma by Malvern Panalytical

Pharmaceutical catalyst analysis at the push of a button.

Looking for an accurate and fast instrument for the cost-effective analysis of pharmaceutical catalysts? The Epsilon 1 X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometer is the ideal analytical solution for quantification of ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, iridium, and platinum in pharmaceutical materials. Considerable savings in time and cost are two of the many benefits XRF can bring to pharmaceutical development.

The Epsilon 1 is calibrated with an out-of-the-box solution for easy quantification of the most commonly used catalysts in the pharmaceutical industry. The system produces fast, cost effective, precise and accurate data without the need for additional chemicals or operating gasses.

Features:

• Non-destructive analysis - The measurements are carried out directly on the loose powders with little to no sample preparation. Since XRF is a non-destructive technique, the sample can also be measured subsequently by other analytical techniques, if required.
• IQ and OQ documentation - The Epsilon 1 for pharmaceutical catalysts includes installation qualification and operation qualification procedures. These procedures are instrument verification and validation procedures required by companies to meet good laboratory practice (GLP), good manufacturing practice (GMP) and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 regulations.
• Maximum sensitivity - The thin-window Ag anode X-ray tube, designed and manufactured by PANalytical, ensures high quality and sensitivity. The 50 kV X-ray tube and generator are ideal for exciting higher energy elements like ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, resulting in faster analysis times and higher accuracy.
• Self-contained system - A built-in computer running Microsoft Windows 7 with powerful CPU and 120 GB hard drive ensures flexibility to store and handle thousands of results. The high-resolution, 10.4” LCD touch screen is ideal for easy walk-up and operation.
• Spillage protection - In order to shield the delicate heart of the system from spillage, a protection foil is in place. In case of spillage, the foil can be replaced easily by the operator.