• No : 5681
  • Date of Issue : 2021/04/28 13:30
  • Last Updated : 2021/05/20 08:47
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(EDX) Thickness of powder sample

I am performing an analysis by placing a powdered sample in a sample container. However, there is only a small amount of the sample, so sufficient thickness cannot be obtained. What should I do?
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Answer

Use a micro X-cell.
If there is enough sample to extend at least 5mm from the bottom, then the thickness will be sufficient.
If the thickness is less than 5 mm, perform the quantitative calculations using the thin-film FP method.