Exclusively uses High Resolution Solid-State Detectors
Unlike other XRFs on the market, Bowman exclusively uses high resolution solid state detector in all of our XRFs. Compared to older proportional counter technology, Bowman’s SDD offer superior resolution and well defined peak separation between overlapping elements, eliminating the need for secondary filters. Without the need use a secondary filter on every measurement, Bowman significantly cuts down the measurement time by half. Additionally, high resolution solid state detector offers improve stability, minimizing drift due to temperature and humidity changes — which translates to high instrument stability that customer can rely on and less time spent on recalibrating the XRF.
The Bowman advantage of high resolution solid state detector includes:
- Processes 2 million + counts per second, improving low minimum detection limits (MDL) and high spectral resolution
- Capability to measure complex multi-layer coatings and ultra-thin coatings down to <20nm
- Improve detection limit down to angstrom or ppm level
- Ability to measure light elements such as P, Si, Al.
Advanced System Engineering
Bowman XRF instruments are engineered to offer many hardware advantages over other brands of XRFs:
- closed-coupled geometry layout of the X-ray tube and detector provides more than three times higher photon counts compared to competitive equipment. This allows Bowman systems to achieve lower detection limits and improved precision with shorter measurement time.
- Smallest micro spot size available in the industry with 7.5um FWHM (full-width half-max) poly-capillary optic to measure the smallest features.
- Robust micro-focused x-ray offering greater stability and longer life
- Modular component design allowing for easy in-field upgrade and serviceability, minimizing downtime.
Advanced software, Intuitive User Interface
It takes advanced design … to make testing simple! Bowman XRF coating measurement systems are powered by leading edge software that combines intuitive, visual controls with time-saving shortcuts, flexible customization and the industry’s only true one-click report generator.
- Bowman combines a modern visual-focused UI with a optimized workflow to minimize the amount of clicks necessary to calibrate, analyze, and report data.
- Our unique automatic laser focus feature ensures that every single measurement is analyzed at the correct focal distance for accurate and repeatable results — without operator intervention.
- Programming is made easy with automatic pattern matching, smart datum recognition, and visual overlay of where each measurement point is
- Easily customize reports and print it with just one click!
- or automatically exported by integrating with to a network folder, ERP, SECS/GEM, or SPC System.
- Feature-rich, yet customizable per user. Unlimited password protected user levels with the ability to finely control user permission for each level.
The customization is limitless.
Unmatched Coating Thickness Range
Bowman XRF instruments allows for precise coating thickness and
elemental analysis of a wide range of elements, starting from Al 13 to U 92.
“Best in Class” Service and Support
Bowman is widely regarded as a leader in XRF technical support and service, with extensive service resources both at our Chicago-area headquarters, and through our extensive network of experienced distributors. Our commitment to maintaining the highest quality on-site tech support is robust, and well-recognized throughout the industry. It is one reason why Bowman has a high percent of repeat customers; service is also why leading XRF measurement instrument distributors now choose to sell Bowman products.
Made in the USA
Bowman is the only leading manufacturer of XRF coating measurement systems with design, development and manufacturing all in the USA. Notably, Bowman is a leading exporter of XRF systems, with a well-established customer base in Italy and Germany, as well as Japan, India, Korea, China, Taiwan and The Philippines.
What do you want to achieve?
Greater accuracy? Faster throughput? More flexibility in sample size – or output?
Whatever your goals, a Bowman on-site consultation can provide short and long-term options – and best-possible ROI.
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