ICP-OES Elemental Scan – Flexible service, Coventry
By Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd in Coventry
By Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd in Coventry
At Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd, based in Coventry, we provide fast and reliable ICP-OES qualitative elemental scan services for customers requiring a clear overview of the elements present in their samples. Operating from our UKAS ISO 17025 accredited laboratory at the University of Warwick Science Park, Coventry, we support a wide range of industries including pharmaceuticals, environmental monitoring, manufacturing, and materials science. Our experienced team delivers accurate, cost-effective analysis to help identify unknown materials, assess contamination, and support research and compliance requirements.
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ICP-OES qualitative elemental scan
Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd offers a fast and cost-effective ICP-OES scan service for customers who need a qualitative overview of the elements present in their samples. Our ICP-OES “Look & See” Scan Service can detect up to 69 elements in one measurement, providing a rapid elemental snapshot of your sample. Whether you're investigating unknown materials, verifying raw materials for REACH, RoHS, or WEEE compliance, checking for contamination or heavy metals, supporting failure analysis, monitoring manufacturing processes, or characterising samples for R&D, our service provides fast, cost-effective insight into the elemental makeup of your samples. Get in touch today to discuss your ICP-OES scanning requirements.
Scan levels
Level 1 scan – screening analysis
Level 2 scan – extended qualitative scan
Level 3 scan – quantitative analysis
Exeter Analytical (UK) Ltd offer three levels of analysis depending on the depth of information required.
Provides a quick overview of elements present at relatively higher concentrations.
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Detects elements in the range of 100 – 1000 ppm
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Ideal for initial screening or contamination checks
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Cost-effective first step for unknown samples
A more detailed scan capable of detecting lower concentration elements.
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Detects elements in the range of 10 – 100 ppm
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Identifies trace-level elements
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Suitable for more detailed sample evaluation
Provides actual concentration values rather than ranges.
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Reports quantitative results greater than 1 ppm
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Suitable when accurate concentration levels are required
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Ideal for verification or regulatory testing
How the analysis works
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Samples (50–500 mg) accepted in solid or liquid form
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Microwave digestion enables analysis of complex materials
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Automated ICP OES analysis with calibration standards and blanks
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Multiple wavelengths monitored to reduce spectral interferences
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Data carefully reprocessed and optimised for accuracy
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Fast Turnaround Options – Standard 5 working days, express: 3 working days, and priority: Next working day available
Our experienced team provides expert support throughout the process, from initial enquiries and quotations for ICP-OES Elemental Scan services to delivering clear and accurate final reports.
024 7632 3223