Measureing with sample adapters

SPECTROMAXx and
SPECTROLAB small parts-

and wire adapter
75360121 75260151 75060177
75060178 75060179 75360123

Table of content
1 Description ......................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety ................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 User information .................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Intended use........................................................................................................................ 7
2.2.1 Samples ................................................................................................................. 7
2.2.2 Preparing the Sample ............................................................................................ 7
2.2.3 Sample material ..................................................................................................... 8
2.2.4 Sample weight ....................................................................................................... 9
2.2.5 Spark stand ............................................................................................................ 9
2.2.6 Sample clamp ........................................................................................................ 9
2.3 Prohibited operating conditions ......................................................................................... 10
2.4 Residual risks .................................................................................................................... 11
3 Spark stand plate ............................................................................................. 12
4 75360121 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROLAB S ....................................................... 14

4.1 Content .............................................................................................................................. 14
4.2 Preparation of adapter ...................................................................................................... 15
4.3 Small parts adapter ........................................................................................................... 17
4.3.1 Small parts that cover the whole opening of the sample plate ............................ 17
4.3.2 Small parts that doesn’t cover the whole opening of the sample plate ............... 19
4.4 Wire adapter (wire diameter 0,8mm – 3,0mm) ................................................................. 20
5 75260151 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx up to LMX08 and SPECTROLAB... 22

5.1 Content .............................................................................................................................. 22
6 75060177 – Adapter for wires of 0.8mm – 3.0mm diameter ............................. 30

6.1 Content .............................................................................................................................. 30
7 75060178 - Adapter for wires of 0.8mm – 10.0mm diameter – head end ......... 35
7.1 Content .............................................................................................................................. 35
8 75060179 - Adapter for sheet metal of 0.1mm – 1.0mm thickness .................. 40

8.1 Content .............................................................................................................................. 40
SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

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9 75360123 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx LMX09 ............................................ 43
9.1 Content ............................................................................................................................. 43
10 Revisions history ............................................................................................... 51

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Description
1 Description
This documentation describes the intended operating conditions of the

small parts- and wire adapter for the instruments SPECTROMAXx and
SPECTROLAB.
Use the adapter only in the intended way and for the intended samples.

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Safety
2 Safety
Every user of the instrument must have read and understood these operating
instructions. This applies in particular to the safety instructions.
General warning sign!
Warning! Hot surface!
Warning! Toxic substances!
Warning! Optical radiation!
Warning of hand injury!
Warning! Risk of suffocation!
Warning! High loudness!
Notice!
This sign warns of activities or conditions that may adversely affect the function of
the instrument.
Information
Displays information that is important for the correct and safe use of the
instrument.

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Safety
2.1 User information

 Non-compliance with the operating and safety instructions may lead to injuries
and can cause a health hazard.
 Carefully read the manual and always comply with the safety instructions.
 Never tamper with the protective devices! If it is suspected that a protective
device does not work properly, shut down the instrument immediately. Please
contact your Service Center.
 Compliance with the information labels on the instrument is mandatory.
 Carry out only those maintenance tasks that are described in the chapter
“Maintenance” of the operating instructions. The operating personnel are not
permitted to perform any other maintenance work. Any further maintenance
work (e.g. technical maintenance) or repairs must only be performed by
service personnel authorized by the instrument manufacturer.

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Safety
2.2 Intended use

This instrument analyzes and identifies metals. Only such metals may be analyzed
for which the instrument has been calibrated by the manufacturer or by qualified
technical personnel.
Only the original accessories supplied with the instrument must be used and shall
only be used indoors (laboratory environment).
2.2.1 Samples
Only dry metal samples must be measured.
Warning! Risk of injury and health hazard!

Risk of injury and health hazard due to pressurized or combustible samples.
 Pressurized or flammable samples must not be measured.
2.2.2 Preparing the Sample
Warning! Harmful and toxic substances!

During the preparation of samples, e.g. during the grinding process, toxic vapors
and toxic clouds of dusts may be generated, depending on the sample material.
 When disposing of these dusts, compliance with legal regulations and fire
prevention instructions is mandatory.
 The operating company of the spectrometer shall be responsible for
compliance with the limit values of the maximum permissible pollutant
concentrations in the breathing air.
 During the preparation, compliance with the safety instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the sample preparation machine is mandatory. Personal
protective equipment must be worn.
When preparing samples that could potentially release toxic substances,
wearing protective goggles and the use of appropriate respiratory protection
equipment is mandatory.

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Safety
2.2.3 Sample material

The sparking process produces a black precipitate (metal condensate). The
condensate could be toxic or flammable, depending on the sample material. Metal
vapors may be generated by sparks of the sample material. Depending on the
sample material, these vapors may be toxic, e.g. if using heavy metals or other
hazardous metals during the test.
 Protective gloves and safety goggles must always be worn when cleaning the
spark stand and when cleaning the gas-washing bottle or the filter bottle. This
also applies when replacing the filter insert. If metals with toxic components
have been sparked off, wearing a breathing mask to prevent the inhalation of
condensate particles is mandatory.
 When disposing of the condensate, compliance with legal regulations and fire
prevention instructions is mandatory.
 If the samples contain toxic substances, an extraction system must be
installed at the spark stand.
 In this case, the gas escaping from the spectrometer's exhaust pipe must be
channeled to the outside of the building.
 The installation of an extraction system and the discharge of the exhaust gas
into the open air makes it easier to comply with the maximum permissible
pollutant concentrations in the breathing air below the applicable limit values,
MAK values (Maximale Arbeitsplatzkonzentration: maximum workplace
concentration) or comparable national regulations. Compliance with these
limits is the sole responsibility of the owner of the spectrometer. If samples
with toxic components must be measured, further protective actions such as
wearing breathing protection may be necessary.

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Safety
2.2.4 Sample weight

The weight of the sample to be measured must not exceed 15 kg (33 lbs).
2.2.5 Spark stand

The opening of the spark stand plate must be completely covered by the sample
or the respective adapter.
Warning! Optical radiation!

The plasma in the spark stand generates UV radiation. UV radiation may cause
damage to the eyes or skin.
 Use the appropriate sample adapter for samples that are not completely
covered by the spark stand opening.
 Take appropriate protective measures (e.g. wear safety goggles) when the
spark stand opening is not fully covered.
2.2.6 Sample clamp

The sample clamp must have contact with the sample (the source is enabled).
Warning of hazardous voltage!

The sample clamp provides the contact between the sample and the spark stand.
There is a risk of suffering an electric shock when handling the sample clamp.
 Never tamper with the sample clamp.
Warning of hand injury!

Springs are used to keep the sample clamp in position. However, the clamp may
fold down unexpectedly. If your hand is caught underneath the clamp, this may
cause injuries.
 Never place your hand under the sample clamp.

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Safety
2.3 Prohibited operating conditions

Do not operate the instrument if one of the following conditions exists:
 If the instrument is faulty or damaged.
 If the ambient conditions do not comply with the specification.
 If the area where the instrument is used is not a commercial/industrial
premise.

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Safety
2.4 Residual risks

This instrument has been manufactured in accordance with the latest state-of-the-
art technology. Residual risks cannot be completely excluded, however.
General warning sign!

 The instrument is operated with argon. Argon is heavier than air. It can
accumulate in a closed room, especially on the floor or lower-lying areas.
➔ Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. If necessary, install oxygen
sensors.

When the instrument is switched on, there is a risk of an electric shock when the
electrode is touched or when the sample is removed during a measurement.
 Never touch the sample while a measurement is in progress.
 Avoid any contact with the electrode if the excitation is activated (plasma
generator).
 Shut down the plasma generator when working on the spark stand.

 Contacting the electrode increases the risk of burn injuries. During normal
operation, the electrode will heat up to several hundred degrees.
➔ Never touch the electrode with your bare hands, even after shutting
down the spectrometer. Always use pliers.
 A sample can get hot if it is measured several times.
➔ Touch the sample only after it has sufficiently cooled.
Warning! Risk of suffocation!

The instrument is operated with argon. Argon is heavier than air. It can accumulate
in a closed room, especially on the floor or lower-lying areas.
 Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. If necessary, install oxygen
sensors.

If the spark stand hole is not completely covered with the sample the loudness
exceeds a critical limit. Wear ear protection to protect your ears.

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Spark stand plate
3 Spark stand plate

When the plasma generator is switched on, there is a risk of electric shock if the
electrode is touched.
 Shut down the plasma generator when working on the spark stand.

The sparking process produces a black precipitate (metal condensate). The
condensate could be toxic or flammable, depending on the sample material.
 Protective gloves and safety goggles must always be worn when cleaning the
spark stand and when cleaning the gas-washing bottle or the filter bottle. This
also applies when replacing the filter insert. If metals with toxic components
have been sparked off, wearing a breathing mask to prevent the inhalation of
condensate particles is mandatory.
 When disposing of the condensate, compliance with legal regulations is
mandatory.

Contacting the electrode increases the risk of burn injuries. During normal
operation, the electrode will heat up to several hundred degrees.
• Never touch the electrode with your bare hands, even after shutting down
the spectrometer. Always use pliers.

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Spark stand plate
Depending on the to be checked sample, the spark stand plate must be

changed to a spark stand plate with a smaller hole in it. To do so, the
following steps are necessary.
1) Turn off the Plasma generator.

2) Unmount the previous spark stand plate and mount the spark stand
plate with a smaller hole size on your spark stand, by unscrew the four
red marked screws.
Figure 1: 75360121 - Mounted spark stand plate

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75360121 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROLAB
S
4 75360121 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROLAB S

4.1 Content
These articles are included in 75360121:
• Setting gauge
• Sample holder
• Spark stand plate

with smaller hole
• Cover for small parts
• Cooling block for

small parts
• Wire adapter (wire

diameter 0,8mm – Figure 2: Content of 75360121 - Adapter-Kit SPECTROLAB S
3,0mm)
• Replacement discs

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75360121 – Adapter-Kit
SPECTROLAB S
4.2 Preparation of adapter

1) Mount the sample holder on the spark stand plate with the four red
marked screws.
Figure 3: 75360121 - Mounted sample holder

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S
2) Align the electrode with the included setting gauge.

 Press the setting gauge with the 3.4 mm shoulder into the spark
stand opening and at the same time use the Allen key (AF 2) to
tighten the electrode screw.
Figure 4: 75360121 - Electrode aligned

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SPECTROLAB S
4.3 Small parts adapter
4.3.1 Small parts that cover the whole opening of the sample plate
1) Mount the sample holder plate and screw the setting gauge into the
sample holder to fix the sample holder plate.
Figure 5: 75360121 - Fixed sample holder plate

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S
2) Place the small sample on the hole of the spark stand. Make sure, that
the hole of the spark stand is fully covered.
3) Fix the small sample with the cooling block with the sample holder, by
screwing the holder downwards.
Figure 6: 75360121 - Small sample fixed
4) Push the sample clamp downwards to connect the sample clamp with
the adapter.
 Ready to check the sample.

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SPECTROLAB S
4.3.2 Small parts that doesn’t cover the whole opening of the sample plate
1) Place the sample on the spark stand plate.
2) Place the cover for small parts on the sample. Make sure, that the hole
of the spark stand plate is fully covered by the cover for small parts.
Figure 7: 75360121 Small sample fixed
the adapter.

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S
4.4 Wire adapter (wire diameter 0,8mm – 3,0mm)


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SPECTROLAB S
2) Place the wire on the spark stand plate

3) Place the wire adapter with the matching notch on the wire and
Figure 9: 75360121 - Wire fixed
4) Push the sample clamp downwards to connect the sample clamp

with the adapter.

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SPECTROMAXx up to LMX08 and
SPECTROLAB
5 75260151 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx up to

LMX08 and SPECTROLAB
5.1 Content
• Setting gauge
• Sample holder

with smaller hole

small parts

Figure 10: Content of 75260151 - Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx
Diameter 0,8mm – and SPECTROLAB
3,0mm)

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SPECTROLAB

marked screws.

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SPECTROLAB

Figure 12: Electrode aligned

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SPECTROLAB

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SPECTROLAB
the adapter.

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SPECTROLAB
the adapter.

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SPECTROLAB


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SPECTROLAB

the adapter.

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75060177 – Adapter for wires of
0.8mm – 3.0mm diameter
6 75060177 – Adapter for wires of 0.8mm – 3.0mm

diameter
6.1 Content
• Clear Cover
• Wire adapter
• Setting gauge
• Mounting tool with

screws
Figure 18: Content of 75060177

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2) Mount the sample holder on the spark stand, with the two red marked
screws.
Figure 20: 75060177 - Sample holder mounted

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3) Place the wire into the sample holder. Make sure that the wire is
centered on the electrode.

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4) Place the cover above the sample, like in the following picture.
Figure 22: 75060177 - Wire fixed and sample covered
the adapter.

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75060178 - Adapter for wires of
0.8mm – 10.0mm diameter – head
end
7 75060178 - Adapter for wires of 0.8mm – 10.0mm

diameter – head end
7.1 Content
• Wire adapter
• Adapter aligner
• Setting gauge
• Mounting tool with screws

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75060178 - Adapter for wires of 0.8mm
– 10.0mm diameter – head end


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end
2) Mount the sample holder on the spark stand plate with the two red
marked screws.

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75060178 - Adapter for wires of 0.8mm
– 10.0mm diameter – head end
3) Place the wire in the sample holder by pressing the red marked
positions. Make sure, that the wire is on the same high es the bottom of
the sample holder.
Figure 26: 75060178 - wire fixed

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end
4) Place the sample holder onto the spark stand plate. Make sure, that the
wire is centered on the electrode.
Figure 27: 75060178 - sample fixed and placed
the adapter.

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75060179 - Adapter for sheet metal of
0.1mm – 1.0mm thickness
8 75060179 - Adapter for sheet metal of 0.1mm –

1.0mm thickness
8.1 Content
Sample holder
Cooling block for small parts
Mounting tool with screws

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75060179 - Adapter for sheet metal
of 0.1mm – 1.0mm thickness

marked screws.

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75060179 - Adapter for sheet metal of
0.1mm – 1.0mm thickness
2) Place the sample on the spark stand plate hole and fix it with the
cooling block and the sample holder.
Figure 30: 75060179 - Sample fixed and placed
the adapter.

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SPECTROMAXx LMX09
9 75360123 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx LMX09

9.1 Content
• Setting gauge
• Sample holder

with smaller hole

small parts

diameter 0,8mm – Figure 31: Content of 75360123 - Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx LMX09
3,0mm)
• Replacement discs

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SPECTROMAXx LMX09

marked screws.

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SPECTROMAXx LMX09


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SPECTROMAXx LMX09

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SPECTROMAXx LMX09
the adapter.

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SPECTROMAXx LMX09
the adapter.

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SPECTROMAXx LMX09


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SPECTROMAXx LMX09

8) Push the sample clamp downwards to connect the sample clamp

with the adapter.

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Revisions history
10 Revisions history
Revision Date Created by Checked by Changes

1.00 17.08.20 CHW DIA First issue
1.10 20.07.21 CHW MTE Add 75360123 adapter kit

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SPECTROMAXx and

SPECTROLAB small parts-

75360121 75260151 75060177

75060178 75060179 75360123

3 Spark stand plate ............................................................................................. 12

4 75360121 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROLAB S ....................................................... 14

5 75260151 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROMAXx up to LMX08 and SPECTROLAB... 22

6 75060177 – Adapter for wires of 0.8mm – 3.0mm diameter ............................. 30

8 75060179 - Adapter for sheet metal of 0.1mm – 1.0mm thickness .................. 40

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

10 Revisions history ............................................................................................... 51

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

This documentation describes the intended operating conditions of the

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

General warning sign!

Warning! Hot surface!

Warning! Toxic substances!

Warning! Optical radiation!

Warning of hand injury!

Warning! Risk of suffocation!

Warning! High loudness!

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

2.1 User information

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

2.2 Intended use

Warning! Risk of injury and health hazard!

2.2.2 Preparing the Sample

Warning! Harmful and toxic substances!

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

2.2.3 Sample material

Warning! Toxic substances!

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

2.2.4 Sample weight

2.2.5 Spark stand

Warning! Optical radiation!

2.2.6 Sample clamp

Warning of hazardous voltage!

Warning of hand injury!

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

2.3 Prohibited operating conditions

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

2.4 Residual risks

General warning sign!

Warning of hazardous voltage!

Warning! Hot surface!

Warning! Risk of suffocation!

Warning! High loudness!

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

3 Spark stand plate

Warning! Toxic substances!

Warning! Hot surface!

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

Depending on the to be checked sample, the spark stand plate must be

1) Turn off the Plasma generator.

Figure 1: 75360121 - Mounted spark stand plate

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

4 75360121 – Adapter-Kit SPECTROLAB S

• Spark stand plate

• Cover for small parts

• Cooling block for

• Wire adapter (wire

SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB small parts- and wire adapter

4.2 Preparation of adapter

Figure 3: 75360121 - Mounted sample holder