X-Ray Fluorescence Gun Demo and Teardown

Applied Science · Demo · 23 min · 2020 · YouTube title: Demo and teardown of an X-ray fluorescence gun (measures chemical composition)

Why it's here

HN recommends it as a hands-on introduction to XRF and a fascinating teardown showing the x-ray tube and beryllium windows.

What it covers

Ben Krasnow of Applied Science demonstrates an X-ray fluorescence gun that measures chemical composition, tears it down, analyzes its failure, and discusses a new XRF technology appearing on eBay.