Coating Thickness Devices
VRAY’s XRF Coating Thickness Analyzers deliver fast, accurate, and non-destructive measurement of coating and plating layers across various materials. Utilizing advanced X-ray fluorescence technology, these devices provide reliable thickness analysis for single or multi-layer coatings—including gold, nickel, chromium, zinc, and more—with exceptional precision. Ideal for quality control in manufacturing, electroplating, electronics, and automotive industries, our analyzers feature user-friendly interfaces, rapid results, and robust calibration capabilities. Whether used in the lab or on the production line, VRAY ensures enhanced efficiency, reduced waste, and consistent product quality.
| VR-XAU | VR-XD1000 | |
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| Machine size | 545 x380 x 435mm | 550 x760 x 635mm |
| Sample chamber size | 500x300x210mm | - |
| Weight | 48kg | 100kg |
| Detector | Si-Pin detector | PC Counter detector |
| Power supply | 100-220V | 100-220V |
| Excitation source Target | W target | W target |
| Rated power | - | 0 |
| Temperature | 10℃-35℃ | 10℃-35℃ |
| Humidity | 40%-70% relative humi | 40%-70% relative humi |
| Display | - | - |
| Style | Benchtop | Benchtop |
Coating Thickness Devices Overview
VRAY’s series of coating thickness analyzers offers a comprehensive range of non-destructive testing solutions designed to meet diverse industrial needs for precision, efficiency, and reliability. Utilizing advanced X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology, these devices deliver accurate measurements of single and multi-layer coatings—including precious metals, alloys, and functional platings—on various substrates. With features such as micro-focus X-ray sources, intelligent EFP algorithms, automated platforms, and user-friendly software, VRAY’s analyzers ensure high repeatability and ease of operation. Ideal for quality control, process optimization, and compliance monitoring in industries such as electronics, automotive, aerospace, jewelry, and surface finishing, these instruments combine cutting-edge innovation with practical functionality to support superior product quality and operational excellence.
Three Product Categories
VRAY’s coating thickness analyzers are strategically divided into three distinct categories to meet varying industrial requirements, budgets, and technical demands. Each category is engineered to deliver precision, reliability, and user-friendly operation while addressing specific application environments—from routine quality checks to advanced research and high-throughput automated inspection.
High Cost-Effective Series:
Ideal for small to medium enterprises or applications requiring essential coating measurement capabilities without compromising accuracy. Models like the VR-T5 Plus feature compact designs, intuitive software for measuring coatings on gold plating, precious metals plating and common plating materials such as Zn, Sn, and Ni. These systems offer excellent value with minimal training requirements and are widely used in electroplating shops, and jewelry manufacturing.
Professional Performance Series:
Designed for laboratories and industries where higher precision, multi-layer analysis, and expanded elemental detection are critical. Instruments such as the VR-XAU incorporate high-resolution Si-PIN detectors, advanced EFP algorithms, and enhanced optical systems for measuring complex coating structures—including alloy layers, light elements, and sub-micron thicknesses. These analyzers support compliance with international standards and are preferred in aerospace, military, automotive, and precious metal refining sectors.
High-End Automated Series:
Products like the VR-XD1000 integrate programmable XY stages, up to down optical path, multi-layer analysis, and expanded elemental detection are critical. Capable of handling, curved surfaces, and nanoscale coatings, these systems are used in semiconductor production, PCB fabrication, renewable energy components, and advanced material research.
Whether you need an economical solution for daily checks, a professional tool for R&D, or a fully automated system for production lines, VRAY offers a tailored coating thickness analyzer to enhance quality control and operational efficiency.
Coating Thickness Analyzer: VR-XAU
1. Product Overview
The VRAY VR-XAU is a high-precision, non-destructive coating thickness analyzer designed for advanced multi-layer coating measurement. Utilizing X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology, it delivers accurate and reliable thickness analysis for up to 23 layers simultaneously, making it ideal for applications in precious metal plating, electronics, automotive, aerospace, and quality control laboratories. With features such as a high-precision moving platform, manual zoom functionality, and intelligent software, the VR-XAU ensures efficient and user-friendly operation while maintaining strict compliance with international standards.
2. Key Features
- Multi-Layer Analysis: Capable of measuring up to 23 coating layers simultaneously.
- Wide Element Range: Analyzes elements from Potassium (K₁₉) to Uranium (U₉₂)
- Advanced EFP Algorithm: Enhances measurement accuracy and reliability.
- High Precision Moving Platform: XY moving platform with 50mm x 50mm range for accurate positioning.
- Microfocus X-Ray Tube & Si-Pin Detector: Ensures high resolution and sensitivity.
- Zoom and Focus Capabilities:Optical zoom: 38-46X, digital zoom: 400-200X.
- Manual zoom and focus with a high-sensitivity lens and color CCD.
- Distance Compensation: Measures uneven and special-shaped samples with a zoom range of 0-30mm.
- Low Light Focusing Technology: Minimizes spot diffusion to below 10% for precise targeting
- User-Friendly Software: Automatically detects faults and guides users through corrective steps.
- Compliance: Meets DIN ISO 3497, DIN 50987, and ASTM B568 standards
3. Advantages
- Non-Destructive Testing: Preserves sample integrity while providing precise measurements.
- High Efficiency: Reduces testing time to 60 seconds per analysis.
- Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of industries including jewelry, electronics, automotive, and more.
- Enhanced Accuracy: Delivers reliable data for coatings as thin as Au: 0.182µm, Pd: 0.352µm, and Pt: 1.157µm.
- Cost-Effective: Helps reduce material waste and improve quality control processes.
- Easy Operation: Intuitive software and automated features minimize training requirements and operator errors.
- Robust Design: Built for laboratory and industrial environments with a durable structure and advanced thermal management.
Ideal for quality assurance and research applications, the VR-XAU combines cutting-edge technology with practical functionality to meet the demanding needs of modern coating thickness analysis.
Coating Thickness Analyzer: VR-XD 1000
1. Product Overview
The VR-XD1000 is a high-cost-effective X-ray fluorescence (XRF) coating thickness analyzer designed for versatile and efficient measurement of single or multi-layer coatings and plating bath compositions. With its advanced micro-focusing X-ray source and intelligent EFP algorithm, it delivers rapid, non-destructive, and highly accurate analysis even on oversized workpieces, complex shapes, and samples with recessed or uneven surfaces. Ideal for industries such as automotive, electronics, electric power, and metal finishing, the XD-1000 combines performance, ease of use, and reliability in a compact benchtop system.
2. Key Features
- Up-to-Down Optical Path: Enables stable and efficient measurement of large, irregularly shaped samples and multi-point testing.
- Micro-Focusing X-Ray Source: Integrated optical system allows analysis of tiny areas as small as 0.01mm².
- Zoom and Distance Correction: Measures samples with varying surface heights and recesses within a 0–90mm range.
- Advanced EFP Algorithm: Supports multi-layer and multi-element coating analysis, including composition and thickness of alloy layers and repeated elements across layers.·
- Spectral Decomposition Technology: Red interference from adjacent elements, enhancing accuracy and detection limits.
- User-Friendly Interface: Simplified operation with intuitive software guiding calibration, measurement, and fault diagnosis.
- Wide Application Support: Suitable for Zn/Fe, ZnNi/Fe, Sn/Cu, Ag/Sn, Cr/Ni/Cu, and many other coating systems.
3. Advantages
- High Accuracy and Repeatability: Delivers reliable thickness and composition data essential for quality assurance.
- Non-Destructive Testing: Preserves sample integrity while providing instant results.
- Adaptable to Complex Geometries: Capable of measuring recessed, curved, and oversized components with ease.
- Time and Cost Efficient: Reduces waste and rework through fast analysis and minimal sample preparation.
- Broad Industry Use: Ideal for automotive parts, sanitary hardware, electronics, electric power components, and general metal finishing.
- Low Operating Cost: Energy-efficient design with minimal maintenance requirements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Helps users meet international standards for coating quality and material composition.
Ideal for both quality control laboratories and production floors, the VR-XD1000 offers a powerful yet economical solution for modern coating thickness and material analysis challenges.