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			Shimadzo Model UV-160 Elemental analysis Sensitivity varies according to the element being analyzed Precision is generally close to 1% relative, depending on the element being analyzed In the absence of interferences, accuracy is aproximately 1 to 2% relative Sample Considerations Desired sample size is 1-2 grams Samples are acceptable in powder, chip, granule, turning, or thin sheet form Rod samples should be cut to ~1/16 inch thickness prior to submission Typical Application Determination of refractory elements W, Hf, and Zr in various materials Analysis of Si in aqueous solutions and oxide glasses   Above: Technician operating the Shimadzo Model UV-160   + Return to the Analytical Chemistry page... For further information please contact Dereck Johnson Atomic Absorption Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Vacuum Spectrometer Interstitial Gas Analysis C/S Determination Interstitial Gas Analysis N/O Determination Wet Chemistry X-Ray fluorescence Ultraviolet/Visible Spectrophotometer Phase Extraction
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