[SAVE] to store or [PRINT] to output.The XLt 898 is famous for its rugged touchscreen and physical keypad. The manual details how to navigate the user interface, how to log in (administrator vs. user modes), and how to set the date and time—crucial for organizing your data files later.
This is the core functionality. The manual explains the "Point, Shoot, and Analyze" workflow. It details: Niton Xlt 898 User Manual
In an age of YouTube tutorials, it’s easy to toss the manual aside. However, for an XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) analyzer, the manual is critical for three reasons: Press [SAVE] to store or [PRINT] to output
Check contents:
Use the [MODE] key to cycle through:
| Mode | Application | Typical time | |------|-------------|--------------| | Alloy | Metal grade identification | 5–10 sec | | Plastics | RoHS screening (Cd, Pb, Br) | 60–120 sec | | Soil | EPA Method 6200 | 90–180 sec | | Mining | Ore grade estimation | 60 sec | | Light Elements | Mg, Al, Si, P, S (requires helium purge) | 180 sec | The XLt 898 is famous for its rugged