SciAps Inc. Unveils Advanced Handheld Vis-NIR Analyzer for Mineral Exploration
SciAps, a global leader in scientific instruments and technology solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated handheld Vis-NIR (Visible and Near-Infrared) analyzer, called the reveNIR. This cutting-edge device is engineered to set new benchmarks for mineral reconnaissance and exploration, offering enhanced precision and portability for geologists and field professionals across the globe.
The discontinuation of the ASD Halo, a previous industry standard, left a significant gap in the market, with existing solutions unable to meet the specific needs of modern mineral exploration. In SciAps response, SciAps has developed the reveNIR analyzer, which addresses these challenges by providing a compact, powerful, and technologically advanced solution that delivers accurate field analysis. With the goal of empowering professionals to make faster and more informed decisions on-site, SciAps has designed the reveNIR analyzer to excel in a wide range of demanding conditions.
A Leap Forward for the Industry
The introduction of the reveNIR analyzer represents a significant milestone for the mineral exploration community. “We’ve designed this device to be lightweight, rugged, and technologically advanced,” said a company spokesperson. “Our goal is to empower geologists and field professionals to make faster, more accurate decisions where it matters most—right in the field. By combining trusted legacy with cutting-edge innovation, we’re filling a critical gap in the industry and setting a new standard for efficiency and performance in exploration tools.” The reveNIR analyzer is poised to enhance the way mineral exploration teams work, particularly in challenging and remote locations.
Key Features of the reveNIR Analyzer
- Reflectance Spectra Analysis: The reveNIR analyzer operates within a spectral range of 350 to 2510 nm, enabling it to record reflectance spectra that predict mineral compositions. This provides geologists with valuable data on the mineral content of the rocks and formations they encounter. The device includes a basic mineral spectral library of 50 essential exploration minerals and supports user-defined spectral additions, ensuring its adaptability for a wide range of exploration needs.
- Portability: Weighing in at under 4.5 lbs, including the battery, the reveNIR is designed for maximum portability. It is 2 lbs lighter and 50% smaller than the ASD Halo, making it the ideal tool for use in challenging terrains, including mountainous areas and remote mines that are only accessible by helicopter or small plane. The small, lightweight design allows users to take the device into areas where larger, heavier equipment would be impractical.
- Versatility: The reveNIR analyzer is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of applications. It is suitable for reconnaissance, core logging, rock chip analysis, and expanded mapping areas, providing professionals with a comprehensive tool to assess outcrops, measure positions, and evaluate the mineralogy of geological formations. This makes it an essential asset for field professionals who need to conduct in-depth analysis in various settings.
- On-Site Mineral Identification: One of the most valuable features of the reveNIR analyzer is its ability to detect key minerals in real time. It can identify minerals such as Epidote, Calcite, Chlorite, Kaolinite, Halloysite, Montmorillonite, Muscovite, Illite, Smectites, Dickite, Hematite, Goethite, Rectorite, and various Rare Earth Oxides. This ability to detect specific minerals directly in the field is essential for pinpointing ore bodies and guiding drilling operations. The analyzer can significantly enhance the exploration process by enabling users to quickly and accurately identify minerals of interest.
- Rapid Decision-Making: The reveNIR analyzer eliminates the need for laboratory testing, enabling real-time mineral spectra analysis on-site. This helps geologists make immediate decisions, adjusting exploration strategies and planning based on the results. The ability to make rapid decisions in the field without waiting for lab results greatly increases the efficiency of the exploration process, reducing costly delays and enabling quicker results.
About SciAps
SciAps, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in handheld portable analytical instruments for measuring any element, anywhere on the planet. Their industry-leading X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and laser-based (LIBS) analyzers are used across a variety of sectors, from manufacturing to environmental analysis. In the Electric Vehicle and Strategic Metals Markets, SciAps has developed the PowerHouse X, the most powerful XRF on the market, which is optimal for light and heavy rare earth elements, providing the best limits of detection.
