What this opportunity is
NASA is seeking to procure a Rigaku Supermini 200 Benchtop Spectrometer, a high-powered wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence instrument designed for elemental analysis. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses under NAICS 334516, as it pertains to the manufacturing of scientific instruments. The notice type is a Special Notice, indicating that interested vendors should monitor for potential future solicitations rather than submitting bids at this stage.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
STATEMENT OF WORK
1. Objective/Requirements
The NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) requires the procurement of a Rigaku
Supermini 200 Benchtop Spectrometer.
2. Characteristics, Scope, and Specs
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DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 A00012256 Supermini200 High Powered Benchtop Wavelength-
Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer
The Supermini200 is the world’s first high powered
benchtop wavelength-dispersive (WD) XRF spectrometer
available. The Supermini200 provides superior sensitivity
and spectral resolution resulting in low levels of detection
with excellent precision and accuracy for elemental
analysis from Fluorine to Uranium on the Periodic Table
of Elements. Simple operation and low cost of ownership
provided in a compact benchtop cabinet.
• Benchtop Cabinet, 580(W)× 640mm(D)×
630mm(H), 98kg
• High Frequency X-ray Generator
• High Precision Goniometer with Temperature
Stabilizer
• Flow-Proportional Counter (F-PC) Detector
• Scintillation Counter (SC) Detector
• Helium Gas Flush Attachment
• Windows Based Applications Software
Including:
Subkit for Supermini200 (SUPERMINI200-SUBKIT)
• P-10 Gas Regulator (8-350)
• X-ray Warning Signs (INS-XRAY-SIGNS)
• Radiation Safety Handbook (HANDBOOK, NBS
111)
• Periodic Table of Elements (PERIODIC TABLE)
• Sample Setting Jig
Helium Gas Regulator (8L-580)
Included with A00012256 - 200 Watt End Window X-ray
Tube, Pd Target
200 Watt End Window X-ray Tube, Pd Target
The Supermini200 has been designed with optimal
performance using an air-cooled 200W end window x-ray
tube with a Pd target. The 200W x-ray tube results in
super sensitivity while remaining a benchtop XRF
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instrument. The tube is positioned below the sample
allowing the analysis of solid, liquid, and loose powders
(liquid and loose powder samples require helium purge
option). No cooling water required.
• 50kV, 4.0mA = 200W Power
• Pd Target
Note: 3 Year warranty needed on X-ray Tube
Included with SUPERMINI200:
12-Position Automatic Sample Changer
The Supermini200 includes an easy to use bidirectional
12-position automatic sample changer to allow loading of
up to 12 samples for unattended measurement. Samples
may be added or removed while a sample is in the process
of being analyzed. This built-in sample changer provides
automation, convenience, and increased sample
throughput with minimal user intervention.
Sample Spin Capability
• Sample spinning (30 revolutions per minute) is
provided to improve sampling statistics when
required.
• Multipurpose Sample Holder with 30mm Mask
• (3009B013), Qty 12
• Sample holder to hold any sample type
• Holes in sample holder body allow for better
dispersion when used in helium atmosphere
• 30mm measuring area on sample surface
• Maximum sample size = 44mm outer diameter x
33mm thick
• Includes Center Rings for Sample Cells
845317G Center Ring for Solid Sample 20mmH, Qty 12
1030232 Sample Prep Kit for Supermini200 - (To be used
for liquids, powders and oils)
Zr Automatic Primary Beam Filter
A single Zr automatic primary beam filter is included to
remove the Pd-K spectral lines resulting from the Pd target
x-ray tube enabling the analysis of Cd, Ru, Rh, Pd, Ag, In.
3 Crystal Exchanger
Includes:
LiF(200) crystal for the analysis of Ti-U
PET Crystal for the analysis of Al-Ti
RX-26 Multilayer Crystal O - Mg
PC-XRF
Computer Configuration for X-Ray Fluorescence
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PC Computer for instrument control and data processing.
Specifications
• Intel CoreTM i7 Processor
• 32.0 GB RAM
• Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi with Bluetooth 5
• Internal Audio Speaker
• 27” Screen
• Dual Monitor Capability
• 512 GB Hard Drive, SSD
• 8X DVD+/-RW, 9.5 Optical Disk Drive
• 4 USB ports, 2 on the front, 2 on back
• 6 USB3 ports 2 on the front, 4 on the back
• Keyboard, USB 2 Button Scroll Mouse and Pad
• Microsoft Windows 11 PRO, 64 bit
• MS Office 2021 Home and Business
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Two (2) Ethernet Ports required
• 3 yr Basic Limited Warranty, 3 yr NBD On-Site
Service from Dell
Notes: Above configuration to be provided. Customer to
ensure networking capabilities provided to facilitate
installation. Includes software integration and testing
ZSX Control, Measurement & Analysis Software
• EZ Analysis with simplified interface for easy
measurement.
• EZ Scan where the number of input items are
minimized for fast and easy for qualitative and
semi-quantitative analysis with SQX software.
• Empirical regression analysis (5 matrix correction
models)
• Fundamental Parameters (FP) Analysis
(Bulk/Thin Film)
• Programmable "Batch Runs"
• Thin Film Software for FP for up to 10 Layers
• Automated PHA adjustment
• Complete off-line qualitative & quantitative
programs
• Data transmitting program
• Password control to protect sensitive information
A00009923 Programmable Operation Software
Preset time and intervals for analysis.
301AB009 SQX Software for Semi-Quant Analysis
SQX is the most powerful standard less, semi-quantitative
analysis software program available. Accurate results are
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obtained by Fundamental Parameters (FP) and an internal
Common Library for the full range of measureable
elements without the use of standards.
• Fundamental Parameters (FP)
• No standards required
• Scan and fixed angle analysis methods
• Common Library of sensitivity factors
3016B010 Includes:
• Drift Correction Samples (1 set): DCS-G1
• SQX Matching Library
• Improves accuracy for semi-quantitative analysis
by matching the unknown sample with standard(s)
from a user established Matching Library.
• Matching Library automatically searches for the
best matched standard and applies matrix
corrections for higher accuracy SQX results.
301AB013 SQX Scatter FP Software
A new Fundamental Parameter method that uses Compton
and Thomson scattered tube spectral line intensities for the
accurate determination of the total composition of
unmeasured light elements as a whole. This contributes
greatly to increased accuracy of semi-quantitative analysis
compared to simple balance methods.…
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