Model : Berghof Speedwave Xpert

Provides highly sensitive multi-elemental analysis for trace metals.

The Berghof Speedwave Xpert is a high-performance microwave digestion system used for safe, efficient, and complete sample preparation before elemental analysis. It enables the digestion of solid and complex samples, producing clear liquid extracts suitable for accurate ICP-MS analysis.

Overview

Our laboratory utilizes the Berghof Speedwave Xpert Microwave Digester as a critical sample preparation system for elemental analysis. The instrument uses controlled microwave-assisted acid digestion to break down complex matrices such as soil, sludge, food, ash, waste, polymers, and industrial materials.

The resulting clear liquid digest is then diluted and introduced into the ICP-MS for reliable measurement of metals and trace elements.

What It Does

The Microwave Digester prepares solid and complex liquid samples for subsequent elemental analysis. It ensures complete digestion of difficult matrices, improving analytical accuracy, reproducibility, and data reliability.

  • Complete Sample Digestion Breaks down solid and complex sample matrices.
  • ICP-MS Sample Preparation Produces clear digests suitable for elemental analysis.
  • Safe Acid Digestion Controlled digestion under high temperature and pressure.

Key Applications

Microwave digestion supports accurate elemental analysis across environmental, food, industrial, and circular economy applications.

  • Soil & Sediment Prepares samples for total heavy metal analysis.
  • Sludge & Solid Waste Digests complex waste matrices for elemental testing.
  • Ash & Air Filters Supports analysis of ash and particulate matter samples.
  • Food Products Prepares food samples for toxic metal detection.
  • Agricultural Materials Supports trace mineral and contaminant analysis.
  • Industrial Materials Prepares raw materials, polymers, and by-products.
  • Recycled Materials Supports quality assessment of secondary raw materials.
  • Waste-to-Energy Residues Prepares residues for safety and reuse evaluation.

All devices are operated within standardized laboratory workflows to ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance with analytical standards.