SciAps X-550 XRF Analyzer — Lead Paint
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SciAps X-550 XRF Analyzer — Lead Paint
The SciAps X-550 (Lead Paint) is a handheld XRF analyzer configured exclusively for HUD-compliant lead-based paint testing. Using a high-resolution silicon drift detector (SDD), it delivers initial results in 1 second with automatic updates for increased precision. Substrate correction and GPS-tagged results support HUD/EPA compliance documentation. An integrated micro and macro camera enables photo-documentation of test areas. Runs on Android OS with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Well-suited for pre-renovation screening, LEED testing, and lead paint compliance programs.
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$630.00
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$1,495.00
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What is the SciAps X-550 XRF Analyzer used for?
It's a handheld XRF analyzer for non-destructive elemental screening of painted surfaces. It identifies lead-based paint on-site in seconds — supporting pre-renovation assessments, clearance decisions, abatement planning, and compliance documentation under HUD, EPA RRP, and OSHA lead standards.
XRF vs. paint chip lab analysis — what's the difference?
XRF is non-destructive and immediate — results in the field, no sampling or lab wait. Paint chip analysis is destructive and slower but may be required for dispute resolution or regulatory confirmation. Many programs use XRF for screening and lab analysis for confirmation where required.
How should lead paint XRF surveys be conducted?
Measure multiple representative points per component, document substrate, paint condition, and exact test location. One reading per component is not sufficient — lead content can vary by paint layer and location. Use a defined measurement plan with consistent dwell time.
What causes inconsistent XRF readings?
Surface geometry, substrate type, multiple paint layers, and uneven film thickness. Use flat, stable contact where possible, repeat measurements near decision thresholds, and document conditions at each test point.
What should I do when a reading is near the regulatory threshold (1.0 mg/cm² or 0.5%)?
Re-test the same point, test adjacent points, and if the decision has regulatory or abatement consequences, confirm with your project's required method. Borderline readings require more data, not a snap decision.
What anode does this unit use, and what threshold does that mean for HUD compliance?
This unit uses a rhodium (Rh) anode. Per its published HUD Performance Characteristic Sheet (PCS), at the 1.0 mg/cm² action level a rhodium anode uses a 0.9 mg/cm² threshold in either Timed or Quick mode, with no inconclusive range at that level. Always confirm the specific PCS document matches this unit's anode, action level, and mode before making a compliance determination — RAECO's other X-550 configurations may use a different anode.
What documentation is required for a defensible XRF lead paint survey?
Record instrument serial number and operator, calibration/verification checks, date/time, building component description, substrate, measurement results, and photo documentation. Consistent documentation is as important as the readings themselves.
What does it cost to rent the SciAps X-550 XRF Analyzer (Lead Paint)?
$630/day and $2,390/week. Pricing beyond two weeks is by quote. For pre-renovation or abatement projects covering large buildings, the weekly rate represents significant savings over daily — most multi-unit or multi-floor lead surveys take several days to complete properly.
Exposure Hazards This Equipment Detects
Lead (Pb)
CAS:
7439-92-1
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Updated on March 09, 2026
PEL TWA
0.05 mg/m³ [0.03 mg/m³ Action Level] [29 CFR 1910.1025]
REL TWA
0.050 mg/m³ (as Pb)
TLV TWA
0.05 mg/m³ (Lead and inorganic compounds, as Pb) [1991]
Features & Capabilities
| Datalogging: | ✓ Yes |
| Monitoring Scope: | Area Monitoring |
Equipment Specifications
| Excitation Source: | 5 W X-ray tube: 40 kV, 200 µA rhodium (Rh) anode |
| Detector Type: | 20 mm² silicon drift detector (SDD), 140 eV resolution FWHM at 5.95 keV Mn K-alpha line |
| X-ray Filtering: | Standard 1-position filter (upgradeable to 5 positions with additional apps) |
| Analytical Range: | Pb (lead) standard - this unit is calibrated for Lead Paint testing only; up to 32 elements available with additional app upgrades (not installed on this unit) |
| Result Speed: | Initial results in 1 second, with automatic updates for increased precision |
| Available Apps: | Lead Paint |
| Calibration Method: | Calibrated/verified using the included metal calibration clip (stainless steel check standard) and wooden lead paint calibration standard block; no additional application-specific calibration standards included, regardless of installed apps |
| Connectivity: | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB |
| Camera: | Integrated micro and macro camera for photo-documentation |
| Display: | 2.7-inch color capacitive touchscreen |
| Operating Temperature Range: | 10°F to 130°F at 25% duty cycle |
| Regulatory Certifications: | CE, RoHS, USFDA registered, Canada RED Act |
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