The Hitachi High-Tech X-MET8000 range is a family of handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers designed for rapid, on-site elemental analysis and material identification. The range enables users to identify alloy grades and determine the chemical composition of a wide variety of materials without damaging the sample.
Weighing approximately 1.5 kg, the X-MET8000 is designed for portable operation in laboratories, manufacturing facilities, recycling plants, mining sites, and other demanding environments. Its icon-based touchscreen interface requires minimal operator training, while its rugged construction is IP54 rated and tested to MIL-STD-810G standards.
Depending on the configuration, the X-MET8000 range can analyze elements from Mg to U, with advanced models offering optimized analysis through multi-position filters, high-performance detectors, and application-specific calibrations. Results can be stored on the instrument, exported through USB or PC, or managed through Hitachi’s ExTOPE Connect data-management platform.
Why choose an X-MET8000 handheld XRF analyzer?
Superior performance
- The X-MET XRF analyzer provides great light elements (Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Cl) analysis, low limits of detection, and outstanding precision for results you can trust, day after day.
- Test a wide range of materials with its versatile standardless fundamental parameters (FP) methods, or use its empirical calibrations when results traceability and superior accuracy are needed.
Easy to use
- With its large touchscreen and icon-driven user interface, the user training required to operate the X-ray spectrometer analyzer is minimal.
Superb ergonomics
- Light (it’s only 1.5kg), compact, and balanced, you can use the X-MET for long periods of time with minimum fatigue.
Robust for low cost of ownership
- IP54 compliant (equivalent to NEMA 3), splash water and dust proof, you can use the X-MET confidently indoors or outdoors.
- Tested to the MIL-STD-810G military grade standard for robustness.
- Its optional shield prevents costly detector repairs when measuring rough surfaces.
Advanced data management
- Total flexibility: Store up to 100,000 results on-board the X-MET, export reports on a USB flash drive or a PC, or automatically store the X-MET data securely in the ExTOPE Connect.
The X-MET8000 Handheld XRF Analyzer Won’t Let You Down

Applications
| X-MET8000 Smart | X-MET8000 Optimum | X-MET8000 Expert | |
| Scrap metal recycling | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Positive material identification (PMI) inspection | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Manufacturing & PMI QA/QC | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Precious metals | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Regulatory compliance screening (consumer goods, packaging, raw materials…) | ✔ | ✔ X-MET8000 Expert CG | |
| Environmental soil screening | ✔ X-MET8000 Optimum Geo | ✔ X-MET8000 Expert Geo | |
| Ores and minerals | ✔ X-MET8000 Optimum Geo | ✔ X-MET8000 Expert Geo | |
| Metal coating thickness | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ X-MET8000 Expert / Expert CG |
| Archaeometry | ✔ | ✔ X-MET8000 Expert / Expert CG / Expert Geo |
