Overview
The AELAB CX-9800 Optical Emission Spectrometer performs fast and accurate elemental analysis for metal manufacturing and quality control laboratories. Utilizing advanced CCD/CMOS detector technology, the CX-9800 optical emission spectrometer completes full-spectrum analysis within seconds while maintaining high analytical stability.
Designed for affordability and precision, the AELAB CX-9800 Optical Emission Spectrometer supports simultaneous multi-element detection across a wide wavelength range and allows additional analytical methods to be implemented through software without hardware modification.
⚙️ Design & Construction
The AELAB CX-9800 Optical Emission Spectrometer employs a Paschen-Runge optical structure with a 400 mm Rowland circle to ensure high spectral resolution. The optical chamber features automatic temperature control and vacuum regulation between 6–15 Pa. The instrument housing supports both benchtop and floor-standing configurations with integrated storage for consumables and spare parts.
🔬 Working Principle / Testing Method
The CX-9800 optical emission spectrometer excites metal samples using a controlled digital arc, spark, or plasma source. Emitted characteristic spectra are dispersed by the Paschen-Runge optical system and detected by high-resolution CCD/CMOS arrays. The system quantifies elemental concentrations by analyzing spectral intensities with calibrated software algorithms.
💡 Key Advantages
- Simultaneous analysis of up to 31 elements across 130–800 nm
- High sensitivity enabled by CCD/CMOS detector technology
- Fast analysis time with results delivered within seconds
- Supports minimum sample diameter of 1 mm for small samples
- Automatic vacuum and temperature stabilization for optical consistency
- Expandable analysis methods via software updates without hardware changes
- Available in benchtop or floor module configurations
🔗 Connectivity & Integration
The AELAB CX-9800 Optical Emission Spectrometer integrates with laboratory information systems through PC-based analytical software. The platform supports data storage, method expansion, and long-term performance updates with free technology support and software upgrades.
🧠 Model Insight
Model Configuration Overview – AELAB CX-9800 Series
| Model |
Pixel Resolution |
Power Consumption |
Configuration |
| CX-9800 |
30 pm |
300 W Excitation |
Routine Metal Analysis |
| CX-9800PRO |
10 pm |
700 W Excitation |
High-Sensitivity Multi-Element Analysis |
🧪 Testing Applications
The AELAB CX-9800 Optical Emission Spectrometer is widely used in metal production and processing industries, including primary metal producers, foundries, die casting facilities, and manufacturing plants. Typical applications include elemental analysis of iron, aluminum, copper, zinc, and alloy materials for quality control and process optimization.

Compliance & Quality Assurance
The AELAB CX-9800 Optical Emission Spectrometer is manufactured under ISO-aligned quality systems and supports GLP-compliant laboratory workflows. Stable calibration, traceable measurement performance, and controlled operating conditions ensure consistent analytical reliability for industrial and laboratory environments.