This refurbished Olympus Vanta Element-S is optimized specifically for real-world geochemical fieldwork — from surface soil surveying to subsurface exploration sampling. With its enabled 3-beam geochem excitation system, the Element-S captures a broad suite of elements relevant for mineral prospecting, pathfinder mapping, alteration studies, and environmental baseline assessments. Explorers and geologists can generate high-confidence elemental readings in seconds, directly in the field, without costly delays waiting for lab turnarounds.

Built for rugged field deployment, the Element-S combines analytical sensitivity with durability and efficient workflow speed. Users can rapidly analyze soils, sediment, drill cuttings, rock chips, trench exposures, tailings or stockpiles — then export results instantly for GIS integration, anomaly targeting, and sampling strategy refinement. This is an ideal instrument for mining operations, junior exploration companies, academic geochemistry campaigns, and environmental geoscience applications where portability and data reliability matter.

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Highlights

• Purpose-configured for geochemistry and soil mineral mapping
• Real-time, field-deployable elemental analysis
• 3-Beam excitation for light → heavy element coverage
• Fast measurement speed and low detection limits
• Compact, rugged, dirt-resistant and field-ready

Typical Applications

• Soil & sediment geochemistry surveys
• REE & critical-mineral exploration
• Pathfinding and anomaly delineation
• Drill-program decision support
• Mine-site grade control & stockpile verification
• Tailings & waste characterization
• Environmental monitoring & remediation assessment

Included

• Factory-refurbished Olympus Vanta Element-S unit
• Two, NEW Lithium-Ion Batteries
• Battery Charger and Power Supply
• Hard Transport Case with Custom Foam Interior
• Check Sample
• All handheld XRF documentation
• Backed by Alloy Geek 6 Month Warranty & Product Support
• Introductory Training

Portable, rugged, and tuned for 3-beam geochemical performance, this Vanta Element-S delivers reliable elemental data for soil analysis, drilling campaigns, mineral discovery, and production-level grade control — at a fraction of new-unit cost.

Technical Specifications

X-Ray Tube

50kV, Fast, stable excitation for a broad range of elements+

Detector

High-resolution Silicon Drift Detector (SDD) - Excellent performance on light and heavy elements

3-Beam Elemental Ranges

• Beam 1 (40 kV) - Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Se, Rb, Sr, Y, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb, Ba, W, Au, Hg, Pb, Bi, Th, U, LE
• Beam 2 (10 kV) - Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Cl, Ca, Ti, Mn
• Beam 3 (50 kV) - Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb, Ba, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, LE

Construction & Durability

• IP65 dust/water rating
• MIL-STD-810G drop-tested
• Rugged magnesium-alloy chassis
• Heat-resistant design for continuous industrial use

Display & Interface

• Intuitive touchscreen interface
• Grade match, chemistry view, and trend functions
• Integrated data export: USB, Wi-Fi, and optional Bluetooth
• Onboard reporting templates

Weight

Approx. 3.3 lb (1.5 kg), depending on configuration

Why Buy from Alloy Geek?

• These Handheld XRF units are factory refurbished prior to shipping
• Expert support from real industry professionals
• Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
• Trusted by recyclers, refiners, and manufacturers across North America

Looking to add additional modes? Let us configure your analyzer with the specific mode(s) you need.

Condition & Warranty

• Condition: Factory refurbished, Excellent Condition!
• Warranty: 6 month Alloy Geek warranty
• Performance Verification: XRF units are verified prior to shipment

💡 Alloy Geek Pro Tip 💡

The Vanta Element-S is one of the most affordable handheld XRF units for Geochem on the market—it allows you to measure Rare Earth Elements and Light Elements in the same handheld XRF!