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Polymer Films as Calibration Standards for X-ray Fluorescence Analysis

Published:1976 Issue: Volume:20 Page:411-421
ISSN:0376-0308
Container-title:Advances in X-ray Analysis
language:en
Short-container-title:Adv. x-ray anal.

Author:

Dzubay T. G.,Lamothe P. J.,Yasuda H.

Abstract

A new type of calibration standard has been developed for X-ray fluorescence analysis of thin samples. Each standard consists of a polymer film containing a single calibration element. The film is cast from a homogeneous solution containing known amounts of an organometallic compound and a polymer. Polymers of cellulose acetate-propionate and polystyrene are used because of their low moisture affinity. The films have a low (2-4 mg/cm2) mass per unit area for minimal X-ray attenuation. Standards of V, Co, Hi, and Pb have been successfully made. Typical concentrations of 20 μg/cm2 yield excellent spectra with a low background. The method shows promise for making standards of additional elements.

Publisher

Cambridge University Press (CUP)

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