Low Sulfur Analysis in Gasoline Fuels with Benchtop XRF Analyzers

Testing for sulfur concentration in gasoline fuels is accepted best practice, as sulfur concentration is one of the determining factors in gasoline quality. Determination of sulfur concentration in gasoline fuels is necessary both for processing purposes and QA/QC purposes. The amount of sulfur in gasoline fuels is also regulated on the state, national, and international level.

X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) is a recommended and accepted method for analysis of low sulfur (S) in gasoline and other fuels. ASTM D7220 – 06 outlines protocol and procedure as to the standard test method for sulfur in automotive fuels by polarization XRF, such as Benchtop XRF Analyzers.

Benchtop XRF Analyzers are the leader in providing XRF analysis of gasoline fuels according to ASTM D7220-06. With a detection limit of = 0.5 ppm sulfur, Benchtop XRF Analyzers provide some of the lowest limits of detection and best accuracy of any EDXRF system on the market, and at an excellent value.

Fast, precise, and with excellent repeatability, a Benchtop XRF Analyzer also provides analysis of other trace elements in gasoline fuels.

A detailed applications report describing the degree of accuracy, repeatability, and ease-of-use of Benchtop XRF Analyzers is available.