To complement our existing services, ALS now offers PhotonAssay analysis for gold. This method is most suitable for coarse gold mineralisation where analysis of a large sample aliquot is advantageous.
PhotonAssay analysis works by bombarding samples with high-energy X-Rays which excite atomic nuclei that produce gamma rays at signature energies, allowing for gold detection. Typically, samples are crushed and ~500 grams of material used for analysis, however finely pulverised samples may also be assayed. Analysis is non-destructive, not requiring sample decomposition therefore the material may be retained for other uses. Prior to selecting PhotonAssay as a method, it is advisable to understand whether it is appropriate for your project as low levels of U and/or Th, and moderate amounts of Ba interfere with gold detection.
Please contact your local Client Services group for information on whether PhotonAssay is suitable for your project.
Code | Analyte | Range (ppm) | Description |
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Au-PA01 | Au | 0.03-350ppm | Au by PhotonAssay Analysis on 500g of crushed sample |