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Best Practices for Rapid and Accurate Elemental Analysis in Mining and Refining
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In this episode, thought leaders dive deep into discussing how ICP-OES and ICP-MS are used in the mining and refining of lithium-ion batteries to ensure accurate analysis, manage high-TDS samples, and detect ultra-trace elements.
In this episode, industry experts explore the critical role of ICP-OES and ICP-MS elemental analysis techniques during the mining and refining stages of lithium-ion battery production. The discussion highlights how these techniques help ensure accurate characterization of ores and brines, manage high total dissolved solids (TDS) samples, and detect trace and ultra-trace elements to improve quality, safety, and efficiency. Experts emphasize the importance of proper sample preparation, including digestion and handling, as well as the use of reference materials to maintain comparability and reliability across laboratories.
Listeners will gain insights into best practices for ICP-OES, including adapting sample introduction components for challenging matrices, and when to employ ICP-MS for high-sensitivity trace analysis of rare or unusual elements. The panel also touches on the complementary use of both techniques to optimize data accuracy and efficiency, and the emerging potential to combine results for deeper insights into ore composition and refining processes.
Key takeaways from this episode include:
- Advantages of ICP-OES for handling high-TDS and particulate-rich samples.
- Situations where ICP-MS is preferred for ultra-trace element detection.
- Best practices for sample preparation, storage, and digestion.
- The role of reference materials for consistency and comparability across labs.
- Combining ICP-OES and ICP-MS data for improved analysis and process insights.
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