Analysis of Trace Elements in High-Purity Copper Using the Prodigy DC Arc Spectrometer from Teledyne Leeman Labs

The analysis of trace elements in high-purity copper is challenging, using techniques that require sample digestion prior to analysis. DC Arc allows copper samples to be analyzed in their solid metallic form and continues to be the primary technique used by manufacturers of Grade 1 cathode copper as it provides the sensitivity required for the application. DC Arc also eliminates the need for sample dissolution and greatly increases the speed with which samples are prepared and analyzed. This application note will demonstrate the ability of the Teledyne Leeman Lab’s Prodigy DC Arc to determine trace elements in high-purity copper.