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    Legacy model. The WX-8000 is no longer part of Preekem's current lineup. Current alternatives: U2 ultra-microwave (flagship, 200 bar / 300 °C) or M6 mid-range (3 rotor types, 160 samples/day). Service, spare parts, and consumables for installed WX-8000 continue to be ensured via Labsense.
    WX-8000 microwave digestion, Preekem (legacy)

    Preekem

    WX-8000 microwave digestion Legacy

    Previous high-pressure microwave digestion for total analysis of environmental samples and petrochemical matrices, up to 100 bar and 250 °C. Superseded by U2 and M6 in Preekem's current range.

    Applications

    • Total analysis of soil, sediment and sludge for ICP
    • Petroleum, lubricating oil and polymer digestion
    • Waste and ash analysis in environmental monitoring
    • Food and biota samples for trace metals

    Specifications

    Microwave power 1500 W, pulse-controlled
    Max pressure 100 bar
    Max temperature 250 °C
    Rotor systems Interchangeable, 8, 12, 16, 40 positions
    Vessel material TFM, PTFE
    Monitoring Pressure and temperature per vessel
    Safety Rupture discs, ventilated chamber
    Operating temperature 10 – 35 °C

    Description

    The WX-8000 is a closed microwave system that enables complete digestion of organic and inorganic matrices in concentrated acids. High pressure and temperature capacity mean that even difficult-to-dissolve samples (coal, refractories, polymers) can be fully analysed without residue.

    Built-in pressure and temperature monitoring per vessel provides full safety and method validation capability. TFM/PTFE rotors in multiple sizes make the same instrument suitable for both small environmental samples and larger petrochemical matrices.

    Service & support

    Microwave digestion is safety-classified equipment where pressure vessels, seals and safety membranes must remain in certified condition. Our Preekem technicians perform factory-approved service on WX-8000 microwave digestion systems with documented traceability.

    • Annual check of pressure, temperature and safety functions per manufacturer protocol.
    • Original consumables: TFM/PTFE vessels, rupture discs, gaskets and pressure-sensor seals.
    • Fast troubleshooting for magnetron, sensor or rotor failures.

    About our service

    Buying guide from Labsense

    Choosing the right sample preparation: 6 tips

    Fusion (Katanax) or microwave (Preekem)? Sample type, throughput and safety guide the choice.

    Read the guide

    Request quote for WX-8000 microwave digestion

    Submit sample type, capacity requirements and operating environment and an application specialist will come back to you with a complete proposal, instrument, consumables and service contract.

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    Common comparisons

    Preekem WX-8000 is a microwave digestion system (microwave oven for sample preparation) that customers frequently evaluate alongside the Milestone ETHOS UP and ultraWAVE, CEM MARS 6, Anton Paar Multiwave 5000/7000, and Berghof speedwave. WX-8000 offers a high-pressure rotor per US EPA 3051A/3052 with fibre-optic temperature monitoring and Nordic service through Labsense.

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