Flame Photometry Precision Alkali & Alkaline Earth Metal Analysis

Flame Photometry, also known as Flame Atomic Emission Spectrometry, is a simple and reliable technique used for the quantitative determination of alkali and alkaline earth metals such as sodium (Na), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), and lithium (Li). At SIMA LABS, our advanced flame photometer systems ensure accurate and rapid analysis of these essential elements in a variety of matrices—supporting both quality control and regulatory testing needs.

Key Offerings:

Pharmaceuticals

Estimation of sodium and potassium content in raw materials and formulations.

Agriculture

Soil and fertilizer testing for macro-nutrient content.

Industrial & Chemical

Analysis of salts and chemicals used in manufacturing and production processes.

Nutraceuticals & Food

Quantification of essential minerals in health supplements, dairy, beverages, and processed foods.

Environmental Monitoring

Detection of alkali metals in water samples (drinking water, wastewater, and effluents).

Applications

Flame Photometry is a reliable analytical technique used for the rapid and accurate quantification of alkali and alkaline earth metals—such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and lithium—in a variety of sample matrices. Widely utilized in pharmaceuticals, food, agriculture, and environmental testing, this method supports routine quality control by ensuring elemental consistency, nutritional adequacy, and regulatory compliance.

Primarily sodium (Na), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), lithium (Li), and barium (Ba).

It provides excellent accuracy for routine analysis when calibrated properly using certified reference standards.

Flame photometry is best suited for low to moderate concentration levels (ppm range). For ultra-trace detection, ICP techniques are more appropriate.

Primarily, flame photometry is used for liquid samples. Solid samples must be digested or dissolved into liquid form prior to analysis.

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