Spectro Analytical Instruments have introduced the Spectro Midex MID05 spectrometer—a fifth-generation, small-spot energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (ED-XRF) analyser for precious metal testing. The new, compact Spectro Midex MID05 spectrometer delivers improved sensitivity and speed, and represents an alternative to fire assay testing. The new analyser offers users the choice of significantly increased precision, even for minor and trace element content, or substantially faster testing for higher sample throughput.