N1-10 XRF Gold Tester
The N1-10 is Napco’s bestselling portable XRF gold tester – combining laboratory-level accuracy with true handheld freedom. Trusted by over 15,000 jewelers, pawnshops, refineries, and field buyers worldwide.
Why the N1-10 is the world’s most popular handheld gold tester:
- 99.99%+ accuracy – same precision as benchtop units
- Ultra-fast 8–15 second results – perfect for high-volume counters and on-the-spot buying
- Fully non-destructive – test finished jewelry, coins, bars, and scrap without damage
- Detects every trick in the book → Plating & coated items → Gold-filled & rolled gold → Tungsten-filled bars → Fake hallmarks & counterfeit bullion
- Lightweight & rugged – only 1.6 kg with military-grade IP54 dust/water protection
- Smart one-hand operation – 5-inch color touchscreen + trigger activation
- No warm-up time – ready to test the moment you switch it on
- Long battery life – 10+ hours or 3,000+ tests per charge
- Built-in GPS & Wi-Fi – auto-stamps location and uploads results to cloud instantly
Elements Detected (25+): Au, Ag, Pt, Pd, Rh, Ru, Cu, Zn, Ni, Cd, Fe, Co, Ir, Os, W, Pb, Sn, Bi and more
Perfect for:
- Cash-for-gold & pawn counters
- Traveling gold buyers & estate purchasers
- Refinery intake & sorting
- Jewelry trade shows & auctions
- Bank vault verification
Included in the box:
- N1-10 handheld analyzer
- Two high-capacity Li-ion batteries + dock charger
- 316 stainless steel calibration check block
- Protective carrying case (Pelican-style)
- Sample test films & mini sample cups
- Wi-Fi & Bluetooth connectivity
- Lifetime free software updates
Implementation Tips
Get perfect results from Day 1:
- Place on stable table, 20 cm free space, dedicated power
- First start: auto self-check + 30-sec calibration with reference block
- Daily routine (60 sec): calibration check + wipe detector window
- Sample prep: clean flat surface, use thin film for scrap, switch to Coating Mode for plated items
- Training: 2 hours max – one-button operation, fraud alerts, print reports
- Pro moves:
- Connect to POS/Wi-Fi for auto-logging
- Add your logo to reports
- Use 1–2 mm collimator for rings & small items
- Maintenance: weekly air clean, yearly free Napco remote check
Overview & Challenge
| Overview | Traditional Challenge | N1-10 Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Handheld, laboratory-grade XRF analyzer | Acid tests destroy jewelry & take minutes | 8–15 sec non-destructive test, zero damage |
| 99.99%+ accuracy for Au, Ag, Pt, Pd, Rh, etc. | Misses plating, tungsten cores, filled gold | Instantly detects all fraud types |
| Weighs only 1.6 kg, 10+ hour battery | Tied to benchtop units or slow lab assays | Test anywhere – counter, roadshow, vault, auction |
| No warm-up, one-hand operation | Staff need chemistry training | Any employee masters it in 10 minutes |
| Built-in GPS + Wi-Fi reporting | Paper logs get lost, no proof for disputes | Auto-stamped digital certificates, cloud backup |
| IP54 rugged + drop-tested | Delicate equipment fails in real-world use | Built for daily pawnshop & field buyer punishment |
