Introducing POLLUX: Dectris' Most Versatile XRD detector yet

Whether the goal is high-quality powder diffraction, reflectometry, or spectroscopy, POLLUX is designed to adapt to diverse experimental needs and elevate research outcomes. Its compact size, robust build, and effortless integration make it a natural fit for modern laboratories and next-generation instruments. Designed to deliver the optimal balance between energy resolution, count rate, and active area, POLLUX sets a new benchmark for real-world performance.

“We saw a clear challenge in the market: many modern detectors offer excellent energy resolution, but at the cost of count rate or active area,” says Marcus Müller, Senior X-ray Analytics Product Manager at DECTRIS. “To find a better balance, we engaged closely with users and instrument developers to understand what they really needed - and we brought those insights into deep discussions with our in-house ASIC designers. The result is POLLUX: a detector that achieves an optimal balance of energy resolution, count rate, and active area - all in a compact, lab-friendly format.”

POLLUX supports a broad range of laboratory experiments, including powder X-ray diffraction, residual stress analysis, X-ray reflectometry, and wavelength-dispersive spectroscopy. From diffraction to spectroscopy, this detector is built to handle the evolving demands of research across disciplines.