How To Clean the Ion Source on a GCMS-TQ8050 NX
This video demonstrates how to remove and clean the ion source from the Shimadzu GCMS-TQ8050 NX.
Triple Quadrupole Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer
The GCMS-TQ8050 NX gas chromatograph mass spectrometer features cutting-edge technology including an advanced high-sensitivity detector and three noise-reduction mechanisms, enabling unparalleled quantitative analysis of ultra-trace concentrations.
This system surpasses single quadrupole GCMS instruments in accurately identifying contaminants in food, environmental, chemical, pharmaceutical and other complex trace samples. With Shimadzu technologies like Smart MRM, Smart Database and LabSolutions Insight software at your fingertips, you can easily develop methods, review data and report results.
Dimensions (WxDxH) | (43 cm x 83 cm x 40 cm) | ||
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IDL Sensitivity | EI source – 2 fg OFN injection : IDL ≤ 0.5fg | BEIS source – 2 fg OFN injection : IDL ≤ 0.3fg | |
Ion Source | Standard EI | BEIS (Boosted Efficiency Ion Source) | NCI/PCI |
MRM Speed | 800 MRM transitions/second | ||
Minimum MRM Dwell Time | < 0.5 msec | ||
Scan Sensitivity | 1 pg OFN injected: S?N ≥2000 | ||
Scan Speed | 20000 u/second | ||
Mass Range | m/z 10 to 1090 | ||
Software Platform | LabSolutions GCMS/ GCMSsolution | Labsolutions Insight |
The signal-to-noise ratio is often used to measure the sensitivity of a GC/MS instrument, and it is important to increase signal intensity and decrease noise for high sensitivity analysis. Featuring OFF-AXIS Ion Optics, the GCMS-TQ8050 NX system removes noise without sacrificing sensitivity. A shield in the secondary electron multiplier reduces noise from outside the detector. In addition, two overdrive lenses in front of the electron multiplier decrease random noise from helium or argon and improve signal-to-noise ratio.
The GCMS-TQ8050 NX system incorporates user-friendly technologies that help you to perform triple quad analysis with confidence and ease. The Smart MRM (multiple-reaction monitoring) tool assists users in creating methods for ultra-trace analysis and ensures high sensitivity by automatically determining all optimum transitions and collision energies. It seamlessly integrates methods into the Smart Database, which logs compound information, records transitions and registers a retention index. LabSolutions Insight software improves data analysis and provides multi-analyte data and status review and color-coded quantitative flags.
The GCMS-TQ8050 NX system is equipped with a contaminant resistant ion source that is easy to clean and designed for extended service life, ensuring reliable analysis for many years. Minimizing detector loads during analysis substantially prolongs the detector’s lifespan, reducing the need for frequent maintenance and maximizing uptime. Thanks to the system’s ultra-high-sensitivity performance, you can significantly reduce injection volumes, which extends the service life of inserts, columns and other consumables to reduce maintenance frequency and costs.
How To Clean the Ion Source on a GCMS-TQ8050 NX
This video demonstrates how to remove and clean the ion source from the Shimadzu GCMS-TQ8050 NX.
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