manufacturer :       Perkin Elmer

model :                   ATD Turbomatrix           

annotation :           Dokumente engl .

 

 

 

 

 

TurboMatrix Thermal Desorbers

 

 

The TurboMatrix ^Tm family of thermal desorbers is based on a two-stage thermal desorption system. Sorbent tubes or tubes which have been filled with a sample can be desorbed automatically. Whole air samples can be directly pumped into the instrument for sampling. After desorption or sampling, analytes are refocused on a unique, electrically cooled, packed cold trap. No liquid cryogen is required. From the trap, analytes are injected directly onto the GC or GC/MS system. The cold trap 5 adsorbent - based in order to ensure compatibility with samples containing significant amounts of water These systems are compatible with any make of gas chromatograph and can be used with all column types ranging from packed to narrow-bore capillary. Tube sample integrity is guaranteed by sealing the sample before and after desorption . Stringent leak test procedures are performed on each tube prior to analysis to ensure accurate analysis results. The inert system flow path and the wide temperature range (-100°C to +400°C) result in unmatched applications capability. Applications include indoor as well as outdoor atmospheric monitoring and the determination of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds in solids and liquids.

 

Two different thermal desorbers are available:

 

TurboMatrix TD Thermal Desorber . Provides exceptional analytical performance in a single sample model, upgradeable to the automated version.

 

TurboMatrix ATD Automated Thermal Desorber . Provides exceptional analytical performance in an automated sample tube handling system for unattended analysis for up to 50 samples. Overlaps tube desorption with GC analysis for optimum productivity.

 

Hardware

Sample Tube Capacity           TurboMatrix TD Thermal Desorber - Single industry-standard

TurboMatrix ATD Automated Thermal Desorber . 50 industry-standard sample tubes.

Sample Tubes                         Stainless steel, glass and glass-lined stainless steel sample tubes are available. Each tube is etched with a unique serial number for traceability. Stainless steel tubes may also be fitted with clips that accept adhesive labels for identification. Tubes can be ordered either empty or pre-packed with a variety of adsorbents.

Desorption Modes                   Mode I : Automated tube conditioning

Mode 2 :Two -stage desorption

Number of Desorptions          Up to 99

per Tube

 

 

Primary Desorption Oven

Temperature Range                50°C to 400°C in 1 °C increments

Desorption time 1.0 min to 999 ,0 min in 0.1 min increments

 

Cold Trap

Low Temperature Range        -30°C to +150°C in 1 °C increments

(Electrically powered Peltier cooling - standard)

-I00°C to + I 50°C in 1 °C increments

(Liquid Nitrogen cooling - optional)

High Temperature Range       50°C to 400°C in 1 °C increments

Time Held at

High Temperature                   0.0 to 999 ,0 min in 0.1-min increments

Heating Rates                         5°C/sec, 20°C/sec, 40°C/sec and 99°C/sec (ballistic)

Note: Cold-trap heating may be activated independently to allow trap conditioning.

Gas Flow Direction                 Backflush flow for optimal use of traps with multiple adsorbents during trap heating.

Material                                    Quartz

 

Transfer Line to Gas Chromatograph

Transfer Line Length               Choice of 1070 mm or 1800 mm

Temperature Range                50°C to 300°C in 1°C increments (0°C for off)

Material                                    Lined with 0.32-mm i.d . uncoated, deactivated fused-silica tubing (standard).

Also allows analytical column to be run through transfer line.

 

Heated Valve

Temperature Range                50°C to 300°C in 1°C increments

Material                                    Inert Valcon T - type rotor for valve temperatures from 150°C to

300°C (Standard).

Sample Flow Path                   The tube desorption area, the cold trap and the transfer line are

attached directly to the heated valve, minimizing the sample flow path. The heated valve is placed inside a single heated block, conveniently located at the front of the instrument and easily accessible.

Temperature range - Maintained at heated valve temperature. Material - silica-coated 316 stainless steel and fused silica.

Carrier Gas                             Manual pneumatic control via a precision pressure regulator, settable from 0 to 60 psig (0 to 420 kPa ).

Pressure Control Split flow rates and primary desorption flow

rates are controlled using high-precision needle valves.

Pneumatic Valve Actuation    Repuires an external supply of dry (dew point -50°C or below) compressed air in the pressure range 70 to 90 psig (480 to 620 kPa ). Consumption rate: 0.5 L/min (TD), 0.7 L/min (ATD).

Sample Protection                  Initial check for adequate carrier gas pressure prior to tube

loading .

Sequence Leak and pressure test completed an sample tube

and cold trap before tube desorption .

Ambient temperature carrier gas purge of sample tube to remove air prior to desorption .

Purge effluent is routed through the cold trap to avoid loss of

volatile compounds.

The standard addition accessory can also dry purge sample

tube at ambient or elevated temperature in sampling direction to

remove water prior to tube desorption .

Sample Splitting                      Split points available at the inlet and outlet of the cold trap allow independent control of the flow rates during primary desorption , secondary desorption and chromatographic analysis. This multiple splitting capability facilitates the selection of Split ratios ranging from zero up to 100,000:1.

 

 

Control  

Stand-alone Operation.           Each thermal desorber is a self-contained stand-alone unit. The

thermal desorbers are controlled through a graphical user interface with touch-screen activation. Set and actual values of all parameters may be displayed at any time. Configurable user interface for simplest possible interaction.

• Simple one-touch Operation
• Single Method Operation
• Sequence Based Multimethod Operation with up to eight methods
• Password protection
• Ten operating methods can be stored in the Instrument
• Parameters remain stored with last used method directly available alter power-up

Operating Languages                         English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, and

Russian.

Software Control                     Optional control software package available to operate TurboMatrixTD and ATD instruments from a

Microsoft Windows* environment. TheTD control software offers

graphical representation of instruments and parameters with

intuitive interaction. Sequence building follows the easy drag-

and-drop principle.A run-log tracks and saves information on samples and performed analyses for GLP compliance. Context sensitive on-line help is available for all functions.

Gas Chromatograph/

Data System Interfacing         Output signal lines for READY and RUN to start gas

chromatograph and data handling devices,

Input lines for START, STOP, and READY to control the

thermal desorber externally.

Maintenance Alarms               Settable injection counter alerts user when it is necessary to perform routine maintenance.

 

 

Optional Accessories  

Internal Standard Addition      Used to introduce a known quantity of a gaseous standard into the sample tube for internal standard calibration and quality assurance. Internal standard is added to sample tube in sampling direction to maintain sample integrity and allows standards with several compounds to be used on tubes with multiple adsorbents. Also enables dry purging of sample tubes for removal of water Prior to desorption .

Online Sampling                      System for on-line sampling of ambient air, gas streams or canisters. Includes mass flow controller, Nation

drier , and dry air purge control.Thermal desorber can still be used for tube desorption .

BCD Output                            Used to provide output of BCD information regarding tube position numbers and relay output for timed control of external devices.

Note: Standard on Automated Thermal Desorber .

Liquid Nitrogen Cooling           For Operation of the cold trag to -100°C. Requires pressurized Liquid Nitrogen Dewar with pressure release valve set to 25 psi (180 kPa ).

 

 

Physical Details  

Ambient Operating                  Temperature range: I5°C to 32°C

conditions        Humidity: 75% maximum RH without condensation.

Power Requirements             100/120/240 V ± 10%, 50/60 Hz, I.2 kVA

 

TurboMatrix                TD TurboMatrix ATD

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Width               43 cm (17 in)               43 cm (17 in)

Depth               34 cm (14 in)               56 cm (22 in)

Height               48 cm (19 in)               48 cm (19 in)

Weight                         25 kg (55 Ib )                 34 kg (75 Ib )

 

 

 

 

 

Clarus 500

Gas Chromatograph

 

 

The CiarusTM 500 Gas Chromatograph is a fully automated gas chromatograph. The system offers the capabilities required for laboratories performing large numbers of routine analyses as well as those involved in research and development. All instrument functions are set up and monitored through a touch screen. The intuitive Graphic User Interface includes a real-time chromatogram display and seven-language support.

 

Oven

The Clarus 500 oven provides easy access to columns. The oven gives excellent temperature control and fast cool-down times for maximum productivity.

All temperature and time functions are microprocessor controlled and are shown on the touchscreen display. Software selectable coolant time-out and coolant cut-in temperatures ensure economical subambient operation.

Volume:                      10,600 cm ³

Temperature range:   10°C above ambient to 450°C or -99°C to 450°C with subambient accessory

Column overheat

protect :                        User settable up to 450°C

Temperature

programmer :               3 ramp, 4 plateaus

Minimum

Range                                     Increment

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Initial oven                   

temperature :                -99°C to 450°C                        1°C

Initial time:                    0 to 999 min                             0.1 min

Rate:                            0.1 to 45°C/min                       0.1°C

Plateau time:               0 to 999 min                             0.1 min

Final oven

temperature :                -99°C to 450°C                        1°C

Cool-down time:          250°C to 50° C : 4.8 min

200°C to 50°C: 3.8 min

50°C to 0°C * : 2.6 min

50°C to -30°C°: 3.4 min

 

* with liquid CO ₂

 

Pneumatics

A full range of pneumatic options provides optimum performance with all types of columns and detectors. The Clarus 500 may be ordered with or withoutPPC (Programmable Pneumatic Control). If the Instrument is ordered with PPC, each injector or detector option may be ordered with conventional or PPC pneumatics.

 

Carrier Gas Pneumatics

• Carrier gas pneumatics are included with the Clarus 500 injector.
• PPC or conventional pneumatics are available for all injectors.
• Two carrier zones.
• Carrier PPC zones compensate for variations in ambient temperature and pressure for maximum stability.
• Split vent pneumatics are included with the Clarus 500 split/ splitless and PSS injectors.
• PPC provides direct setting of Split flow rates and ratios.
• Split vent PPC zones compensate for variations in ambient temperature for maximum stability.
• Automatic leak testing with PPC.
• Three-ramps pressure program.
• Pneumatic program rates:

- 0-100.0 psi /min

- 0-100.0 mL/min²

- 0-200.0 cm/s-min

or ballistic.

 

Detector Pneumatics

• PPC or conventional pneumatics are available for all detectors.
• Four detector pneumatic zones.
• PPC provides direct setting in mL /min, psig, or kPa .
• Detector PPC zones compensate for variations in ambient temperature for maximum stability.

 

Auxiliary Pneumatics

• Four auxiliary zones
• PPC provides direct setting in mL /min, psig, or kPa .
• Auxiliary PPC zones compensate for variations in ambient temperature for maximum stability.

 

Autosampler

The Clarus 500 Gas Chromatograph offers an optional, built-in, syringe autosampler for maximum sampling capabilities. All control is accomplished through the keyboard or by data systems such as TotalChrom ®.

 

Injection speed:                       Normal , fast, slow

Program modes:                     Single- or multi-method

Number of sample positions: 82, plus one priority

Vial size:                                  2-mL (0.25 mL with insert)

crimp-top caps

2-mL screw-top caps

Number of waste

and wash vials:                       Four waste and four wash

Waste and wash vial size       4 mL

Syringe size:                            0.5 µL, 5.0 µL or 50.0 µL

Sampling volume:                  0.0 µL to 0.5 µL from the 0.5-µL

syringe in 0.1-µL increments

or

0.0 µL to 5.0 µL from the 5.0-µL

syringe in 0.5-µ increments

or

0.0   µL to 50.0 µL from the 50.0-µL

syringe in 5.0-µL increments

Viscosity settings:                  0-15

Maximum number

of injections/vial:                      15

Maximum number

of solvent washes:                  15 postwashes

Maximum number

of sample pumps:                   15

Maximum number

of sample prewashes :            15

Minimum sample                     5 µL when used with the

volume required:                     0.25-mL vial insert

350 µL when used with the 2-mL vial

Reproducibility:                        <0.5% RSD for packed columns

1% C9 in C7, 1 µL injected

 

Injectors

The Clarus 500 supports a comprehensive array of injectors that provides accuracy and precision to all your sampling applications. Up to two injectors may be installed and operated simultaneously with independent temperature control. Every injector is available with PPC or conventional pneumatics.

 

Packed-column Injector

• Removable glass liner for trapping nonvolatile residues
• Adapter for on-column injection to wide-bore capillary columns
• 50°C to 450°C in 1°C increments
• 1/8-inch fitting
• 1/4-inch column adapter available
• Conventional pneumatics—Choice of flow controller with head-pressure gauge, or flow controller with head-pressure gauge and digital display of flow
• PPC pneumatics—Programmed Flow or Pressure
• Includes readout which displays pressure or column flow

 

Split/ splitless Capillary Injector

• Split ratio easily adjustable for a wide range of analysis conditions
• Charcoal trap in split vent prevents contamination of split valve and lab air.
• Two choices of liner: 2-mm and 4-mm internal diameter
• 50°C to 450°C in 1°C increments
• 1/16-inch fitting
• Conventional pneumatics—Pressure regulator (0-60 psig) for digital display of column head pressure. Automatic control of split vent solenoid valve

 

Programmable On-column Capillary Injector

• Temperature-programmable inlet
• Three-ramps temperature program
• Oven Tracking mode for simple operation
• 50°C to 500°C in 1°C increments
• Heating rate of 1°C/min. to 200°C/min or ballistic
• 1/16-inch fitting
• Conventional pneumatics—Choice of flow controller with head-pressure gauge, or flow controller with head-pressure gauge and digital display of flow
• PPC pneumatics include readout which displays pressure or column flow
• PPC pneumatics— Four software configurable modes: Programmed Flow, Programmed Pressure, Programmed Velocity, and Constant Flow. Vacuum compensation software selectable
• PPC pneumatics include automatic control of split vent (by split flow or spül ratio) and purge flows.

 

PSS—Programmable Split/ Splitless Capillary Injector

• Temperature-programmable inlet
• Large-volume injection of up to 50 µL with autosampler , 150 µL manually
• Three-ramps temperature program
• Oven Tracking mode for simple Operation with on-column injection
• Split ratio easily adjustable for a wide range of analysis conditions
• Three choices of liner available: 1-mm and 2-mm i.d . and on-column
• Charcoal trap in split vent prevents contamination of split valve and lab air.
• 50°C to 500°C in 1°C increments
• Heating rate of 1°C/min to 200°C/min or ballistic
• 1/16-inch Fitting
• Conventional pneumatics—Pressure regulator (0-60 psig) for digital display of column head pressure. Automatic control of split vent solenoid valve
• PPC pneumatics— Four software configurable modes: Programmed Flow, Programmed Pressure, Programmed Velocity or Constant Flow. Vacuum compensation software selectable
• PPC pneumatics include automatic control of split vent by split flow or split ratio.

 

PSS with PreVent

• Unique PerkinElmer sample management system
• Available only on the Clarus 500 with PSS or split/ splitless capillary injector and. PPC pneumatics
• Includes injector and detector restrictors
• PreVent Time-Saver mode prevents higher boiling components or residues from going through the column and the detector.
• PreVent Enhanced Large Volume Injection (ELVI) mode isolates the column and detector from the effects of high levels of solvent. Eliminate solvent flooding of the column or allow the use of solvents such as methylene chloride with an ECD.
• PreVent Isolation Mode allows a septum change without interrupting carrier flow. Perform maintenance on the inlet WHILE chromatography is taking place.

 

Gas Sampling Valves

• Wide offering of 4-, 6-, 8-, and 10-port valves
• Large range of valved systems and standard analyzers available
• Keyboard controlled
• 1/16- or 1/8-inch fittings

 

Detectors

A wide choice of detectors optimized for sensitivity and selectivity is available for use with the Clarus 500. All built-in detectors include an automated background compensation feature that corrects for column bleed. Whether you choose the Flame Ionization Detector, the Thermal Conductivity Detector, the Electron Capture Detector, and/or Environmental-Specific Detectors, all conform to the highest industry standards for reliability and performance. Every detector is available with PPC or conventional pneumatics. Up to two detector modules may be installed and operated simultaneously with independent temperature and pneumatic control.

 

Flame lonization Detector (FID)

• Wide linear dynamic range
• No makeup gas required due to efficient sweeping of column effluent by hydrogen combustion gas
• Air flow designed to minimize contamination and residue buildup
• 1/8-inch fittings
• Conventional pneumatics—Pressure regulator for hydrogen, needle valve for air
• PPC pneumatics—Software flow control of hydrogen and air
• "Flame out" warning and ready interlock

 

Operating temperature:                      100°C to 450°C in 1°C increments

Sensitivity:                                           > 0.015 coulombs/g C

Minimum detectable quantity:             <3 • 10 ^-12 g C/sec nonane at a S/N = 2 to 1

Linearity:                                             >10 ⁶

Signal filtration:                                    50, 200, 800 msec

Input range:                                         1, 20

Makeup gas:                            Not required

 

Electron Capture Detector (ECD)

• High sensitivity
• Excellent selectivity
• High operating temperature for maximum stability
• 1/8-inch fittings
• Conventional pneumatics—Needle valve for makeup gas
• PPC pneumatics—Software flow control of makeup gas

 

Source:                                               15 mCi ⁶³ Ni

Temperature protect:                          470°C by software

Carrier gas:                                        Either Ar/CH ⁴ or N ²

Operating temperature:                      100°C to 450°C in 1°C increments

Minimum detectable quantity             <0.05 pg perchloroethylene with

                                                            argon/methane or nitrogen

Linearity:                                              >10 ⁴

Signal filtration:                                    200, 800 msec

Makeup gas:                                       Standard

 

Thermal ConcIuctivity Detector (TCD)

• Capillary column compatible
• Proven constant current design
• Software protection to prevent filament burnout
• Ideal for series Operation
• 1/8-inch fittings
• Conventional pneumatics—Reference gas flow controller
• PPC pneumatics—Software flow control of reference gas

 

Operating temperature:                      100°C to 350°C in 1°C increments

Sensitivity:                                           9 µV/ ppm nonane at 160 mA at the

bridge with a detector temperature of 100°C

Minimum detactable quantity:             Typically <1 ppm nonane

Linearity:                                             >105

Power supply:                                     Constant current with four selectable settings:

1:    40 mA

2:    80 mA

3: 120 mA

4: 160 mA

Signal filtration:                                    50, 200, 800 msec

Filament protection                             Self-limiting and resetting after transient overloads in

either channel

Makeup gas:                                        Not required for 0.32- to 0.53-mm i.d . columns with flows 5 mL /min

Required for 0.25-mm or smaller i.d . columns

 

Photoionization Detector (PID)

Special detector for water pollution analysis of samples containing aromatic compounds.

• Internal Power supply and lamp control
• Series Operation kit available
• Can be combined with ELCD in a single detector position
• 1/8-inch fittings
• Conventional pneumatics—Needle valve for makeup gas
• PPC pneumatics—Software flow control of makeup gas

 

Operating temperature:                      100°C to 250°C in 1°C increments

( can be set to 350°C for cleaning)

Minimum detectable quantity:             <10 pg benzene

Linearity:                                              >10 ⁷

Signal filtration:                                    50, 200, 800 msec

UV source lamp:                                 10.2 eV

Input range:                                         1, 20

Makeup gas:                                       Standard

 

Electrolytic Conductivity Detector (ELCD)

Specific detector for halogenated compounds.

• Clarus 500 controls solenoid valve for venting
• Can be combined with PID in a single detector position
• 1/8-inch fittings
• Conventional pneumatics—Pressure regulator for hydrogen reaction gas
• PPC pneumatics—Software flow control of hydrogen reaction gas

 

Operating temperature:                      100°C to 450°C in 1°C increments

Sensitivity:                                           5 • 10 ^-13 g Cl /sec trihalomethanes

Linearity:                                              >10 ⁶

Signal filtration:                                    50, 200, 800 msec

Selectivity:                                          >10 ⁶ ( CI :Hydrocarbon )

Makeup gas:                                       Required for flows <5 mL /min

 

Nitrogen Phosphorus Detector (NPD)

Modular design

Change bead in less than one minute

Prealigned bead

Rapid conditioning, up and running in less than two hours

1/8-inch fittings

Conventional pneumatics—Pressure regulator for hydrogen, needle valve for air

PPC pneumatics—Software flow control of hydrogen and air

 

Operating temperature:                      100°C to 450°C in 1°C increments

Minimum detectable quantity:             5 • 10 ^-13 g N/sec

2 ,4 -dimethylaniline

5 •10 ^-14 g P/sec tributylphosphate

Linearity:                                              >10 ⁴

Signal filtration:                                    50, 200, 800 msec

Selectivity:                                           50 000:1 (N/C)

10:1 (P/N)

Input range:                                         1, 20

Makeup gas:                                       Not required

 

 

 

 

 

Clarus 500 Mass Spectrometer

 

The Clarus ^TM 500 Mass Spectrometer is a benchtop mass spectrometric detector that is interfaced to the Clarus 500 Gas Chromatograph. The entire system can be set up and run through the PerkinElmer Mass Spectrometer system software.

 

Hardware

Analyzer                                   Quadrupole with prefilter

131 mm x 12 mm circular rods

16 mm x 12 mm prefilter rods

Embedded Processor                        Intel® Celeron®

Mass Range                            1.0-1200 Daltons ( amu )

Mass Stability                          ±0.1 m/z mass accuracy over 48 hours

lonization Modes                     Electron lonization (standard)

Positive/Negative Chemical lonization (optional)

Electron lonization Voltage     10-100 eV

Filament Material                     Rhenium

Vacuum Pump                        250 L/sec air-cooled turbomolecular pump

( optional water cooling)

Field Upgrades                        Positive/Negative Chemical lonization

Pump-down Time                   <3 min for air/water; <90 min for quantitative stability

Detector                                   Sealed long-life photomultiplier

GC Transfer Line                    Direct capillary Interface settable from 50°C to 350°C. Accepts

up to 0.53 mm i.d . GC columns at flow rates up to 5 mL /min (El mode)

Source Temperature               120°C to 350°C

Calibrant Gas                         PFTBA (FC-43) or user selectable

 

Performance

Scan Rate                               Fully variable up to 6500 Da /sec

Maximum Full Scan

Acquisition Rate                      Up to 60 scans/second depending an mass range

Linear Dynamic Range           Concentration: 10 ⁵ compound

Electronic: 10 ⁶ -10 ⁷ dependent on acquisition rate.

Number of

Scan Functions/Run

(Full Scan/SIM)                       32 sets

Number of Ions           

in Single Ion

Monitoring Mode                      32 sets of 32 Ions

 

Sensitivity

EI Full Scan                             1 pg of octafluoronaphthalene at a S/N of 10:1 RMS (2:1 peak-

Detection Limits                      to-peak)

 

EI SIM Detection Limits           100 fg of octafluoronaphthalene at a S/N of 25:1 RMS (5:1

peak-to-peak )

Positive CI Full           

Scan Detection Limits            10 pg of benzophenone at a S/N of 10:1 RMS (2:1 peak-to-

peak )

Negative CI Full          

Scan Detection Limits            1 pg octafluoronaphthalene at a S/N of 20:1 RMS (4:1 peak-to-

peak )

 

Optional Libraries and Software

NIST Mass Spectral Library

NIST Chemical Structures Database Wiley Library

Pfleger /Maurer/Weber Library

 

Physical

Power                                                120 VAC ±10% @ 50/60 Hz ± 1%

230 VAC ±10% @ 50/60 Hz ± 1%

Operating Temperature                      10°C to 30°C (10°C to 35°C with optional water cooling)

Relative Humidity                                20-80%, noncondensing

Weight (Mass Spectrometer)                         55.8 kg (123 Ib )

Weight ( Forepump )                            25.9 kg (57 Ib )