Economic Solution for Routine Tasks

Shimadzu has introduced the new GCMS-QP2010 SE, completing the new quadrupole series together with the GCMS-QP2010 Ultra. A variation of the Ultra model, the SE version focusses on high productivity features with an exceptionally good price/performance ratio. This makes it an ideal tool for routine analysis in laboratories covering different application areas, such as environmental analysis or quality control. A multitude of accessories supports the flexible use of the GCMS-QP2010 SE. These either extend the variety of applications or help to streamline processes in order to save time: the optional Direct Inlet allows analysis of compounds with lower volatility; for analysis of compounds of even higher molecular mass (e.g. polymers, paints, woods and resins) an optional pyrolyzer system is available (Py-2020, Frontier lab); the TD-20 thermal desorption system specialises in working with very volatile compounds; the AOC-20 autosampler enables programming of a two-step derivatization method eliminating the need for a tedious derivatization process in the lab, e.g. for clinical applications; the temperature programmable Optic 3 injector (Atas GL) with its rapid heating characteristic is the choice for applications in flavor and fragrance analysis; using a ‘double jet cooling system’ the GC-2010 Plus oven in the GCMS-QP2010 SE is cooled down rapidly, for example, in 2.7 minutes from 350°C to 50°C. This significantly reduces analysis time, particularly in applications analysyng VOCs (volatile organic compounds); and the Shimadzu Easy sTop Quick changer system even changes septum and liner without breaking the vacuum, thereby saving valuable time.