Rapid FAME preparation for GC/GCMS using microwave technology

Analytix has added Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) preparation capability to its Ethos range of microwave instruments that enables laboratories to quickly and reproducibly derivatise fatty acids in up to 44 samples simultaneously for subsequent analysis by GC/GCMS.

The development brings additional functionality to the popular instrument and delivers all the benefits of microwave sample preparation to users, such as increased speed, accuracy, efficiency and cleanliness.

The systems allow testing laboratories to achieve the maximum possible levels of efficiency whilst maintaining ongoing compliance with organisations such as UKAS and equivalents across the UK and Ireland.

The Ethos EASY and Ethos UP both have a microwave cavity in excess of 70 litres, the largest currently available, and are compatible with a number of rotors for fast and efficient sample preparation.

FAME preparation with an Ethos system utilises the MAXI-44 rotor, a medium-pressure, high-throughput rotor that can carry up to 44 vessels.

For further information, or to request an Analytix FAME preparation factsheet, visit www.analytix.co.uk or call +44 (0) 191 519 4504