More Features added to Benchtop NMR Analyser

Oxford Instruments America, Inc Magnetic Resonance Group announces the release of a second generation of its popular MQC analysers. Oxford Instruments’ MQC has proven to be ideal for determining the oil content of seeds, food, wax, and rubber. Widely used in energy production and for the manufacturing of textiles, the MQC is also used to check the quality of construction materials and personal care products.

A compact size minimises the footprint on critical laboratory benchtop workspace. It also includes a space-saving internal computer with operator interface, so no external PC is required. With the recent change to a 17-inch LCD flat screen monitor mounted on the magnet, the user is provided with a clear view of data and operational instructions. New test and diagnostic software makes remote servicing of the instrument a cost-saving convenience.

The MQC incorporates a permanent magnet that is smaller than those in any comparable instrument and has a very high homogeneity. Despite its small size, the magnet has the largest sample space in its class. It also has the highest field strength for maximum sensitivity and is available in several operating frequencies from 2 to 23 Megahertz.

Interchangeable probes permit different sample sizes to be used for different materials, optimizing the instrument for each application. A liquid variable temperature probe is now available for the MQC, which allows operators to run experiments at higher or lower temperatures. The bottom of the probe is now equipped with a plug that keeps the magnet clean in the event of spills or broken sample tubes.

The MQC line is available in a number of models with probes ranging from 5 millimeter (mm) to 60mm in diameter. Each instrument is shipped with all required software, hardware, and sampling accessories, including set-up standards tailored to the user’s application.