Massive cuts in Argon consumption with Shimadzu ICP-MS

Saving up to £15,000 per year* is now possible with the latest innovation in ICP-MS. The ICPMS-2040/2050 from Shimadzu feature a revolutionary Mini-Torch System bringing a substantial reduction in Argon gas consumption, providing users with significant annual savings.

Traditional ICP-MS systems typically consume approximately 18 Liters of Argon per minute, but Shimadzu’s Mini-Torch System reduces this to just 11 L/min when running the samples and only 6.1 L/min during stand-by periods. This breakthrough in efficiency reduces Argon usage by nearly 40% per sample, representing a transformative step in lowering operational costs and minimising environmental impact without compromising performance.

In addition, with a wider injection bore, the new ICP-MS system achieves much higher the sensitivity, enabling users to detect trace elements with greater accuracy while using less Argon gas. The innovative torch design not only optimises gas flow and sample ionisation efficiency but also significantly reduces injector clogging, which improves the system’s reliability and minimises maintenance interruptions.

This new generation of ICP-MS systems not only delivers top-tier analytical performance but also underscores Shimadzu’s dedication to sustainable, cost-effective solutions for the scientific community. The environmentally friendly design and substantial operational savings make the ICPMS-2040/2050 Series ideal for laboratories seeking to reduce their carbon footprint while achieving unmatched analytical precision.

*Savings vary based on instrument usage, configuration, and regional argon prices.