M&S Series Atomic Absorption Systems

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1 IET International Equipment Trading Ltd. Proudly serving laboratories worldwide since 1979 CALL for Refurbished & Certified Lab Equipment M&S Series Atomic Absorption Systems Performance Specifications M Series Dual Atomizer Systems The concept of the M Series is simplicity itself. Using a Stockdale double beam Echelle optical system means that each beam passes through a separate atomizer. The user defines which is the sample beam and hence which atomizer will be used. As a result, flame to furnace changeover can be fully automatic and take place unattended. Productivity is significantly enhanced and performance guaranteed. S Series Single Atomizer Systems The radical S Series instruments offer the highest levels of multi-element productivity and reduced cost of ownership for no compromise, single atomizer analysis. Standard features include QuadLine background correction, double beam optics, Universal inert burner, furnace and burner auto-optimization, plus full QC protocols. Mi and Si Spectrometers Enhanced M and S Series AA Spectrometers with added Intelligence. Choosing the Mi or Sispectrometer gives you a truly unique instrument that is capable of Intelligent Spectrometer Qualification (isq). The isq module and dedicated software automatically tests the spectrometer hardware performance and can be set to perform the tests even before you arrive in the lab. Arrive in the morning to find an isq report confirming that you're good to go! AA Series Atomic Absorption Spectrometer Specifications Spectrometer Models Si Spectrometer S Series Spectrometer with added intelligence. Instrument capable of performing Intelligent Spectrometer Qualification (isq). S2 Spectrometer AA Spectrometer with standard or wide range photomultiplier. 6 Lamp Automatic Carousel. Semi-Automatic Gas System. Page 1 of 24

2 S4 Spectrometer AA Spectrometer with standard or wide range photomultiplier. 6 Lamp Automatic Carousel. Fully Automatic Gas System. Mi Spectrometer M Series Spectrometer with added intelligence. Instrument capable of performing Intelligent Spectrometer Qualification (isq). M5 Spectrometer Dual Atomiser AA Spectrometer with standard or wide range photomultiplier. Flame Atomization in LH Sample Compartment. Furnace Atomization in RH Sample Compartment. Vapour Atomization in either Sample Compartment. M6 Spectrometer Dual Atomizer Zeeman AA Spectrometer with wide range photomultiplier. Flame Atomization in LH Sample Compartment. Zeeman Furnace Atomization in RH Sample Compartment. Vapour Atomization in either Sample Compartment. MQZ Spectrometer Zeeman Furnace AA Spectrometer with wide range photomultiplier. Furnace or Vapour Atomization. MQZe Spectrometer Dual Atomizer Zeeman/Vapour AA Spectrometer with wide range photomultiplier. Vapour Atomization in LH Sample Compartment. Zeeman Furnace Atomization in RH Sample Compartment. Main Spectrometer Descriptions Mi or Si Spectrometers Choosing the Mi or Siwill give you Intelligent Spectrometer Qualification (isq). The isq module consists of a motorized filter wheel containing a set of calibrated filters (traceable to a primary set held by the National Physical Laboratory, UK (NPL)), the isq module is mounted in the instrument (LH side for S Series, RH side for M Series) and provides the following suite of automated system performance checks: Wavelength accuracy Photometric stability Monochromator resolution Photometric stability D2 Background correction accuracy Lamp Peaking Test Beam Selector Movement Test Additionally for Zeeman instruments only Polarizer Orientation Test Polarizer Repeatability Test The isq software can be programmed to start automatically. Run the isq tests once a day, week, month or year to check the performance of your spectrometer hardware and increase confidence in your data quality. S Series Automatic Atomic Absorption Spectrometer system, with full multi-element capability, controlled with a data station running SOLAAR software under Windows. Flame absorption /emission systems are extendible Page 2 of 24

3 to Graphite Furnace, Vapour or Mercury Cold Vapour absorption modes by ordering the appropriate accessory atomizer. M Series Automatic Dual Sample Compartment Atomic Absorption System, with full multielement capability, controlled by a data station running SOLAAR software under Windows. Flame absorption /emission systems can be extended to Graphite Furnace, Vapour or Mercury Cold Vapour absorption modes by ordering the appropriate accessory atomizer. The MQZ and MQZe spectrometers must be ordered with a Zeeman Graphite Furnace to provide a working system. Optical system All systems (except the MQZ) are supplied with Stockdale double beam optics giving maximum signal-to-noise ratio during signal measurement. All mirrors are silica coated, and the optics are sealed against dust ingress. The self-calibrating Ebert (S Series) or Echelle (M Series) monochromator provides automatic wavelength and bandpass set-up. The high energy QuadLine background correction system corrects for up to 2A of background with less than 2 % error, and is fitted as standard to all instruments. AA Series spectrometers are fitted with a 6 position data-coded, auto aligning lamp carousel, with 6 independent power supplies modulated at 200/240 Hz. With the carousel, automatic analyses of up to 16 elements in a single method are possible. The standard range photomultiplier covers the wavelength range from 185 nm to 760 nm, with a wide range option covering 180 nm to 900 nm. GFTV is an option on all systems. Flame System All AA flames are supported by the Universal 50 mm titanium burner with chamfered slot design giving high solids handling, excellent flame stability and low carbon build-up. The burner height is automatically adjustable, and controls are provided for the burner rotation and transverse position. An optional 100 mm burner for air/acetylene flames is also available. Automatic flame ignition is provided by a high tension electric spark. Flame systems are controlled by either a fully automatic gas control system (S4 and M Series) or a semiautomatic gas control system (S2). The S4 automatic gas control system uses programmable array state logic and binary flow switching technology for reliability. Oxidant gas changeover, and fuel and oxidant flow rates are software controlled and interlocked to prevent operation with incorrect burners and gas flows. With the S2 semi-automatic gas system, the fuel flow rate is controlled by a precision needle valve and rotameter display. Oxidant changeover and fuel gas flow boost are software controlled, and the burner interlock ensures burner/flame compatibility. On both systems, a flame sensor, responding to all flame types including hydrogen fuelled flames, ensures safe gas handling if the flame goes out. All fuel gas lines are fitted with flame arrestors, and with pressure sensors to provide automatic safe shutdown if the line pressure falls below the safe limits. Both gas control systems shut down safely if the power fails. The totally enclosed, draught proof kitchen area has a safety door containing a heat and UV absorbing window. The inert fluoroplastic spray chamber contains an inert adjustable impact bead and flow spoiler, and low memory hydrophilic disc chamber front end. It has built in over pressure relief and automatic empty drain protection. The standard spray chamber configuration is suitable for all flame types. The inert nebulizer with a Pt/Ir capillary and PTFE venturi is standard and is factory optimized. Graphite Furnace Systems S Series The GFS97 Integrated Graphite Furnace and Furnace Autosampler can be fitted without removing the spray chamber or disconnecting the gas lines. Page 3 of 24

4 M Series All Graphite Furnaces are fitted in the RH Sample Compartment of the M Series Spectrometers. The M5 Spectrometers will accept the GF95 Graphite Furnace, while the M6, MQZ and MQZe Spectrometers will accept the GF95Z Zeeman Graphite Furnace. The GF95Z Zeeman furnace is mounted on a prealigned Tilt Mount, which can be tilted forward out of the sample compartment to allow access to the furnace for maintenance purposes, and to allow other accessories to be fitted into the sample compartment. The GF95 Furnace is fitted with a pre-aligned Fixed Mount as standard, but can be optionally fitted with the Tilt Mount if required. The FS95 Graphite Furnace Autosampler is mounted in front of the RH Sample Compartment with a simple self-locating 'push in' mount. Graphite Furnace TeleVision (GFTV) Optional on all AA Series Spectrometers, the GFTV accessory provides high definition images of events inside the Graphite Furnace cuvette, allowing monitoring of the sample injection, dry and ash phases of the furnace program. A CCD camera mounted in the instrument produces live video for display on the Data Station's screen through the GFTV Software and Interface Kit, or on an external monitor. The external monitor should be monochrome, PAL compatible with a minimum screen resolution of 400 lines, and a coaxial video cable with BNC plug for connection to the spectrometer. Electronics Spectrometer electronics are based on the Motorola microprocessor, with the system firmware residing in Flash PROM. Firmware can be downloaded to the Flash PROM from an external PC without removing any covers. Interfacing to the Data Station, autosamplers, furnace and associated accessories is via RS232C at 9600 baud. The vapour system is interfaced via a dedicated 8 pin socket. Data Station Control The spectrometer system and accessories are controlled via a Data Station running the SOLAAR AA Software Package under the Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, NT v4, 2000 or XP operating systems. The Data Station is a Personal Computer, with a typical configuration of: 800 MHz Pentium processor or equivalent. 128MB RAM. CD ROM Drive. Fixed Disk Drive with at least 500 Mbyte free space. SVGA Colour Monitor. 9 way Serial Port, with type Buffered RS232 interface chip. Parallel Port. Windows 98SE, Me, NTv4, 2000 or XP Professional. Additional requirements for GFTV: Free USB port or free PCI expansion slot, Video adapter that supports Direct Draw. Detailed Specifications Optics S Series Configuration - Double Beam Stockdale optical system. M5 Configuration - Double Beam Stockdale system Page 4 of 24

5 M6, MQZe Configuration - Double Beam Stockdale system, with self-referencing Single Beam Zeeman system MQZ Configuraion - Self-referencing Single Beam Zeeman system Monochromator S Series - Ebert configuration with nominal 0.2, 0.5 and 1.0 nm spectral bandwidths. Half height slit settings available. Reciprocal linear dispersion 1.5 to 2.0 nm/mm. Focal length 270 mm. Grating 1800 l/mm. M Series - Echelle monochromator and prism post-monochromator. Nominal 1.0, 0.5 and 0.2 nm spectral bandpass with 0.1 nm available below 400 nm. 0.5 nm/mm reciprocal linear dispersion at 200 nm Absorbance Range A to A (including background signal). Background Correction QuadLine (continuum source) is standard on all spectrometers. Background signals below 2 A are corrected with less than 2 % error. Total signal up to 3 A. Gas Control Fuel Flow Range: Air/Acetylene to 2.3 l/min. Nitrous Oxide/Acetylene to 5.1 l/min. S2 - Needle valve and rotameter fuel flow control. S4 and M Series Automatic binary switching fuel flow control. Safety Automatic flame ignition. Software controlled, automatic oxidant changeover. Software controlled, automatic fuel gas boost on oxidant changeover. Automatic flame shutdown. Fuel line flashback arrestor. Fuel line pressure regulator. Fuel and oxidant line pressure sensors. Flame Present sensor. Burner Type sensor. Burner Present sensor. Power failure protection. Empty drain protection. Spray chamber over-pressure protection. Light Source Single or multi-element hollow cathode lamps. Uncoded and Data Coded hollow cathode lamps. 6 independent lamp power supplies, each providing 0 to 20 ma. Wavelength Range 180 nm to 900 nm with wide range photomultiplier. 185 nm to 760 nm with standard photomultiplier. Data/Control Systems Spectrometer Motorola microprocessor. 512 kb Flash PROM. 256 kb RAM. 4 general purpose RS232C ports. Dedicated vapour port. Data Station Typically Pentium PC (see below). Page 5 of 24

6 Local Control Motorola microprocessor. 512 kb Flash PROM. 512 kb RAM. Power 100 to 240 V (±10 %) at 50 or 60 Hz. Consumption 300 VA. Dimensions (mm) S Series 567W x 510H x 589D. M Series 780W x 520H x 595D. Weight S Series Approximately 33 kg. M Series Approximately 60 kg. SOLAAR Software. Data Station Software The SOLAAR Data Station Software runs on the AA Series Data Station, and will control both S Series and M Series spectrometers. The software is aware of the type of spectrometer that it is controlling, and will only provide relevant parameters and options for each instrument type and configuration. The Data Station Software supports all the facilities provided by all the AA Series Accessories. The software features a range of Wizard based procedures and a tabbed Methods dialogue to make setting up even complex analyses fast and easy. All raw data, results and parameters are stored in a single database for easy retrieval. True Windows multi-tasking is available, so that SOLAAR can be iconized while running an analysis, allowing concurrent use of other applications. Methods can be created, edited and saved, and earlier results can be reviewed, edited and printed, while an analysis is underway. SOLAAR software enables full 16 element Methods to be performed automatically. The flexible and comprehensive tabbed Methods dialogue box guides the user through setting up complex, multielement analyses. Data coded HCLs are fully supported, and facilities are provided to record lamp usage. Up to 10 calibration standards and a blank can be used, with segmented curve, linear or quadratic least squares fit calibration algorithms. Normal, standard addition and standard curve calibration methods are supported, with full graphical display and print out of the calibration curve. Full alphanumeric sample details including sample mass and dilution correction can be entered for each sample, or imported via text files. Comprehensive furnace signal graphics are provided, and automated ash-atomize plots produce graphical data for furnace program optimization, and will even suggest optimum values. For flame systems, fully automatic fuel gas flow and burner height optimization with graphical presentation are provided. Extensive on line, fully context sensitive, Help facilities are available. Carefully structured books allow easy browsing and searching as well as direct access to any Help topic. Trouble-shooting and diagnostics sections describe simple experiments to first locate the problem then to rectify it. A full Cookbook with default parameters for all elements, common interferences, and the means of overcoming them is included. SOLAAR software provides comprehensive printer support through the Windows operating system. Report formatting enables customization of the sample details, results, summaries, methods, system parameters and graphical displays that are to be included in the Report, and all Reports, as well as individual results, are time and date stamped. Flexible and comprehensive Results database filters select and display the required data, which can be exported to other applications for further processing. Fully undoable results editing is available and is automatically audit trailed. Integrated Auto QC software provides comprehensive Quality Control Page 6 of 24

7 protocols automation with checking, testing and reanalysis options, SPC graphical results display, report generation and data filing. QC Blanks, QC Checks, QC Duplicates and two forms of QC Spikes are all included, each with user definable test criteria and failure actions. Full QC reporting, including pass/fail results and time and date stamps is provided on the Results display, and hard copy reporting of all QC protocols, parameters, results and actions is available. QC data is linked to the results to which it applies, and can be exported with the results. SOLAAR software is available in English, USA English, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese and Polish languages. SOLAARsecurity Software The SOLAARsecuritysoftware package adds additional facilities to the SOLAAR Data Station software. This provides the tools, facilities and functions required to allow an organisation to comply with the requirements of the US Food and Drugs Administration set out in Part 11 "Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures" of Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations (the 21 CFR part 11 Rule). Network compatible, this package provides User Authentication, Access Controls, Audit Trails, Event Logs and Digital Signatures for the Data Station client software, with central administration and storage of the user security settings. SOLAARsecurityis compatible with Windows NTv4, 2000 and XP Professional operating systems. Accessory Specifications Mi and Si Enhancement Mi enhancement for M Series instruments and Si enhancement for S Series instruments. The Intelligent Spectrometer Qualification (isq) module is mounted on the LH side of the Spectrometer for S Series instruments and on the RH side for M Series instruments. Standard Items Intelligent Spectrometer Qualification module. Coded Ca/Mg Hollow cathode lamp LH Accessory mount for Si option RH Accessory mount for Mi option. Graphite Furnaces GFS97 Integrated Graphite Furnace and Autosampler: GFS97 is available for S Series spectrometers only. GFS97 Furnace specifications are as the GF95 Furnace Specifications, and GFS97 Furnace Autosampler specifications are as the FS95 Furnace Autosampler Specifications. Standard Items: Furnace Head. Furnace Power supply. Furnace Autosampler. GFS97 Integrated Furnace and Autosampler Mount. Normal Electrographite cuvettes (10) Necessary Additional Items: Additional cuvettes as required. GF95 and GF95Z Graphite Furnaces: GF95 is available for M Series M5 model only. GF95Z is available for M Series M6, MQZ and MQZe models only. GFS97 Furnace Specification is as GF95. Standard Items: Standard (GF95) or Zeeman (GF95Z) Furnace Head. Power supply. Page 7 of 24

8 Tilt Mount (GF95Z), Fixed Mount (GF95) or Integrated Mount (GFS97). Normal Electrographite cuvettes (10). Necessary Additional Items: Additional cuvettes as required. Optional Tilt Mount for GF95. Furnace Head All cuvettes mount directly in an all-graphite containment with end loaded contacts. Cuvettes are self aligning, and can be rapidly exchanged with a single lever movement. The binary flow controlled internal gas system, with gas stop, offers a choice of the inert gas or an alternate gas, and the fixed external inert gas flow protects the cuvette and purges the optical temperature sensor. Temperature Control System Voltage Feedback Control System. Optical Temperature Feedback Control System with a stabilized sensor and fiber optic transmission system. Gas System Pressure 1.03+/-0.07 bar (15+/- 1psi) fixed external flow. Adjustable internal flow with choice of inert or alternate gas. Cooling Water Mains or Recirculator. Minimum flow rate 0.7 l/min. Pressure bar ( psi). Furnace Control Control of the furnace is from the SOLAAR Data Station or Local Control software via the spectrometer. A full handshaking RS232C link is provided to the furnace power supply. Furnace cycles are set up within a rapid fill table allowing up to 20 phases to be programmed for temperature, time, ramp rate, gas type and flow and special functions such as optical temperature control, read phase and non linear ramp. (Limited facilities with Local Control). Individual temperature look-up tables for all cuvette types ensure accurate temperature calibration. A lifetime display enables the cuvette to be changed before failure becomes likely. A preprogrammed cuvette clean cycle is available, culminating in maximum temperature for 5 seconds to ensure complete contamination removal. Comprehensive storage of the furnace program, together with spectrometer and autosampler parameters, is provided. Full furnace and autosampler status can be displayed, together with the results during the analysis (Data Station control only). Complete monitoring of all furnace interlocks is provided. FS95 Furnace Autosampler The attractively styled Autosampler will accommodate up to 60 samples in the large carousel. Carousel changeover allows up to 500 samples per run. 6 large reagent cups enable up to 6 matrix modifiers to be employed. Using the cup reducing ring, smaller sample cups can be used in the reagent cup positions to reduce modifier consumption. The sample is collected and dispensed via an inert PTFE capillary with easily interchangeable tips. Viscous and Normal modes of injection ensure that samples are handled appropriately and an enhanced wash program eliminates contamination. Fast furnace operation provides concurrent operation of the furnace, spectrometer, and autosampler sample uptake procedures, minimizing overall furnace cycle time. The syringe is visible and easily accessible for routine maintenance. A large 1 litre capacity wash vessel for long unattended analysis is complemented by an on-board waste vessel, removing the need for inconvenient waste collection on the laboratory floor. All facilities are programmed from the SOLAAR software and sampling facilities such as matrix modification (wet or dry mixing), standards addition, dilution, reconcentration and automatic standards Page 8 of 24

9 preparations can be rapidly set-up. Automatic rescaling and re-calibration functions are provided. If a sample falls outside the calibration range the system automatically and intelligently calculates the most appropriate dilution factor required to bring the sample back within range. Autosampler loading guides indicate the optimum carousel layout. Standard Items: Furnace Autosampler Polypropylene Sample Cups (1000), Polypropylene Reagent Cups (50), Spare Capillary tips (10). Carousel Capacity: 60 sample cups, 6 reagent cups. Cup Types: Polypropylene sample cups, Fluoroplastic sample cups, Reduced volume sample cups, Polypropylene reagent cups. Cup Volume (nominal): Sample cups 2 ml., Reduced volume cups 1.5 ml., Reagent cups 25 ml. Inert Gas Pressure: Nominal bar (5psi)., Minimum bar (3psi)., Maximum bar (10psi). Injection: Sample Volume 1-70 ul., Reproducibility - better than 1% (by mass) at volumes equal to and greater than 10 ul. 221XL Flame Autosampler Random access flame and vapour autosampler with 60 (Rack 21), 44 (Rack 22) or 14 (Rack 24) sample capacities. Smaller sample capacities imply larger available volume per sample. Standard Items: Random access x-y autosampler mechanism, Rack 21 (60 position), PTFE probe, RS232C adaptor. Necessary Additional Items: AA Wash Accessory, Polypropylene or glass sample/standard tubes for Rack 21. Power: 110 V, 120 V, 220 V, 240 V at 50 or 60 Hz, Consumption 50 VA. 222XL Flame Autosampler Random access, large capacity flame and vapour autosampler with 70 to 254 sample capacity, dependent on rack configuration. Smaller sample capacities imply larger available volume per sample. First rack (14 position) is used for blank and standards. Standard Items: Random access x-y autosampler mechanism, Rack 24 (14 position), PTFE probe, RS232C adaptor. Necessary Additional Items: AA Wash Accessory, Polypropylene or glass sample/standard tubes for Rack 24, 4 of Rack 24 (14 positions), Rack 22 (44 positions) or Rack 21 (60 positions) with appropriate polypropylene or glass sample/standard tubes. AA Wash Accessory The AA Wash Accessory provides wash facilities for the 221XL and 222XL autosamplers. Standard Items: Constant Head wash reservoir, Wash well for 221XL/ 222XL autosamplers ASX-520 and ASX-260 Flame Autosampler Random access, large capacity (ASX-520) or compact (ASX-260) flame/vapour autosampler with 84 to 360 max, (ASX-520) and 42 to 180 max (ASX-260). sample capacity, dependent on rack configuration. Optional racks for 21, 24, 40, 60 or 90 samples. Smaller sample capacities imply larger available volume per sample. Standard Items: Random access x-y autosampler mechanism, Standards rack (10 position), ASX sample racks (60 position each), ASX sample racks (60 position each), 10 standard and 240 sample polypropylene sample tubes, 0.5 mm ID and 0.8 mm ID PTFE sample probes, Pumped wash facility, RS232C adaptor. Page 9 of 24

10 ID100 Autodilutor The ID100 Autodilutor provides rapid, in-line preparation of calibration standards and intelligent or fixed ratio dilution of samples for flame measurements. It is based on a high precision multi-piston pump that is calibrated for life, and does not require any consumable items. It can be used with manual sampling or with any of the flame autosamplers. VP100 Continuous Flow Vapour Generator The VP100 Continuous Flow Vapour System performs hydride and mercury vapour measurements with significant sensitivity improvement over normal flame techniques. An air/acetylene flame or an electrically heated cell is used for atomization, avoiding the need to use hydrogen as the fuel gas. The VP100 unit incorporates the reagent reservoirs, a variable speed 4 channel peristaltic pump, control electronics and Gas Liquid separator. A integrated Mass Flow Controller allows the carrier gas flow to be controlled and monitored through the system software, and the continuous flow principle eliminates the need to clean the reaction vessel after each sample. The VP100 operates automatically under Data Station control and can provide full autosampling operation with a suitable autosampler. When used with the EC90 Electrically Heated Atomization Cell, unattended operation is possible. Standard Items: T-Cell (2) - Open ended, T-shaped silica cell (120 mm long), Mercury Cell - Long path (150 mm), Spare pump tubing, Spare glass Beads, Spare semi-permeable membrane. Necessary Additional Items: An appropriate accessory mount is required to fit the long path length cell to the spectrometer Cell Heating: Air/acetylene flame on 50 mm Universal burner, Electrical heating using EC90. Carrier/Purge Gas: Argon or nitrogen. Gas Inlet Pressure: bar (5-14 psi). Gas Consumption: Up to 500 ml/min. Reducing Agents: Sodium borohydride. Tin (II) chloride may be used for mercury analysis. Solution Transport: Variable speed, 4 channel peristaltic pump, using continuous flow principle. Solution Flow Rates: Reductant ml/min., Sample ml/min. Carrier Gas Flow Rates: Variable ml/min., Electronic control via Mass Flow Controller. Reagent Containers: Two 1 L plastic bottles. Power: 220/240 V, 50 Hz or 110/120 V, 60 Hz., Consumption 30 VA. Dimensions (mm): 475W x 300H x 200D. EC90 Electrically Heated Atomization Cell The EC90 is an electrically heated atomization cell for flameless vapour generation AAS. It provides improved analytical performance, unattended operation and reduced operating costs in comparison with a flame heated atomization cell. The EC90 must be used with the VP90 or VP100 and is suitable for all hydride forming elements. Standard Items: EC90 Furnace Head, EC90 Furnace Power Supply, 2 Silica T Cells. Necessary Additional Items: VP90 or VP100 Continuous Flow Vapour System, Appropriate Accessory Mount. Control System: From external power supply. AA Validator Available in three separate kits designed for Flame, Furnace or Flame and Furnace installations, the unique AA Validator provides full system validation for S Series and M Series AA systems, including comprehensive qualification plans. Full SOP's and check sheets, together with complete supplier assessment questionnaires, are supplied in the Validator Logbook for recording and demonstrating compliance. All necessary consumables are provided and even method validation guidelines are included. The integrated PQ Test software contains a Page 10 of 24

11 complete set of SOPs and a Wizard to lead the user through the tests needed to validate the instrument analytical performance against the manufacturer's specification. Major Contents (depends on kit type): Validator Logbook, Ca/Mg Hollow Cathode Lamp, Ni/Cr/Mn Hollow Cathode Lamp, Pyrolytically Coated Cuvettes, Manganese Validation Standard, Nickel Validation Standard, Chromium Validation Standard. Water Blank Validation Standard. AA Validatorplus The Validatorplus accessory contains a set of traceable and certified filters. It is fitted in the spectrometer and controlled by the OQ Test software. Standard Items: Calibrated Validation Unit (CVU), Power Supply, RS232 Data Lead. Necessary Additional Items: Either the Validator Logbook or the appropriate Validator Kit, RH Universal Accessory Mount for use with M Series spectrometers, LH Universal Accessory Mount for use with S Series spectrometers. Aliquot Micro-sampling Accessory This is a simple accessory that provides manual Aliquot Micro-sampling facilities. Aliquot Micro-sampling is particularly useful when the available volume of sample is limited, or the sample is too viscous, or contains too high a concentration of dissolved solids, to allow conventional aspiration. Standard Items: Teflon block, Uptake tube. Necessary Additional Items: Adjustable Micropipette. Slotted Tube Atom Trap The STAT accessory provides a useful increase in flame analytical sensitivity for certain more volatile elements, such as Cd, Zn, Pb, and Cu. Standard Items: STAT Holder, 5 Quartz STAT tubes. Necessary Additional Items: 50 mm Universal Titanium Burner. Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Kit The Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Kit allows the flow rate of the auxiliary oxidant gas that can be supplied to an air/acetylene flame to be varied over a wide range, in order to allow the flame chemistry to be optimized when using less common organic solvents. Note that all flame instruments fitted with automatic gas control modules include a fixed flow rate auxiliary oxidant facility for air/acetylene flames that is suitable for the organic solvents most commonly used. The Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Kit is not compatible with the S2 spectrometer. Standard Items: Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Kit. Solvent Resistant Flame Kit This kit contains the necessary replacement flame system parts recommended when the spectrometer is to be used extensively for the analysis of organic solvents. It includes solvent resistant 'O' rings, a modified spray chamber, and solvent resistant drain tubing. LH Universal Accessory Mount Accessory Mount for use in the S Series and left hand M Series sample compartments. This is necessary for mounting the EC90 Furnace Head and the Mercury Absorption Cell in these sample compartments. It is also used for mounting the Validatorplus Calibration Validation Unit in the S Series sample compartment. Page 11 of 24

12 RH Universal Accessory Mount Accessory Mount for use in the RH M Series sample compartment. This is necessary for mounting the EC90 Furnace Head, the Validatorplus Calibration Validation Unit, and the Mercury Absorption Cell in this sample compartment. Retrospective Accessory Mount Kit This kit is required for mounting certain accessories in the LH sample compartment of older (part number ###) M Series Spectrometers, and earlier 969/989 Spectrometers Graphite Furnace Cuvettes Normal (Electrographite) Cuvettes Description: The normal cuvette is made from a form of graphite called electrographite. This cuvette is suitable for the determination of volatile elements such as Pb, and Cd in simple matrices, such as clean waters. (Pyrolytically) Coated Electrographite Cuvettes Description: This coated cuvette is a modified electrographite cuvette, coated with a thin layer of pyrolytic graphite. Coated cuvettes are required for the carbide forming, mediumvolatile and refractory elements and for samples with complex high salt matrices. Extended Lifetime Cuvettes (ELC) Description: ELC's are unique to Thermo and have a pyrolytic coating that is up to 10 times thicker than the standard coating. This gives them more stable performance and much longer useful lifetimes than either of the electrographite-based cuvettes. These cuvettes are especially recommended for high throughout analyses with complex samples and when measuring the most refractory elements. Omega Platform Extended Lifetime Description: Omega platform cuvettes have an integrated L'Vov platform built into the cuvettes, which makes them particularly suitable for determining the more volatile elements in heavy matrices where vapour phase interferences cause severe problems. The integral platform is designed to accommodate up to 50 µl volumes and so can provide excellent concentration limits. The Omega cuvettes use the ELC coating technology and have similar long, stable lifetime characteristics. Hollow Cathode Lamps. Data Coded Multi-element Lamps High quality hollow cathode lamps optimized for use with the M Series and S Series spectrometers. The spectrometers read the list of elements contained in the lamp and the maximum permissible lamp current from the Data Coding, providing maximum convenience and removing the possibility of damaging the lamp with excessive currents. Multi-element lamps provide analytical performance comparable with single element lamps, while reducing your lamp inventory and increasing the ease of use. All Thermo Electron Corporation Data Coded Multi-element Lamps carry a 5000 ma/hr lifetime guarantee. Data Coded Single Element Lamps High quality hollow cathode lamps optimized for use with the M Series and S Series spectrometers. The spectrometers read the element contained in the lamp and the maximum permissible lamp current from the Data Coding, providing maximum convenience and removing the possibility of damaging the lamp with excessive currents. Single element lamps provide the best possible analytical performance. All Thermo Electron Corporation Data Coded Single Element Lamps carry a 5000 ma/hr lifetime guarantee. Page 12 of 24

13 Uncoded Multi-element Lamps High quality hollow cathode lamps optimized for use with the M Series and S Series spectrometers. Multielement lamps provide analytical performance comparable with single element lamps, while reducing your lamp inventory and increasing the ease of use. All Thermo Electron Corporation Uncoded Multielement Lamps carry a 5000 ma/hr lifetime guarantee. Uncoded Single Element Lamps High quality hollow cathode lamps optimized for use with the M Series and S Series spectrometers. Single element lamps provide the best possible analytical performance. All Thermo Electron Corporation Uncoded Single Element Lamps carry a 5000 ma/hr lifetime guarantee. Value Range Lamps A limited range of cost effective hollow cathode lamps for use with the M Series and S Series spectrometers. Value Range Single Element lamps provide analytical performance comparable with normal lamps, at a significantly reduced cost. All Thermo Electron Corporation Value Range Uncoded Single Element Lamps carry a 5000 ma/hr lifetime guarantee. Order Guide Description Part Number Si Spectrometers to upgrade your S Series spectrometer to an Si instrument add the following Part number to your instrument order S2 AA Spectrometer (standard photomultiplier) S2 AA Spectrometer (wide range photomultiplier) S4 AA Spectrometer (standard photomultiplier) S4 AA Spectrometer (wide range photomultiplier) Mi Spectrometers to upgrade your M Series spectrometer to an Mi instrument add the following Part number to your instrument order M5 Dual Atomizer AA Spectrometer (wide range photomultiplier) M6 Dual Atomizer Zeeman AA Spectrometer MQZ Zeeman AA Spectrometer MQZe Dual Atomizer Zeeman/Vapour AA Spectrometer Page 13 of 24

14 Major Options and Accessories Graphite Furnace and Furnace Autosampler For S Series Spectrometers GFS97 Integrated Graphite Furnace and Autosampler Part Number or (N. America) For M Series Spectrometers GF95 Graphite Furnace (for M5 spectrometers only) GF95Z Zeeman Graphite Furnace (for M6, MQZ and MQZe spectrometers) GF95Z - with Rhodium Plated centre block or (N. America) or (N. America) or (N. America) Rhodium Plated centre block for GF95Z - retrospective fitting FS95 Furnace Autosampler Graphite Furnace TeleVision GFTV (for M Series Spectrometers, Factory Fitted, 50 Hz) GFTV (for M Series Spectrometers, Factory Fitted, 60 Hz) GFTV (for S Series Spectrometers, Factory Fitted, 50 Hz) GFTV (for S Series Spectrometers, Factory Fitted 60 Hz) GFTV Software and Interface Kit (USB version) GFTV Software and Interface Kit (PCI version) GFTV Software and Interface Kit is necessary if an external monitor is not used. It cannot be used if the spectrometer is controlled with a Local Control module. An appropriate TV licence may be required. GFTV Monitor Page 14 of 24

15 A GFTV Monitor is necessary if the GFTV Software and Interface Kit is not used, or if the spectrometer is controlled by a Local Control module. Control Options All spectrometers include SOLAAR software as standard. Local Control module (Factory Fitted) Data Station (110 V/120 V) Data Station (220 V/240 V) SOLAAR Upgrade Software (includes software for earlier systems) SOLAARsecurity Software (ordered with spectrometer) SOLAARsecurity Software (upgrade for existing systems) Note that this includes the SOLAAR Upgrade software. Description Part Number Flame and Vapour Autosamplers Gilson 221XL Autosampler V/ V Gilson 222XL Autosampler V/ V AA Wash Kit for Gilson autosamplers CETAC ASX-520 Autosampler V/ V CETAC ASX-260 Autosampler V/ V Autodilutor ID100 Autodilutor Continuous Flow Vapour Generation System VP100 Continuous Flow Vapour System Electrically Heated Atomisation Cell EC90 Electrically Heated Atomisation Cell Page 15 of 24

16 Must be used with a VP90 or VP100 Vapour System and a Universal Accessory Mount to provide a working system. It is essential for vapour analysis with the MQZ and MQZe spectrometers. Validator Validator Log Book 9499 VAL FAAS Validator Package 9423 VAL GFAAS Validator Package 9423 VAL FAAS/GFAAS Validator Package 9423 VAL Validatorplus Accessory 9423 VAL Aliquot Sampling Manual Aliquot Micro-sampling Accessory Slotted Tube Atom Trap STAT Accessory (requires use of 50 mm Universal Burner) Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Kit (Factory Fitted) Solvent Resistant Flame Kit Solvent Resistant Flame Kit Universal Accessory Mounts LH Sample Compartment Universal Accessory Mount This is required for mounting certain accessories in the LH Sample Compartment of current M Series Spectrometers, and in the Flame Compartment of S Series Spectrometers ### RH Sample Compartment Universal Accessory Mount This is required for mounting certain accessories in the RH Sample Compartment of all M Series Spectrometers. Retrospective Accessory Mount Kit Page 16 of 24

17 This is required for mounting certain accessories in the LH Sample Compartment of older M Series Spectrometers, and earlier 969/989 Spectrometers ### Air Supply Air Compressor (220/240 V, 50 Hz) (includes filter/regulator unit) Air Compressor (220/240 V, 60 Hz) (includes filter/regulator unit) Air Compressor (110/120 V, 50 Hz) (includes filter/regulator unit) Air Compressor (100/120 V, 60 Hz) (includes filter/regulator unit) Printers Colour inkjet printer (NOT suitable for use with Local Control module) Epson compatible Dot Matrix Printer (220/240 V) Epson compatible Dot Matrix Printer (110/120 V) Parallel Printer Cable General Accessories and Consumables Part Number Spectrometer Wide Range Photomultiplier Field Upgrade S Series Spectrometers GFTV Field Upgrade (50 Hz) A GFTV Software and Interface Kit, or a GFTV Monitor will be required to make a working system. S Series Spectrometers GFTV Field Upgrade (60 Hz) A GFTV Software and Interface Kit, or a GFTV Monitor will be required to make a working system. M Series Spectrometers GFTV Field Upgrade (50 Hz) A GFTV Software and Interface Kit, or a GFTV Monitor will be required to make a working system. M Series Spectrometers GFTV Field Upgrade (60 Hz) Page 17 of 24

18 A GFTV Software and Interface Kit, or a GFTV Monitor will be required to make a working system. Accessory Trolley User Spares Kit for older M Series Spectrometers Older M Series Spectrometers have part numbers ###. User Spares Kit for current M and S Series Spectrometers Current M Series Spectrometers have part numbers ###. Background Correction QuadLine deuterium source for current M and S Series Spectrometers Current M Series Spectrometers have part numbers ###. QuadLine deuterium source for older M Series Spectrometers Older M Series Spectrometers have part numbers ###. Gas Handling These items are suitable for British Oxygen Company equipment only. Acetylene Gas Pressure Regulator Acetylene Flashback Arrestor Hydrogen Flashback Arrestor Nitrogen/Argon/Air Gas Pressure Regulator Nitrous Oxide Gas Pressure Regulator Flame Compartment Universal (50 mm) Titanium Burner Air/acetylene (100 mm) Titanium Burner Retrofit Universal (50 mm) Titanium Burner Retrofit Air/acetylene (100 mm) Titanium Burner Page 18 of 24

19 The Retrofit Burners are required for older (part number ) M Series Spectrometers, and earlier 969/989 Spectrometers ### Spare Inert Nebulizer Nebulizer Uptake Tube mm ID (for reduced uptake rate) Nebulizer Uptake Tube mm ID Nebulizer Cleaning Probe Variable Flow Auxiliary Oxidant Kit Field Upgrade Spray Chamber Renovation Kit Micro-adjustable Impact Bead Kit litre Drain Vessel Solvent Resistant Drain Tubing LH Universal Accessory Mount (S Series and current M Series) RH Universal Accessory Mount (M Series only) Retrofit Accessory Mount Kit (for older M Series, part number, and earlier instruments) Gilson Flame and Vapour Autosampler ### Polypropylene Tubes for Rack 21, 8 ml, 1000 per pack Glass Tubes for Rack 21, 9 ml, 100 per pack Rack 21 (60 position) Polypropylene Tubes for Rack 22, 17 ml, 10 per pack Glass Tubes for Rack 22, 20 ml, 100 per pack Rack 22 (44 position) Polypropylene Tubes for Rack 24, 50 ml, 10 per pack Glass Tubes for Rack 24, 50 ml, 30 per pack Rack 24 (14 position) Spare Teflon Sample Probe Page 19 of 24

20 222XL Autosampler Rack Tray Gilson Autosampler to Nebulizer capillary tube Rack 81 Kit (supports 96 well microplates on 222XL only) Description Part Number CETAC Flame and Vapour Autosampler 21 Position Sample Rack Position Sample Rack Position Sample Rack Position Sample Rack Position Sample Rack Polypropylene Tubes for 21 position rack and Standards rack, 50 ml, 500 per pack Polypropylene Tubes for 24 position rack, 30 ml, 500 per pack Polypropylene Tubes for 40 position rack, 20 ml, 500 per pack Polypropylene Tubes for 60 position rack, 14 ml, 1000 per pack Polypropylene Tubes for 90 position rack, 8 ml, 1000 per pack Sample Probe Assembly Sample Probe, 0.5 mm ID Sample Probe, 0.8 mm ID Tray Sub-assembly with a Standards Rack Rinse Station Drain Pump Tubing and Connector Kit Autodilutor ID100 Autodilutor Consumables Kit Graphite Furnace Water Recirculator (50 Hz) Page 20 of 24

21 Water Recirculator (60 Hz) GF95 Tilt Mount Graphite Contact Cones for GF95/GFS Contact Cone Replacement Tool for GF95/GFS Graphite Contact Cones for GF95Z Contact Cone Replacement Tool for GF95Z Adjustable Micropipette, 0-20 µl Pipette Tips, 20 µl, 1000 per pack GF95 User Spares Kit GF95Z User Spares Kit GFS97 User Spares Kit Furnace Autosampler Polypropylene Sample Cups, 2 ml, 1000 per pack Polypropylene Reagents Cups, 25 ml, 50 per pack PTFE Sample Cups, 2ml, 20 per pack Reduced Volume Sample Cups, 1.5 ml, 20 per pack Cup Reducing Ring Spare Capillary Tips Replacement PTFE Sampling Capillary Tube Carousel and Tray Furnace Autosampler User Spares Kit Slotted Tube Atom Trap Spare Quartz Slotted Tubes, 5 per pack Dot Matrix Printer Spare Printer Paper Spare Printer Ink Ribbon Validation Page 21 of 24

22 Nickel Validation Standard 9423 VAL Chromium Validation Standard 9423 VAL Manganese Validation Standard 9423 VAL Water Blank Validation Standard 9423 VAL Re-calibration of Validatorplus and/or isq module Accessory 9423 VAL R0004 Hollow Cathode Lamps: Multi-Element Description Uncoded p/n Coded p/n Description Uncoded p/n Coded p/n Ag/Cr/Cu Co/Ni Ag/Cu Cr/Cu Al/Mg Cr/Mn Al/Si Cr/Ni Ba/Sr Cr/Ni/Cu/Mn Cu/Fe/Zn Cr/Ni/Mn Ca/Ba Cu/Fe Ca/Ba/S Cu/Fe/Mn/Zn Ca/Mg Cr/Ni/Cu Ca/Mg/Si Cu/Mn Ca/Si Cu/Mn/Zn Ca/Sr Cu/Ni Cd/Zn Fe/Mn Co/Cu Fe/Ni Co/Cu/Fe Fe/Zn Co/Fe Mg/Si Co/Mn Mn/Zn Co/Mn/Ni Na/K Co/Mo Si/Ti Page 22 of 24

23 Graphite Furnace Cuvettes Description Part Number Graphite Furnace Cuvettes Normal Graphite Cuvettes, Ridged and Uncoated, 10 per pack Pyrolytically Coated Graphite Cuvettes, Ridged, 10 per pack Extended Lifetime Cuvettes (ELC), 10 per pack Extended Lifetime Cuvettes (ELC), 20 per pack Omega Platform Cuvettes, 10 per pack Hollow Cathode Lamps: Single Element Lamps Description Uncoded Data Coded Value Lamp Description Uncoded Data Coded Value Lamp Ag V Nb Al V Nd As V Ni V Au V Os B P Ba Pb V Be Pd Bi V Pr Ca V Pt Cd V Rb Co V Re Cr V Rh Cs Ru Cu V Sb V Dy Sc Page 23 of 24

24 Er Se V Eu Si Fe V Sm Ga Sn V Gd Sr Ge Ta Hf Tb Hg V Te Ho Th In Ti Ir Tl K V Tm La U Li V Lu W Mg V Y Mn V Yb Mo V Zn V Na V Zr IET International Equipment Trading Ltd. Proudly serving laboratories worldwide since 1979 CALL for Refurbished & Certified Lab Equipment Page 24 of 24