Analytik Jena PlasmaQuant MS ICP-MS

With the introduction of the PlasmaQuant MS, Analytik Jena has extended its portfolio with an ICP-MS. The mass spectrometer, with a free-running 27 MHz solid-state RF generator for plasma generation, handles organic matrices without changing the torch configuration.

The highly efficient RF generator produces a robust, balanced plasma with an argon consumption rate of less than 10 L/min plasma coolant gas, effectively reducing argon consumption by half compared to a conventional ICP-MS. The Eco Plasma is said to conserve resources and reduce running costs without sacrificing the performance of the ICP-MS.

The system’s powerful plasma is suitable for the analysis of liquid samples, although its strength is shown in the analysis of single particles or dry aerosol - eg, in combination with laser ablation sample introduction. Other features include: neutral plasma for low kinetic energy spread of the analyte ions; efficient decomposition and ionisation of high solid matrices; variable plasma power between 0.3 and 1.6 kW; and an aerosol dilution option for high matrix samples.