I. Overview
The ICP mass spectrometer combines inductively coupled plasma (ICP) technology and mass spectrometry analysis technology. In the ICP section, the high-frequency radio frequency signal applied to the inductor coil forms a high-temperature plasma, causing the analyzed sample to evaporate, decompose, excite, and ionize in the central region of the plasma torch. During this process, the elements in the sample are ionized to form ions. Subsequently, these ions were effectively transferred to the mass spectrometry section through the interface of the mass spectrometer.
The mass spectrometry section is a mass screening and analyzer. It is based on the principle that charged particles can deflect in an electromagnetic field. By selecting ions with different nucleation ratios (m/z), it detects the intensity of a certain ion and analyzes and calculates the intensity of a certain element. This analysis method enables ICP mass spectrometer to accurately detect and analyze the elemental composition in samples.
2、 Technical indicators and functions
ICP mass spectrometer has multiple technical indicators, such as mass number range, collision cell design, gas type used, detector type, and dynamic range. These indicators collectively determine the performance and application range of the instrument.
In terms of functionality, ICP mass spectrometer is mainly used for separating and detecting substance composition. It can perform precise analysis based on the mass differences of material atoms, molecules, or molecular fragments. In addition, ICP mass spectrometer also has the advantages of analyzing a wide range of element types, rapidly obtaining isotope information, low detection limit, fast analysis speed, and wide linear range. This makes it have broad application prospects in fields such as chemistry, biology, and environmental science.
3、 Performance advantages of iQuad 2300 domestic ICP mass spectrometer
1. Stability analysis shows that the 4-hour long-term stability RSD is less than 3%;
2. Tailored for high-throughput laboratories
Seven way valve high-speed injection saves 50% of analysis time;
Intelligent Electronic Dilution - Through intelligent and precise ion transfer control, different elements are diluted with electrons in different proportions. Realize multiple injections and analyze both constant and trace elements simultaneously,
3. To provide precise analysis and safeguard
Hexapole collision reaction cell, achieving ultra-high ion transfer efficiency and higher ability to eliminate mass spectrometry interference;
Axial acceleration function effectively eliminates space charge effects and precisely controls each step of the reaction;
The optimized ion transport path adopts a secondary off-axis and dual 90 ° deflection design, effectively reducing background interference and significantly improving signal-to-noise ratio.
4. Remote control, one click start, automatic tuning, and more intelligent functions
4、 Instrument features
1. High sensitivity electron multiplier
Digital/analog, dual-mode working mode
Dynamic range:>1011
2. Innovative digital plasma source (RF generator)
27.12MHz RF generator, no matching box design
Frequency adaptive, with stronger adaptability to complex sample matrix loads
Virtual grounding, no need for physical shielding torch
Automatic switching between cold/hot plasma
Plasma TV
3. High precision collision/reaction pool
A hexapole collision reaction cell with axial acceleration function, high ion transfer efficiency.
Dual mode working mode, with both KED and reaction modes
The Kinetic Energy Discrimination (KED) mode greatly eliminates multi atom interferences and is suitable for samples with complex matrices and multiple types of interference
The reaction mode has high flexibility and selectivity, and can effectively eliminate specific interfering ions
4. Full digital frequency tuning quadrupole drive technology
Digital frequency modulation, no need for air capacitors, stronger environmental adaptability
Automatic tuning function
The residence time can be as low as 10 microseconds
5. Rich accessory selection, better compatibility
Compatible with Cetec, ESI automatic sampler, and automatic diluter
Various types of laser ablation, direct injection of solids
LC, GC, and IC can be used in combination for morphological, nanoparticle, and single-cell analysis
6. Stable, efficient, and reliable interface
Water cooled double cone design, available in nickel and platinum materials
X-Y-Z automatic adjustment and optimization of sampling position and depth, efficient transmission of ions to be analyzed
External floating water-cooled cone disc, automatic locking and locking, stable and reliable, intuitive and convenient operation
7. Efficient sampling system
High purity quartz material, available in various types and specifications
Standard low flow concentric atomizer, swirl chamber, optional Scott chamber
4-channel 12 roller peristaltic pump with adjustable pump speed
Can be equipped with a 7-way valve, high-speed injection
Standard semiconductor refrigeration, precise temperature control
Reduce and eliminate signal drift
Dissolve, reduce oxide interference and matrix effects
5、 Application Fields
ICP mass spectrometer plays an important role in the field of analytical chemistry, especially suitable for the analysis of trace elements. It is widely used for sample analysis in geological, environmental, biological, medical and other fields, such as determining the trace element content in water samples, soil, rocks, and biological tissues, as well as studying the isotopic composition of elements.