Description
Injector – Quartz – 1.0mm ID x 151mm long – EOP
Part Number:
PG750-81/1.0
Cross Reference(s)
None Available
Instrument Compatibility:
Spectro Blue and ARCOS II SOP
Detail:
Quartz, 1.0mm tip ID x 151mm Long, with 2 x Teflon seals.
Why an Quartz Injector?
In an ICP system, a “quartz injector” refers to the small, inner tube made of quartz that is part of the plasma torch. It is responsible for delivering the sample aerosol (a fine mist of the sample) directly into the center of the plasma where it gets atomized and ionized for analysis. Essentially, this tube “injects” the sample into the hot plasma.
Key points about the Quartz injector:
Function:
It acts as a conduit to precisely introduce the sample aerosol into the plasma, ensuring efficient analysis.
Material:
Typically made of quartz due to its high heat resistance, but other materials like sapphire may be used for samples containing aggressive chemicals like hydrofluoric acid.
Part of the Torch:
The Quartz Injector is one of three concentric tubes within the ICP torch. The other tubes provide gas flows to maintain the plasma.
The Quartz Injector plays a crucial role in ICP systems. Here’s why it’s important, and some different types and benefits.
Importance of the Quartz Injector in ICP.
The Quartz Injector is responsible for introducing the sample aerosol into the plasma. This is a critical step because it ensures that the sample is efficiently ionized, which is necessary for accurate and precise elemental analysis. Quartz is often used because it can withstand the high temperatures of the plasma. Plus, it’s chemically inert to most samples.
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