Description
Spray Chamber Tracey DC PEEK – 20-809-4801
Part Number:
20-809-4801
Cross Reference(s)
N/A
Instrument Compatibility:
Agilent / Varian 800-MS Series
Analytik Jena PQ9X00 / PQ9200 Series
Detail:
Tracey DC Spray Chamber
Includes:
Helix CT Locking Screw with Seal
Spray Chamber Highlights
Function
By filtering out larger droplets, the spray chamber helps optimize the sample introduction process. Subsequently, this leads to more accurate and reliable results in elemental analysis using ICP techniques such as ICP-OES and ICP-MS.
Design Features
Different types of spray chambers exist, with popular designs including cyclonic chambers which use a swirling motion to separate large droplets from the aerosol.
Impact on Analysis
A well-chosen and properly maintained spray chamber can significantly influence the sensitivity, precision, and signal stability of an ICP analysis.
Spray Chambers and Design Considerations
Function of a Spray Chamber
In all ICP techniques, the spray chamber’s primary role is to separate large droplets from a sample aerosol, ensuring only fine droplets reach the plasma for analysis.
Importance of Sensitivity
For ICP-MS, which has a much higher sensitivity than ICP-OES, achieving a very fine aerosol is crucial to maximize signal and minimize background noise.
Design Variations
Depending on the specific needs of the analysis, different spray chamber designs like cyclonic chambers might be preferred to optimize droplet size distribution and reduce matrix effects.
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