How do I convert the Peak Area (pA*s) measurements in a GC-FID lab report into mass/weight percent of components for analysed crude oil samples?
How do I characterise the n-paraffins and estimate the single carbon number (SCN) distribution from the…
Hi all :) For he experts here! I did my yearly maintenance (new gold seal, liner, column end cut to inlet and FID, new gas filters, ...). But since then, everytime there's a temperature change in the GC, the signal will show a sudden bump and then it…
Hello MikeL ,
Just wanted to post what we discussed during your call with the support center so if anyone else sees a similar problem they will have some things to try.
There can be issues with copying and pasting fairly large amounts of information…
I'm running a GC(7890A) / MS(5975C) with MassHunter Acquisition software. I automate much of my data analysis in Python by exporting the GC signal (FID) to .csv, and then exporting the MS signal using 'Export 3-D Data...' in MSD Productivity Chemstation…
Recently, we connected the column (CP7429) to TCD and FID using a Y splitter. However, there is no signal response on both TCD and FID after manually injection of the calibration gas (containing H2, CO, CH4, C2H4, C2H6 in CO2). The carrier gas is Ar.…
i had faced this troubleshooting before
it is probably a software problem.
first close masshunter and double click ( remove masshunter process)
open the soft again and try to create another method with same parameters it should work
also try to…
When performing the Eukariote Total RNA test on the same chip we had some samples with very degraded RNA and one sample with what seems like good quality RNA but the software failed to give a RIN value for that sample. Is there a way to still measure…
Dear Colleagues, apologizing for frequently wondering but I first faced this problem. GC produces a signal without turning on the FID Detector!? Please look at the attached photo. After turning on the detector and then conditioning the column while the…
For many FID methods, 10-20 Hz data rate is sufficient unless you're doing a fast method of some sort. You need enough data points to define the peak correctly and not get any spectral tilt. Typically 15-20 points across the peak is enough.
Hello AGILENT family,
i have a few questions on the analysis of Pb in blood samples.
am failing to get the right concentrations of the QC sample 8ppb instead it’s reading 0.08 ppb and at the same time it’s also showing overange (0.08o) even when my…
This Information Applies To: HES ion source in 5977B/C GC/MSD, 7010 triple quadrupole GC/MS systems
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The filaments are replaced as part of routine maintenance, or when they break (zero output current).
Items Required
Gloves, nylon,...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 5977A/B/C GC/MSD
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The Electron Multiplier Horn must be replaced when it is contaminated or the EMV value reaches 3000 V with a clean ion source.
Items Required
Electron multiplier horn (5977B/C:...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 5973/ 5975/5977 GC/MSD with rotary vane foreline pump
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The oil mist filter is recommended to be replaced annually. If the color of the filter has changed or there is smell from the filter, the oil mist...
This Information Applies To: Agilent EI Source
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During normal operation of the GC/MS, the EI SST/Inert ion source will need to be disassembled to proceed with abrasive ion source cleaning and / or routine replacement of consumable parts (filaments...
This Information Applies To: Agilent G7129A/B/C Vialsampler
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Replacing the needle and needle seat of the Vialsampler is required when:
The needle is visibly damaged.
Leaks or blockages in the vialsampler are observed, especially between...
This Information Applies To: Agilent G1311A/B/C, G7111A/B, Quaternary Pumps, and G1310A/B, G7110B Isocratic Pumps, G1312A/B/C, G7112B Binary Pumps
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How to diagnose no flow or no pressure issues on binary, quaternary, or isocratic pumps.
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This Information Applies To: Agilent UV and RID detectors
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A clogged flow cell causes high backpressure. The clog can be removed by flushing the system with solvents at high pressure. If you suspect a clog or experience high backpressure due...
This Information Applies To: Agilent G1312X and G7112X binary pumps.
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A blockage before the pressure sensor, e.g. in a pump head, will not give a high pressure or overpressure system error. Instead, the pump may show one of various error messages...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 1100, 1200, 1260 LC Pumps.
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The following procedure allows the cleaning of residue from the pump's check valves, often caused by polymerization of aged acetonitrile or salt-based solutions that may prevent...
This Information Applies To: Agilent LC Systems
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After analyzing dirty or concentrated samples, some sample compounds may retain in the column and other parts of the HPLC system. If the column re-equilibration after each run is not enough to...