GC Inlet Maintenance
Find links and part numbers to the consumables used in the video here.
GC Septum
Inlet septa are used to maintain a leak-free seal at the GC inlet, even after repeated injections.
If the septum has a dimple, the dimple…
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Unless you are strictly matrix matching your calibration standards to your samples, it is best to use an internal standard to account for matrix effects. This is standard practice in ICP-OES. Most people use Yttrium or Scandium, an element that is not…
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Hi Raina,
on Carbon columns H 2 will be the first peak closely followed by methane. Like on all PLOT columns overloaded peak shift to smaller retention times, i. e. into your hydrogen signal. There is nothing you can do with this type of column. Hydrogen…
Hello Elei , This is just the normal system pressure as measured by the pressure sensor inside the pump. You can check this from the online or acquisition section of your SW, under the pump status. What SW are you currently using?
Hi MSVS , My pleasure to assist. Thank you for letting us know that you were able to configure successfully using the steps. I am glad to hear that we now have the solution to this case.
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Soap and water or Snoop type leak detection fluids are not recommended to be used on GC or GC/MS gas connections. If gas is leaking out, gas is also leaking in - that's why a leak in the helium line will show as air in the background. That means that…
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter Workstation 4.6 or below, and ICP-MS MassHunter Workstation 5.1 and above.
Issue
Guide for identifying the current software version your Agilent ICP-MS system is using, to see if any updates...
This Information Applies To: Agilent OpenLab ChemStation, Agilent OpenLab EZChrom, Agilent OpenLab CDS.
Issue
When users of OpenLab CDS forget their passwords, another user with the right privileges will reset their password, however, sometimes...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS systems (7700/7800/7850/7900/8800/8900)
Issue
Error messages related to temperature can cause the plasma to shut off or disable plasma ignition. While a warning message will still allow the plasma to light...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter Software 4.x and 5.x
Issue
How to view meters in ICP-MS MassHunter Software, or change what meters are selected?
Background
ICP-MS MassHunter allows up to five meters to be displayed at...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS (7800/7850/7900/8900)
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How to replace the oil mist filter in the MS40+ or MS40-S?
Background
The oil mist filter in the MS40+ or MS40-S should be replaced yearly.
Warning :
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This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS (7700/7800/8800)
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How to check the DS 402 foreline pump to determine if the pump needs maintenance.
Background
The oil cleanliness and oil level in the DS 402 foreline pump should be checked...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS systems (7700, 7800, 7850, 7900, 8800, 8900)
Issue
After shutting down and restarting the ICP-MS, sometimes the communication between ICP-MS and PC does not automatically reconnect. It may be necessary...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS (7700/7800/8800)
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How to replace the Foreline Pump Oil Mist Filter in the DS 402 foreline pump.
Background
The oil mist filter element should be replaced yearly , or when the level of oil in...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS (7500/7700/8800)
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How to replace the Forline Pump Oil Mist Filter and Odor Element in the E2M18 or E2M18F?
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The oil mist filter and odor element should be replaced yearly, or if the...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-MS (7500/7700/8800)
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How to replace the Forline Pump Oil in the E2M18 or E2M18F?
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The E2M18 oil should be replaced at least every three months or when the oil color indicates it needs...