Compact gas chromatograph now supports diverse analytical applications

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments has unveiled an expanded lineup of its Brevis GC-2050 gas chromatography systems, enhancing versatility across various analytical fields. The compact GC-2050 now accommodates a comprehensive range of detectors, injectors, and sample preparation devices, broadening its applicability in industries such as petrochemicals, environmental monitoring, and renewable energy.

Key Features of the Brevis GC-2050:

• Redesigned Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD): Approximately one-fourth the size of conventional TCDs, offering rapid stabilization and high-sensitivity analysis of inorganic gases and light hydrocarbons.

• GI-30 Auto Gas Selector: Enables automated analysis of gases with adsorbable components, ensuring high injection reproducibility.

• ECO Idling Function: Learns device usage patterns to reduce power consumption by approximately 61% and gas consumption by about 92%, promoting energy efficiency.

• Dual-Line Analysis Capability: Oven accommodates two 100-meter columns, allowing simultaneous analysis on two analytical lines.

• Compact Design: Space-saving footprint without compromising performance, ideal for laboratories with limited bench space.

The Brevis GC-2050's modular design supports various configurations, including:

• Automatic Gas Analysis System: Integrates the new TCD and GI-30 for analyzing gases in green energy development.

• Jetanizer/Polyarc Microreactor System: Features a small catalytic reactor for high-sensitivity quantification of biofuel components using a universal detector (FID).

• Customized GC System: Equipped with the VB-30 Series valve box for gas analysis in quality and process control in petrochemical and gas manufacturing plants.

• Thermal Desorption System: Incorporates the TD-30 pretreatment device for high-precision analysis of atmospheric volatile compounds.

• Pyrolysis Analysis System: Includes the PY-3030D pyrolysis furnace for analyzing resins and additives.

• Headspace Sampler System: Features the HS-20 NX pre-processing unit for analyzing volatile compounds in liquids and solids.

• Multi-Detector GC System: Utilizes Advanced Flow Technology for simultaneous analysis of various compounds using multiple detectors.