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Access Agilent eNewsletter February 2016

Tip: One call to Agilent ensures optimal performance of your PerkinElmer systems

Melanie Rothermich and Eric Vanclay, Agilent Supplies Product Managers

Figure 1. Source comprehensive supplies for PerkinElmer AA, ICP, and ICP-OES instruments in your lab from Agilent.

As a busy lab technician, you know that maintaining your diagnostic systems can be time consuming. As a global leader in spectroscopy and chromatography, Agilent can streamline your parts and service procurement needs by being your single source for parts, consumables and services for your PerkinElmer AA, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS systems. (Figure 1). Agilent makes it convenient to order all of the parts in your workflow for optimized performance, while providing easy access to the services that will keep your lab running smoothly. Bottom line? Now you can take advantage of Agilent as the single point of contact for all your PerkinElmer needs.

Superior performance of Agilent OneNeb in a PerkinElmer ICP-OES

The Agilent range of supplies for PerkinElmer systems includes innovative products that can help you improve both performance and productivity in your lab. For example, the revolutionary OneNeb nebulizer, available exclusively from Agilent, uses Flow Blurring nebulization to generate a fine aerosol for improved sensitivity and reduced blockages. The OneNeb is virtually indestructible and inert, so it can handle all samples, including HF digests and common organic solvents. It also provides superb tolerance to dissolved solids. Agilent OneNeb is a direct replacement for both conventional glass concentric and inert nebulizers used with PerkinElmer ICP-OES systems, and is compatible with glass cyclonic and inert spray chambers used with the PerkinElmer ICP-OES systems.

Figure 2. Comparison of nebulizer sensitivity for a 10x dilution of mixed calibration standard in a 5% NaCI matrix.

We demonstrated the performance of Agilent OneNeb by comparing it with other common nebulizers used with the PerkinElmer Optima ICP-OES. Figure 2 shows the relative sensitivity for a 10x dilution of a PerkinElmer multi-element standard prepared in 5% NaCl. This solution was measured using common nebulizers used with the Optima 7300 DV ICP-OES, equipped with a Scott spray chamber. Each nebulizer was operated at the recommended conditions for this type of matrix. The intensities obtained using the OneNeb ranged from 50 to 240% larger than the nearest nebulizer for this 5% NaCl matrix.

The Agilent Multimode Sample Introduction System (MSIS) enables simultaneous determination of routine elements using conventional nebulization, and the environmentally sensitive elements, including As, Se, and Hg, using hydride generation. As the same setup is used, this eliminates the need to change-over to a dedicated hydride system to determine these elements at low ppb levels (Table 1). This saves valuable analysis time and simplifies your sample analysis workflow by eliminating the need for a second sample digest specifically for hydride determinations.

Element/Wavelength (nm) LoD using glass concentric nebulizer with MSIS in nebulization mode (ug/L) LoD using hydride determination with MSIS in simultaneous mode (ug/L)
As 193.696 11.0 1.5
Hg 194.168 1.3 0.2
Se 196.026 12.0 0.5

Table 1. The Multimode Sample Introduction System (MSIS) improves productivity through simultaneous determination of routine and hydride elements, and enables low ppb detection limits for the hydride-forming elements with the PerkinElmer Optima 7300 DV ICP-OES.

All Agilent supplies and services for PerkinElmer AA, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS are fully qualified

The full portfolio of Agilent AA, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS consumables, standards, and services ensure your PerkinElmer system runs at peak performance, with:

  • Parts guaranteed to be compatible with PerkinElmer instruments
  • Parts qualified on genuine PerkinElmer systems
  • Many components in Agilent packaging specifically designed to be more durable, providing the best protection during shipping Worldwide
  • Best-in-class technical support team to answer questions regarding fit, function, or application-specific concerns to help you get the most out of your PerkinElmer systems
  • In stock parts available for 24 to 48 hour worldwide delivery (in most regions)
  • Instruction guides and how-to videos available to ensure you get the best performance from your PerkinElmer system when using Agilent parts and supplies
  • Experienced Agilent service engineers providing skills, qualifications, and experience to deliver all your lab’s instrument services—regardless of manufacturer

Agilent offers risk-free purchases with a Stand Behind Warranty

We understand that you may be wary of switching or consolidating suppliers, so Agilent offers a Stand Behind Warranty for risk-free purchases. In the unlikely event of a problem, we guarantee:

  • 90-day refund on supplies
  • A technical support consultation
  • Free instrument repair or service

Make Agilent your one-stop for PerkinElmer parts and services today

Simplify the maintenance of your PerkinElmer systems today by choosing Agilent as your go-to supplier for parts and services. This time-saving change will streamline your purchasing operations and deliver improved performance throughput to your busy lab. Learn more about the comprehensive Agilent portfolio for PerkinElmer parts and our Stand Behind Warranty today.

Figure 1

Source comprehensive supplies for PerkinElmer AA, ICP, and ICP-OES instruments in your lab from Agilent.

Figure 2

Comparison of nebulizer sensitivity for a 10x dilution of mixed calibration standard (PerkinElmer p/n N0691579) in a 5% NaCI matrix (relative to sensitivity achieved with the PerkinElmer GemCone nebulizer).