Product Description
Brand PerkinElmer
Model 690
Capacity Automated thermal desorption
CAT No N6659690
Application Chromatography
The Clarus 690 GC provides superior sensitivity, capacity, and throughput with flexibility to handle more. Our industry-leading portfolio of TurboMatrix options include headspace (HS), manual and automated thermal desorption (TD, ATD).
Versatile Detector and Injector OptionsThe Clarus 690 accommodates a wide array of detectors-FID, TCD, ECD, NPD, FPD, and even mass spectrometry-making it suitable for numerous analytical applications. It also accepts multiple injector choices, including split/splitless, packed, and on-column, ensuring compatibility with various sample types and maximizing flexibility for laboratory workflows.
High Speed and User-Friendly OperationDesigned for efficiency, the oven delivers rapid heating up to 120C per minute and cools from 350C to 50C in less than three minutes. A user-friendly touchscreen LCD interface simplifies method programming, and the TotalChrom software streamlines data collection and analysis, enhancing productivity and user experience.
Precision, Safety, and ConnectivityConstructed from durable stainless steel and coated metal, the unit ensures safety and longevity in demanding lab environments. Offering minimal noise levels below 55 dB, it also enables seamless connectivity via USB, LAN, and RS-232 ports, facilitating integration with laboratory information management systems and external devices.
FAQ's of PerkinElmer Clarus 690 GC:
Q: How does the Clarus 690 GC ensure high precision in analytical measurements?
A: The Clarus 690 GC is engineered for precision with repeatability better than 0.08% RSD. Its advanced electronics, robust oven control with up to 21 programmable temperature ramps/plateaus, and reliable detectors ensure accurate, reproducible results across a trace to percent measurement range.
Q: What detector and injector options are compatible with the Clarus 690?
A: This model supports a range of detectors, including FID, TCD, ECD, NPD, FPD, and mass spectrometry. It is compatible with split/splitless, packed, and on-column injectors, allowing users to tailor the instrument to specific sample types and analytical needs.
Q: When is the rapid oven cool down feature beneficial during analysis?
A: The rapid oven cool down from 350C to 50C in under three minutes is particularly useful between sequential runs or temperature programs, minimizing downtime and increasing sample throughput in high-demand laboratory settings.
Q: Where can the Clarus 690 GC be installed for optimal operation?
A: This gas chromatograph is designed to function optimally at ambient laboratory conditions between 15C and 35C (non-condensing). Its compact design allows it to fit comfortably on standard laboratory benches, with room for up to six columns.
Q: What is the usage process for starting an analysis on the Clarus 690?
A: Users load the sample, select the appropriate injector and detector configuration, then program the temperature and analysis method via the touchscreen LCD interface. The TotalChrom software facilitates complete control, data collection, and analysis for each run.
Q: How does the Clarus 690 benefit analytical laboratories?
A: Its high-throughput design, fast thermal cycling, wide detector compatibility, and automated features streamline workflows, reduce analysis times, and enhance reproducibility-making it ideal for laboratories conducting frequent, high-volume chemical analyses.