Atomic Absorption

SensAA Spectrometer
Who is GBC Scientific Equipment? ISO 9001 QUALITY
ACCREDITATION
GBC Scientific Equipment was multi-element capability with no
founded in 1978 and is now one of compromise in performance. GBC has always placed a strong
the world's largest manufacturers of emphasis on quality in all aspects
atomic absorption spectrometers The compact design of the spectrometer of our operation, from design and
with a sales and service network is perfectly complemented by an manufacture to the provision of
covering around 100 countries. IBM-compatible computer and service and support to our
Windows® operating system. The system customers, and we are fully
includes complete software for flame, committed to continuous
furnace, vapour generation and evaluation and improvement in
high solids analysis. Simply add the all areas.
SDS-270 autosampler for automated
flame analysis and, optionally, the The GBC Quality Management
PS-270 prep station for totally System has been accredited to
automated sample preparation and the ISO 9001 quality standard by
dilution. The further addition of the Lloyd’s Register Quality
System 3000 graphite furnace provides Assurance Limited. This
fully automated graphite furnace certification is your assurance
analysis. Other add-ons include the that the procedures and
HG3000 for automated hydride processes used to produce the
GBC's growth has been fuelled by generation or cold-vapour mercury goods and services which GBC
its extensive AA expertise, analysis, the MC3000 for trace level provides comply with the
innovative thinking and an mercury analysis and the HSA3000 for relevant International
obsession for quality and reliability. high dissolved solids analysis. The Standard, and demonstrates our
GBC now produces the widest computer provides complete control of commitment to meeting
range of AA spectrometers in the the spectrometer and accessories for the needs and expectations of
world, with options and accessories simplified set-up and ease-of-use.
our customers.
to suit every analytical requirement.
GBC customers benefit from our
This innovative thinking is efficient and effective global
exemplified by the SensAA Dual organization. Access to information,
and the single beam SensAA
applications support and technical
spectrometers, both of which utilize
service is never more than a phone
the revolutionary, patented
call or email away.
Application Source to give

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GBC Scientific Equipment
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Advanced features include:
• Automatic wavelength and slit setting • Storage of signal graphics. GBC offers a full range of AA
for maximum convenience and Since graphics traces are stored, accessories to ensure the widest
error-free set-up. the operator can view the graphics application.
• Optional automatic flame for previous samples and zoom in
control system with a full range for a close-up if necessary.
of safety interlocks and integrated • Complete report presentation. - System 3000 Graphite Furnace
liquid trap. This includes printing of
- SDS-270 Autosampler
• The unique GBC HYPER-PULSE operator-defined text, headings,
sample labels, calibration graphs, - PS-270 Diluter/Sample Preparation
background correction system,
included as standard with operating conditions, results - FS 3000 Autosampler
all models. and statistics.
- HG 3000 Hydride Generator
• The GBC performance guarantee - • Simple operation is ensured with
- HSA 3000 High Solids Analyser
sensitivity and precision superior the easy-to-use Windows® XP
environment, together with an - EHG 3000 Electric Hydride Heater
to that of any other instrument
manufacturer. extensive on-line help facility. - MC 3000 Mercury Concentrator
• Data storage using a high capacity
hard disk. Storage is provided for No other AA spectrometer can offer
applications, results, graphics, the simplicity and user-friendly
sample labels, weights and dilutions, operation for your specific
report headings, etc. application.

GBC makes validation

easy.
The GBC IQ/OQ/PQ procedure
provides qualification of the
Installation, Operation and
Performance of your SensAA and
SensAA Dual Atomic Absorption
Spectrometer.

The SensAA offers touch screen technology for ease of use.

Touch screen technology

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 Optional features
Automatic wavelength and Unique Turn-Key Protected optical system
slit setting for maximum Analytical Solutions ensures long-term performance
convenience GBC’s innovative technology The SensAA and SensAA Dual use
The large, self-calibrating 0.33 metre provides optimum performance and mirrors throughout the optical system to
(focal length) monochromator has sensitivity within a modest budget. ensure that correct focus and high
been specifically designed to provide energy throughput are maintained at
This unique combination of hardware
the high light throughput and stability and software provides efficient solutions all wavelengths. To protect the optical
needed for atomic absorption. to meet the specific needs of the surfaces, a dust cover is fitted over the
Spectral bandwidth is continuously analysts. In addition the SensAA and optical system and additional protection
adjustable between 0.1 and 2 nm (in SensAA Dual offers the following: is provided by coating the mirrors
0.1 nm increments) and, for furnace • easy to operate single and with quartz.
work, reduced slit height is available multi-element sampling
with all slit widths. You simply select the • priority sample introduction for
Asymmetric Modulation
required element, and the wavelength, manual sampling reduces noise
lamp current, slit width and slit height • fast flexible work flow for high
are set automatically. Graphical displays productivity analyses GBC introduced asymmetric
of wavelength scans are available for modulation for double beam
With just one mouse click on
flame emission work or as a trouble- instruments and continues it with the
your desktop your application is
shooting aid. A wide-range SensAA. Today, the technique has
underway. You can begin with preset
photomultiplier tube covers the full optimised methods. been optimised for the best possible
wavelength range. double-beam performance, and
Application Source further refined for use in the SensAA.
SensAA for maximum energy The heart of the SensAA is the
patented Application Source which Most of the noise in an atomic
The GBC SensAA uses the simplicity absorption measurement comes
and high energy of single beam optics brings unprecedented levels of
simplicity, performance and cost from the sample beam. By spending
to provide the best possible more time measuring the sample
performance/price ratio. An automatic savings to atomic absorption
spectrometry. The Application Source beam (twice that of most conventional
baseline zero between samples allows systems) the GBC SensAA reduces
or “Mini Turret” consists of six individual
the SensAA to be used for extended
cathodes aligned in a circle within noise by up to 40%.
periods with flame or furnace the one unit. The type of cathodes
autosamplers without the problem of are user selectable and can be
SensAA
baseline drift. customized for various applications
SensAA Dual for true double such as:
• environmental
beam stability • food
The genuine double beam optical • petroleum
system of the SensAA Dual measures • clinical
the sample and reference signals It simplifies lamp handling, operation
every mains cycle to give the best and alignment. Due to the unique
correction for lamp noise and the design of the GBC Application Source
most stable baseline possible. there is no need to change lamps
when changing elements. This provides
additional cost savings.
The SensAA is versatile in that while
offering unprecedented benefits the
application source is interchangeable
with older hollow cathode lamps
allowing the use of extra lamps if
required.

Unsurpassed innovation

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Choice of flame
Hyper-Pulse background Extended Lamp Life Interlocked flame control
correction
In addition, the design of the high This system allows the flame to be
The Hyper-Pulse background corrector, intensity D2 lamp and associated power ignited only if a burner is installed, the
one of the fastest systems available, supplies ensures unequalled lamp liquid trap is full and an air-acetylene
has been further improved by lifetime. The GBC lamp will operate for flame is selected. Changeover to
pulse interpolation. This allows for 1000 hours even at full current. the nitrous oxide-acetylene flame is
more accurate interpolation of Compare this to some alternative brand allowed only if a nitrous oxide-acetylene
“Transient Signals” such as GF and instruments where the D2 lamp is burner is present. Push-button flame
HSA 3000 signals. guaranteed to last only 90 hours of ignition is included.
operation, and add up the savings!
With all background correction GCM (Gas Control Module)
systems, there is a small time delay Guarantee of performance
between the measurement of This system is interlocked to protect
GBC is so confident of instrument against faults in gas supplies, burner
background and total absorbance.
quality that it guarantees both sensitivity type, flame detector, mains power, liquid
When the background is changing
and precision. GBC's guaranteed trap, nebulizer bung and relief bung. It
very rapidly, as is often the case with
performance is superior provides a programmed ignition and
graphite furnace work, this delay can
to that of any other company in the shutdown sequence - if nitrous oxide-
lead to an error in the background
world - greater than 0.8 absorbance acetylene is selected, an air-acetylene
corrected reading. Systems with slower
for 5 mg/L copper with an RSD less flame is first established and then the
sampling rates and longer delay times
than 0.45% for ten 10-second acetylene flow is automatically
show greater errors.
integrations. This performance is boosted before automatic changeover
Most background correctors measure achieved by an efficient blend of good to the nitrous oxide-acetylene flame.
the background absorbance 50 or 60 design and durable materials.
times per second and the delay
Flame atomization
between the measurement of
background and total absorbance can system delivers reliability
be as much as 10 milliseconds. and performance
The GBC Hyper-Pulse system takes All materials in contact with the sample
200 (50 Hz) or 240 (60 Hz) sample have been selected for maximum
measurements per second and the corrosion resistance.
delay between the measurement of The spray chamber is made from inert
background and total absorbance is polypropylene. The burner is made
about 1 millisecond. This produces a entirely of titanium. The nebulizer has a
dramatic reduction in background platinum-iridium capillary and a
correction errors. Accuracy is further titanium venturi.
improved by interpolating between
background measurements to The nebulizer also has an adjustable
calculate the background when the sample uptake rate, essential for
atomic signal is measured. optimum performance with refractory
elements or organic solvents. The whole
This system also allows correction for flame atomization system is easily
higher background levels than most removed for cleaning or for changeover
systems-up to 2.5 total absorbance. to graphite furnace.

Guaranteed performance

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 GBC SensAA software
GBC has earned a world-wide • Choice of calibration routines to
reputation for superlative AAS software. provide the most accurate results
Easy for the first-time user to operate,
The SensAA and SensAA Dual allow
it has the power to handle the most
for automatic preparation of
demanding applications.
calibration curves using up to ten
The software comprises six individual standards. Choose an exact fit to the
modules which simplify analysis and calibration points, rational or linear
setup, so that only one mouse click is least squares fit, or linear least
required to initiate an analysis. squares fit through zero. You may also
Operation is further simplified by an calibrate using standard additions or
extensive context-sensitive on-line help bracketing standards.
system which includes tutorials on • The software is available in a wide
analytical technique. range of international languages.
The system provides fully integrated
software for instrument and accessory
control, graphics, data acquisition,
storage and reporting - there is
no need to switch to add-on
software packages.
Advanced features of SensAA
software
• High resolution graphic display
for methods development and
quality control
The graphics signal is linked to
individual sample readings, allowing
atomic and background traces to be
displayed simultaneously.
For graphite furnace work, graphics
are overlaid with the furnace
temperature program, simplifying Element selection is made easy with SensAA software
method development.

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GBC SensAA software
• Storage of signal graphics provides a valuable
quality assurance aid
To aid in method development and quality assurance,
signal traces for all analyzed samples are stored with
the corresponding numerical result. If a problem is
suspected, simply clicking on the suspect replicate will
display the graphical result on the same page. Zoom
and cross-hair facilities also enable a close up
inspection that can be used to quickly diagnose any
problem.

• Choice of measurement mode enhances productivity

Choose from peak height, peak area, integration or
running mean. The automated running mean
mode provides a significant reduction in measurement
time since the measurement is completed
when the required precision is achieved. Customize selection via the status panel

• Results editing facility means that samples need to

be run only once
To ensure that samples and calibrations do not need
to be repeated, the software features full editing
capabilities for individual replicates as well as the
ability to delete complete samples or standards. To
prevent unauthorized editing, all results are password
protected to ensure data integrity.

• Status Panels
The user can monitor or access information on their
samples or instrument parameters and conditions by
using status panels. The user can select from nearly
400 parameters to incorporate into their own
personalized status panels.

Each parameter can be displayed as editable or non

editable text, dial or slide meters, switches, buttons,
graphs or scans further adding to the flexibility of the Results and graphics display
SensAA software. These paratmeters can be assigned
to customizable status button.

Fully integrated software

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 GBC SensAA Software
• Analytical applications are stored • Help is instantly available •Touch Screen Technology
for instant recall Context-sensitive on-line help Intuitive icons make operating the
When you select the element to be explains all aspects of the hardware software both easy and user friendly.
determined, the software automatically setup, including operation, safety
Works when operator is wearing gloves.
selects the recommended wavelength, and maintenance. Learning to use
lamp current, slit width and flame the instrument is made easy via
type. After selecting the other multi-media tutorials. While running
parameters for your application, all a tutorial or displaying context-sensitive
information may be stored in an help, you can work through the
application file for instant recall software to create an application
at any time. using as much or as little help as
is required.
• All data is preserved on hard disk
• Continuous display of concentration
All results are stored on disk and
for rapid sampling
can be recalled for viewing or
printing at any time, or transferred The digital concentration read-out
to another disk for archiving. on the results and graphics screens
The time and date of analysis is is continually updated, invaluable
stored with the results, enabling you for optimization and rapid
to monitor the progress of samples, manual sampling.
identify batches of results and
comply with the statutory regulations.
• Reporting facility enables fully
documented analyses
Produce printed reports in
comprehensive single element or
summarized multi-element formats.
Single element reports can contain
any combination of information
including replicates, sample labels,
calibration graphs, method
parameters and weights and
volumes. Reports can include page
footers, headers and individual
margins, and all columns and rows
can be individually sized. A full
selection of fonts and font sizes may
be used. Connect an electronic
balance to directly transfer sample
weights to the weight and dilution
table, or use a bar code reader to
directly enter sample labels. Comprehensive quality control protocols.

Valuable quality assurance

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Regulatory compliance
GMP/GLP compliance • QC check samples • Real time data export to any LIMS,
including a full allowing enhanced flexibility
The SensAA and SensAA Dual range of fail actions • Y2K compliance certificate
hardware and software offer full
• Automatic spike provided with software
GMP/GLP compliance for those
recoveries allowing
analyzes requiring certification.
enhancement & Regulatory Compliance
• AA certification procedure suppressive • Full compliance with USA Food and
package - ISO9001 accredited interference Drugs Authority, CFR 21, part 11
checking “Electronic Records and Signatures”
• Automatic wavelength
calibration software • Password protection • Security Menu to provide Electronic
allowing user Records and Signatures
• Calibration failure access control
control using calibration • Tamperproof Audit Trail File
algorithm statistics • Full date & time
stamping of results • User levels with password log on to
• Comprehensive Quality provide method security
control software suite • Method linked to results
- eliminates confusion
• Concentration and enforces traceability
range checking

Compliance

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 System 3000 graphite furnace for ultra-trace analysis
The System 3000 graphite Total pyrolytic graphite
furnace suits applications platform for reduced
requiring the measurement of interferences
very low concentrations.
This system achieves state-of-the-art Chemical interferences can be a
performance enabling most elements to problem in many graphite furnace
be determined at sub-part-per-billion applications. Sensitivity is often reduced
concentrations. It blends all of the latest and complex sample treatment schemes
developments in graphite furnace are required to overcome the
technology into a fully integrated system. interferences. The platform for the
The GF3000 power supply and System 3000 eliminates or reduces most
PAL3000 autosampler are both chemical interferences.
controlled from the AA computer. The
superb System 3000 incorporates all of
the features expected in an advanced Programmable gas selection
graphite furnace:
The provision of two gas supplies gives
Rapid heating (2000°C/sec) maximum flexibility for handling the
under full control widest range of samples.

The unique GBC temperature control The GF3000 graphite furnace workhead
system uses true power feedback to ensure
reproducible analytical conditions. This
system has a fast response and is
independent of fluctuations in mains
voltage or conductivity of the graphite
components and covers the full
temperature range.

Flexible temperature program

The temperature program allows any

number of steps, enables performance
to be optimized for even the most
complex samples.

High performance
furnace assembly

The furnace enclosure allows the graphite

tube to be surrounded by a carefully Simple furnace program interface
controlled flow of inert gas.
The tube itself is designed for optimum
performance, with raised sections ensuring
that all samples are safely confined to the
central part of the tube.

Performance

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Automatic furnace sampler
Performance The PAL3000 Programmable Auto Multiple injections for
Loader provides automatic automatic pre-concentration
The System 3000 is designed to calibration with up to 10 standards
achieve state-of-the-art sensitivities and automatic analysis of up to 40 Several aliquots of a sample may be
and detection limits. Approximately samples. Any sample volume between injected and dried prior to atomization.
50 elements can be determined, most 1 and 100 µL may be selected. This allows the effective sample
at sub part-per-billion concentrations. volume to be increased and permits
The typical characteristic mass for very low concentrations to be measured
some of the elements is shown in the Automatic mixing of standards without the need for chemical
following table. (Characteristic mass saves time and improves pre-concentration procedures.
is the mass of the element required to reliability
give an absorbance of 0.0044).
The PAL3000 will automatically prepare Heated injection reduces
Element Charac. Element Charac. a series of up to 10 standards from a analysis time
Mass (pg) Mass(pg) single stock solution and can also
automatically prepare standard additions The PAL3000 can be programmed to
Ag 0.9 Fe 1.5 from the stock solution. This procedure inject the sample after the graphite tube
Al 5 Mn 0.7 eliminates errors in the preparation of temperature has been raised above
As 6 Mo 8 standards, reduces the likelihood of the boiling point of the solvent.
contamination and saves considerable time. The sample then dries as it is injected
Au 4 Ni 5
and the time-consuming drying stage
Ba 12 Pb 2.5
is eliminated.
Cd 0.25 Se 20 Automatic dispensing of
Co 4 Ti 45 chemical modifier eliminates
Cr 1.5 V 20 the need for manual sample Simple set-up and storage of
Cu 2.5
treatment probe co-ordinates

With many applications, the addition of The sampler capillary tip is conveniently
a chemical modifier to the sample aligned with the furnace tube sampling
improves sensitivity, reduces background hole with the use of the cursor keys on
absorbance or reduces chemical the keyboard. Once established, the
interferences. The PAL3000 can co-ordinates are stored in the computer,
automatically add a specified volume even when the power is switched off.
of chemical modifier to each sample
and standard.

Automatic dilution

Manual dilution is time and labour-intensive

and is also prone to errors and
contamination. The PAL3000 eliminates
these problems by automatically diluting
any over-range samples to bring them
into the calibration range.

Top view of the PAL3000 autoloader

Accuracy and productivity

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 Specifications
SensAA Interlocked flame control Footprint
Flame ignition only on air based flames.
Optics Minimum bench space of 455 mm x
Nitrous oxide ignition inhibited.
Single beam (SensAA) or double beam 810 mm is all that is required
Push button actuated glow plug ignition
(SensAA Dual) with background system. Safety interlocks on burner, Performance guarantee
correction and flame emission nebulizer, pressure relief bung and liquid
capability. The SensAA Dual has trap. Safety interlock system also Greater than 0.8 abs for 5 mg/L
asymmetric modulation with 2:1 prevents nitrous oxide selection with copper with an RSD less than 0.45%
sample-to-reference ratio for noise air-acetylene burner. Fast change for ten 10-second integrations.
reduction. All-reflective system with selection of nitrous oxide-acetylene flame.
quartz overcoating on mirrors.
Dust cover over optical system. Integrated liquid trap

Monochromator The liquid trap is now integrated into the

Ebert-Fastie design with 333 mm focal spray chamber to enhance the safety of
length and 175-900 nm wavelength the instrument.
range. 1800 line/mm holographic
Gas control module GCM (optional)
grating with dual-blazed profile and 1.6
linear reciprocal dispersion. Automatic Microprocessor controlled. Monitors gas
wavelength selection and peaking. pressures, flame and safety interlocks.
Continuously adjustable slits with 0.1 Keypress selection of air or nitrous
to 2 nm spectral bandwidth (0.1 nm oxide-acetylene flames with automatic
increments). Reduced height for furnace fuel enrichment for nitrous oxide flames.
operation available with all slit widths. Automatic flame shutdown upon mains
Automatic setting of slit width and power failure.
height. Automatic scanning.
Selected wide range multi-alkali Flame atomization system
photomultiplier tube. Premix design with solid polypropylene
mixing chamber. All-titanium burner
Choice of lamp types construction. Nebulizer has platinum-
Plug-in mounting for hollow cathode iridium capillary and titanium Venturi.
lamp or Application Source with vertical Liquid trap with liquid level interlock.
and horizontal adjustments for Quick-change mounting to enable easy
optimizing light throughput. changeover to graphite furnace.
Lamp supply
Allows warm-up for next element using
the Application Source.

Background correction
Hyper-Pulse background corrector takes
200 (50 Hz) or 240 (60 Hz) sample
readings per second for correction of
fast background peaks. With
approximately 1 ms between pulses and
interpolation between measurements,
the best possible accuracy is assured.
High intensity deuterium arc lamp
provides 175 - 423 nm correction
range. Corrects to 2.5 total absorbance.

SensAA

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Specifications
AAS
SensAA Graphics Dimensions
In-built computer High resolution display of atomic Spectrometer module: 830 x 580 x 520
Touch screen interface computer absorbance and background signals, (WxDxH, mm)
incorporating Intel Pentium™ or AMD furnace temperature programs, calibration
curves, peaking meters and wavelength Weight
CPU technology. A minimum of 256
MB RAM, one parallel port, four USB scans. Different scales may be used for Spectrometer module: Unpacked 48 kg,
ports, firewire port and a mimimum of atomic and background signals. Packed 60 kg.
40 GB data storage capacity. Signals may be displayed in the single
shot, overlay or overview mode. Electrical Requirements
Software Consecutive signals may be overlaid. 110/220/240 volts AC, 50/60 Hz,
Graphics cursor may be used to obtain 300 VA.
Microsoft Windows®XP operating numerical information from graphics
system for true multitasking. traces. Zoom function allows graphics
Controls SensAA and SensAA Dual Plus traces to be expanded.
AAS, SDS-270 autosampler, PS-270
auto-diluter, GF3000 graphite furnace Data storage
and PAL3000 furnace autosampler, Storage is provided for signal graphics,
HSA3000 high solids analyzer and applications, results, sample labels,
MC3000 mercury concentrator. weights and dilutions, and report headers.
Data processing Quality
Analysis by atomic absorption or Quality control software satisfying GLP
emission. Absorbance range to 2.5. and GMP is supplied as standard.
Measurement by integration, running
mean, peak height or peak area. Report generation
Mean and RSD of up to 50 replicate Reports may be printed during a run or
readings. Calibration using up to 10 from stored result files. They may include
standards. Curve correction by linear headings, notes, operating parameters,
least squares, linear least squares calibration graphs, sample labels, results
through zero, exact fit or concentration and statistics. Results from different runs
least squares (polynomial), plus standard (e.g., flame, furnace and vapour
additions or bracketing standards. generation) may be combined into a
Programmable rescale using a single single report. Reports may be printed
standard or complete recalibration. sequentially by element or in a
Result editing to remove unwanted multi-element format.
readings. Weight and dilution
correction. All editing available either
during or post-run.

Options

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 Specifications

Accessories Dispensed volume is 1–100 µL, Samples are contained in three separate
programmable in 1 µL increments. racks allowing for different tube sizes
System 3000 Graphite Furnace All-PTFE capillary. 1 L rinse container. within a batch. The SDS-270 is
Automated graphite furnace system. Probe set-up controlled by computer with controlled by the AAS software, providing
Comprises GF3000 graphite furnace co-ordinates stored in memory. random access, micro-sampling capability
power supply and workhead plus Program options include automatic and standard additions analysis, plus
PAL3000 programmable automatic mixing of standards, automatic mixing check samples and quality control limits,
sample loader. Controlled by the of standard additions, automatic dilution plus programmable measurement time,
AAS computer. of over-range samples, automatic delay time, rinse time, re-slope and
injection of chemical modifier, multiple re-calibration rates, number of samples,
GF3000 furnace assembly injection, heated injection, automatic number of standards and number of
Furnace assembly includes graphite tube rescale or complete recalibration, check replicates. A built-in diaphragm pump
(and platform if required) mounted in sample and spike recovery. provides a continuous stream of clean
enclosure with quartz windows. rinse solution.
Inert gas requirement
Permanently connected to power
supply by umbilical cord carrying gas, Argon or nitrogen at a pressure of Dimensions
cooling water and electrical supplies. 70–200 kPa (10–30 psi). 260 x 160 x 290 (WxDxH, mm)
Inert and auxiliary gas supplies.
Temperature range ambient to 3000°C. Dimensions Weight
Computer-controlled maximum heating GF3000: 380 x 360 x 290 (WxDxH, mm.) Unpacked 7 kg, packed 10 kg
rate of 2000°C/sec. Temperature program PAL3000: 220 x 209 x 140 (WxDxH, mm.)
has unlimited number of steps, each Electrical requirements
with ramp and hold, gas selection, Weight
110/220/240 volts AC, 50/60 Hz.
graphics display option and read option. GF3000: Unpacked 35 kg, Packed 45 kg.
Temperature controller monitors current PAL3000: Unpacked 7 kg, Packed 10 kg.
and voltage and uses power feedback
to provide accurate control over the full Electrical requirements
temperature range, and during both 208/220/240 volts AC, 50/60 Hz,
ramp and hold stages. Interlocked to Rated current 15A, surge current 40A.
inert gas and cooling water pressures.
Corrects for changes in cooling water SDS-270 sample delivery system
temperature. The SDS-270 sample delivery system is a
full random access X-Y-Z autosampler
PAL3000 furnace autosampler
providing unmatched productivity,
Accommodates up to 49 samples and capacity for up to 270 samples and ten
one stock solution or 40 samples and standards, and a small footprint. SDS-270 Sample Delivery System
10 pre-mixed standards or one stock
solution for automatic mixing of up to
10 standards. Container volumes are
2 mL for samples and standards, 5 mL
for automix standard, 10 mL for
blank and chemical modifier.

Full range of AA accessories

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Specifications

Accessories Weight HSA3000 high solids analysis

Unpacked 12 kg, packed 19kg The HSA3000 high solids analyzer
PS-270 Prep Station
enables analysis of solutions containing
The PS-270 is used in combination with Electrical requirements high concentrations of dissolved solids.
the SDS-270 auto-sampler, removing 110/220/240 volts AC, 50/60 Hz, In conventional sample introduction,
the need for manual standard and 120 VA samples with more than about 2%
sample preparation and sample dilution dissolved salt can cause blockage of
for flame and hydride applications. HG3000 automatic hydride analysis the nebulizer or burner. The HSA3000
The PS-270 is totally controlled through The HG3000 hydride generator is an allows analysis of samples containing
the AA software enabling true automatic continuous flow system. up to 30% dissolved solids. Samples may
fully-automated analysis. Simple and Coupled with the SDS-270 autosampler, be presented manually or automatically
reliable automation of standard it provides totally automated analysis of with the autosampler.
additions and spike recovery, or arsenic, selenium, and the other hydride
sample matrix modification through forming elements at part-per-billion
the addition of up to two chemical levels. It can also be used to determine
modifier solutions provides hands-off mercury by the cold vapour method.
operation and versatility. The optional EHG3000 electric heater
provides controlled heating of the
Dimensions
hydride cell to temperatures up to
300 x 200 x 370 (WxDxH, mm) 1000°C, allowing hydride analysis to
be performed without the use of a
Weight flame. With a precision of around 1%
Unpacked 5 kg, packed 11 kg. at ppb concentrations and a sample
throughput of 60 samples per hour,
Electrical requirements the HG3000 provides the ultimate
110/220 volts AC, 50/60 Hz in fast, accurate and convenient
hydride analysis.
FS3000 autosampler
MC3000 mercury concentrator
For flame and hydride use only.
Carousel holds 10 standards and 60 Regulations for mercury analysis are
samples. Separate positions for rinse, pushing the required detection limits
blank and rescale standard. well below the level achievable using
the standard cold vapour technique.
Dimensions The MC3000 mercury concentrator
420 x 230 x 380 (WxDxH, mm) accessory for the HG3000 addresses
this problem. By concentrating the
mercury vapour on a gold foil, detection
limits of 5 ppt can be readily achieved.
The MC3000 accessory is fully
controlled by the AAS software
and unattended analysis can be carried
out when used in conjunction with the
SDS-270 sample delivery system.

Requirements

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Ordering Information Designed and manufactured by
Model Optics Background Flame Control Part Number GBC Scientific Equipment Pty Ltd
SensAA Dual Double Beam Yes GCM 99-0538-00 A.C.N. 005 472 686
SensAA Single Beam Yes GCM 99-0548-00
SensAA Dual Double Beam Yes Interlocked 99-0539-00 GBC reserves the right to
SensAA Single Beam Yes Interlocked 99-0540-00 change specifications without
SensAA G Double Beam Yes None 99-0542-00 prior notice.
All SensAAs are supplied with an inbuilt P4 computer operating at 2.4 MHz, 256 MB RAM, 80 GByte Hard Disk, one parallel
GBC publication number
port, two serial ports, 4USB and firewire, 15 inch High Resolution Resistive Touch LCD, Sound Blaster Sound Card and Ethernet
Card. The PC is loaded with Windows XP, SensAA software and touchscreen drivers. 01-0966-00
The SensAA G is not capable of flame operation and is designed to operate with a graphite furnace or hydride generator only. September 2004 Australia
All SensAAs are supplied with operation manual and SensAA software.
GBC SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT
All flame SensAAs are supplied complete with air-acetylene burner, spray chamber, adjustable nebuliser, gas hoses, and flame
methods manual. Manufacturer of world-class
Accessories scientific instruments and
Nitrous oxide – acetylene burner 99-0075-00 accessories -
Recommended spares and consumables for 2 years operation 95-0637-00 AA, HPLC, ICP-OES, ICP-TOFMS,
Fume extraction system (complete) 220/240V, 50 Hz 99-0012-00
Fume extraction system (complete) 110V, 60 Hz 99-0012-01 Rheometry, UV-Vis and XRD
Fume extraction system (complete) 220, 60 Hz 99-0400-00
Air compressor (oil filled) 110V, 60 Hz 75-0005-00 12 Monterey Road
Air compressor (oil filled) 220/240V, 50 Hz 75-0006-00 Dandenong, Victoria 3175
Air compressor (oil fiIled) 220V, 60 Hz 75-0045-00
Air compressor (oil less) for high humidity or high altitude 220/240V 75-0049-00
Australia
Air compressor (oil less) for high humidity or high altitude 110V 75-0050-00
Nitrous oxide cylinder regulator with heater 99-0050-02
Air cylinder regulator 99-0099-00
Acetylene cylinder regulator 99-0100-00
Balston gas purifier 99-0284-00
Gas purifier maintenance kit 95-9912-00

Flame Autosampler All trade-marks and trade-names

FS3000 Flame Autosampler 99-0106-00
are the property of their
Supplied complete with test tubes, beakers, stainless steel probes
respective owners.
cables, tubing and 60 position sample rack
SDS-270 Sample Delivery System 99-0326-11
Supplied complete with test tubes, PTFE–coated probes, cables,
tubing, inbuilt wash pump, fixed wash reservoir and three 60–position sample racks
PS-270 Sample Preparation System 99-0407-11
HSA3000 High Solids Analyser 99-0155-00
Sampler/accessory trolley 96-0021-00

Hydride
HG3000 Automatic hydride generator 99-0276-00
Recommended spares and consumables for HG3000 95-0016-00
EHG3000 Electric heater for hydride cell 99-0237-11
MC3000 mercury concentrator unit for HG3000 99-0245-11

Graphite Furnace
System 3000 automated graphite furnace system (complete) 99-0108-00
Comprises GF3000 power supply and workhead plus PAL3000 automatic sampler
loader. Supplied complete with 10 Pyrollytically coated graphite tubes, 5 platforms,
500 sample vials, Furnace Methods Manual, beakers, hoses, cables and tubing
Graphite Furnace Tubes, pyrollytically coated (pack of 10) 99-0059-00
Pyrolltic graphite platforms (pack of 10) 99-0060-00
Pyrollytically coated graphite furnace tubes with integrated platform (pack of 10) 99-0342-00
Pair of electrodes 99-0061-00
Sample vials for PAL3000 (pack of 500) 99-0022-00
Recommended spares and consumables for 2 years operation for System 3000 95-0015-00

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