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ICP-OES ACTIVA-M
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The Master in True Multi-line Analysis Multi-line concept Interactive assistance

Total Multi-line Concept A revolutionary approach : from single-line to multi-line analysis The classical way of conducting the determination of an element in ICP-OES is to select a single line with adequate sensitivity and free from spectral interferences. If the nature and the concentration of the matrix elements are not constant, there is a risk of unexpected spectral interferences, which can become significant, and the concentration deduced from the use of a single line may then be wrong, with no means of detecting the bias. When the analyte peak is interfered, a positive bias will be...

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Innovative Interactive Assistance Unique and proprietary S3-base S3-base (Single-element Spectra, Spectroscopic data) is essential to take full benefit of multi-line analysis. Such a base responds to the need of reliability in terms of wavelength compilation and line intensity, because currently available wavelength tables are not based upon ICP experiments, but on alternative radiation sources such as arc or spark. As a consequence, ICP users must perform tedious experiments for line selection by overlapping spectra of the different elements expected in the sample, to find a sensitive line...

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IMAGE Before developing the method, it might be necessary to identify the elements and estimate their concentration range. Semi-quantitative analysis is performed with IMAGE by using multiple lines, based on the acquisition of the complete spectrum (120 to 800 nm). Spectra are stored for recalculation at any time for any element or line. All peaks can be visualised for confirmation. Real sample spectra can then be transported to MASTER, providing full interactivity between IMAGE and MASTER. IMAGE provides a fingerprint of the samples and ensures traceability with possible re-processing Full...

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CALSTAT The development of the method is completed afterwards with a statistical evaluation of the calibration procedure. Once the calibration is realised, automatic calculations in the CALSTAT tool helps the analyst to evaluate the following criteria: verification of linearity, estimation of uncertainty due to the calibration procedure, determination of limits of quantitation, validation of background correction, and advice for weighting the regression. SOS (Statistical Outlier Survey) is a statistical process of the multi-line results, for the rejection of possible outliers, to provide a...

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As a whole, the strong interaction between instru- mental configuration and software tools is the es- sence of this revolutionary approach. ACTIVA M offers an incomparable and practical use of multi- line analysis, regardless of the expertise of the user. The instrument is used at its best through time saving and user-friendly step-by-step opera- tions. Everyone can easily become an expert in From the samples to the results : & concentration range Multi-line selection interference criteria qualitative & semi-quantitative "Multi-line Analysis. Selection Tool for Enhanced Reliability"...

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The Art of CCD-based ICP-OES ACTIVAnalyst software, to operate the instrument at its best Available in multi-language versions, the software provides a practical use for first-time operators, as well as optimisation capabilities for trained users. Some software functions are keys to a secure multiuser operation of the instrument: on-line laboratory notebook; multi-user and multi-level security (biometric signature log-on available); computer programmable plasma conditions by method. First-time users quickly become confident through assistance functions along the analytical methodology...

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Expanding your capabilities ! While the S3-base and assistant software tools make multi-line analysis a reality, without the advanced detector technology, optics and torch system of ACTIVA M, the assistance would be more limited in capability. ACTIVA M maintains the strengths of HORIBA Scientific ICP spectrometers, while incorporating advanced CCD technology. The Czerny-Turner optical system is equipped with a megapixel, unequalled low-noise CCD detector, leading to spectral windows up to 8 or 16 nm with simultaneous measurement of multiple lines and backgrounds. Considering the ACTIVA M...

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The addition of adjacent spectral windows allows the system to cover the entire 120-800 nm range: each entire spectrum is stored, allowing recalculation at any time on any element. Normalized Intensity This configuration offers : l Minimised spectral interferences, thanks to high and constant resolution l Excellent limits of detection, regardless of the matrix complexity, thanks to high light throughput l Ability to determine halogens in the far UV The unique megapixel CCD based-camera allows observation of the Normal Analytical Zone of the plasma. This vertical torch-based Total Plasma...

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A Platform of support HORIBA Scientific, the solution for inorganic analysis Besides our ACTIVA M, HORIBA Scientific proposes a full range of ICP-OES instruments, offering the best configuration suitable to your requirements. ACTIVA family and ULTIMA 2 family provide a large choice of solutions for a laboratory. ACTIVA S combines simplicity of operation together with robustness and stability. Based on CCD detection, it offers performance and flexibility. ACTIVA M expands the application capabilities through assistant tools and enables the analyst to easily become an expert, regardless of...

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ICP spectroscopy is also used for WEEE/RoHS/ELV compliance testing when XRF screening indicates that a hazardous substance is present at or above the limit, or when the detection capability of XRF is not sufficient to detect the low level of these substances. The XGT-WR series, EDXRF analytical Imaging Microscope, also offered by HORIBA Scientific, provides very good sensitivity for compliance screening and is complementary to the ICP performance. HORIBA Scientific is also a major supplier for systems dedicated to Solid analysis. GDS (Glow Discharge Spectrometry, based on optical emission)...

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