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Instrument Database:
Nu Instruments Ltd. - Horizon Stable Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer
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Nu Instruments Ltd.
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Mass spectrometer: IRMS
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Introducing the Nu Horizon Stable Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer, the latest addition to the Nu Instruments family. The Nu Horizon is designed for flexibility, high performance and reliability with user friendly instrument control software and data analysis suite. This next generation instrument has a wealth of features: - Large dispersion
- Fully differentially pumped as standard
- Electromagnet fitted as standard
- High efficiency ion source with integral focusing lenses
- Unique SIRMS collector array using (Patented) Variable Zoom Optics, with no moving parts
- Zoom Optics allow different species from mass 2 to 100 to be monitored, with exact coincidence
- High efficiency, narrow entrance, deep Faraday collectors
- Simultaneous collection from two to six Faraday collectors
- State-of-the-Art electronics with full self-diagnostics
- New comprehensive and Easy-to-Use Windows® based control software
- Small footprint, compact design, easily serviced
The impressive Nu Horizon features continue in the sample inlet systems. The Dual Inlet system on the Nu Horizon boasts: - Separate frame mounting for easy access, with changeover valve inside the main enclosure
- Ultra-low volume Micro-Inlet Block, optimised for high gas conductance
- All valves Normally Closed to maintain gas integrity in event of power failure
- Simple interfacing to automated preparation systems or standard manifold
- Modern designs optimised for low consumables requirement
The Continuous Flow inlet system posseses several important features: - Reference gas injector units are contained within the instrument enclosure
- Electronic adjustment of the reference gas signals with automatic pressure monitoring
- All effluent gases are safely exhausted
- Simple interfacing to Elemental Analyser/GC Combustion systems via automatic isolation valve
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