XplorAA by GBC is a versatile Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) designed for high precision and reliability in elemental analysis. The instrument supports both single-beam and double-beam configurations, with the double-beam setup ensuring true and consistent stability, thereby improving measurement accuracy. It features advanced background correction, multiple lamp selection options, and a comprehensive set of safety interlocks. With high sensitivity, the XplorAA is suitable for a wide range of applications including environmental, agricultural, and clinical analyses. The system also includes programmable parameters for customizable methods, enhancing usability and operational efficiency.
Key Features and Specifications:
XplorAA is an atomic absorption spectrophotometer designed to meet various industrial needs such as agriculture, biochemistry, food production, pharmaceuticals, and environmental analysis. It offers advanced features for high accuracy and flexibility:
Wavelength Range: 175 to 900 nm.
Background Correction: Both D2 and Hyper-Pulse background correction for accurate results, effectively eliminating transient background signals up to 2.5 Abs.
Optics: Choice between single-beam and double-beam systems depending on user requirements.
Slit Settings: Continuously adjustable slit width from 0.1 to 2.0 nm.
Lamp Options: Selectable between a 2-lamp turret with manual adjustment or a 6-lamp motorized turret, with an optional Super Lamp power supply for enhanced sensitivity.
Gas Control: Equipped with a new Gas Control Module (GCM) offering flexible gas management options.
Portability: Lightweight design for easy transport, ideal for fieldwork or mobile laboratories.
Additional Features: Includes integrated liquid trap, extended D2 range, asymmetric modulation for noise reduction, and optional air purge.
These features make the XplorAA a durable and all-purpose instrument for both routine and advanced analytical tasks.
Suitable Applications:
The XplorAA is well-suited for use in a wide range of industries, including:
Agriculture
Biochemistry
Environmental analysis
Food products
Forensic chemistry
Geochemistry
Industrial analysis
Metallurgy
Petrochemicals
Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics
Universities, colleges, and research institutions
These characteristics make the instrument an ideal choice for laboratories across various sectors.
Additional Functionalities:
Hyper-Pulse background correction allows more precise interpolation of transient signals, such as those encountered during graphite furnace analysis.
The XplorAA includes a 6-lamp motorized turret or a 2-lamp manual turret, both with pre-heating lamp positions for easy and efficient lamp switching. It also features an integrated liquid trap to prevent contamination or interference from liquid samples.
The instrument is delivered with a new, fully programmable gas box, offering enhanced flexibility in gas control for different analytical needs. A 64-bit Windows-based software interface provides a modern and user-friendly environment for data management and instrument configuration.
Physically, the XplorAA is compact and space-saving, making it ideal for laboratories with limited bench space. Its lightweight construction also makes it easy to relocate as needed.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Wavelength Range | XplorAA covers a wavelength range of 175 to 900 nm, enabling the detection of a wide variety of elements across different analyses. |
| Slit Width | The slit width is continuously adjustable from 0.1 to 2.0 nm, and can be optimized for both standard and reduced height modes for precise analysis. |
| D2 Background Range | The Deuterium lamp (D2) operates across a wide range of 175 to 425 nm, enhancing background correction for sensitive analyses like graphite furnace AAS. |
| Asymmetric Modulation | Asymmetric modulation reduces noise by up to 40%, improving accuracy by minimizing signal interference, particularly in high-precision measurements. |
| Background Correction | HYPER-PULSE background correction handles transient background signals up to 2.5 Abs, enhancing result accuracy using fast pulses. |
| Liquid Trap | The integrated Liquid Trap prevents contamination or interference from sample liquids, maintaining accuracy and protecting internal components. |
| Optics | XplorAA allows selection between single-beam and double-beam optics: – Single-beam: Suitable for precise single-element measurements. – Double-beam: Offers greater stability and is ideal for analyses requiring precise background correction. |
| Lamp Turret | Users can choose between: – 2-lamp Manual turret: Allows manual switching for flexible applications. – 6-lamp Motorized turret: Automates lamp changes for multi-element analysis. |
| Gas Box | Three types of Gas Box options: – Manual: For manual gas control and occasional adjustments. – Automatic: System-controlled gas adjustments. – Programmable: Custom gas programs for precise and repeatable settings. |
| Power Supply (Optional) | The optional Super Lamp Power Supply enhances sensitivity, detection limits, and calibration linearity with a stronger, more stable light source. |
| Lamp Identification (Optional) | Optional coded HCL lamp recognition allows automatic lamp identification and configuration, increasing accuracy and system efficiency. |
