Total Decomposition of Samples for AA and ICP, ICP-MS
Total decomposition of samples to clear, ionic solutions is extremely important in spectrochemical analysis. Reactions temperatures > 280°C are often required to achieve complete oxidation of organic compounds with
complex structures or high molecular weights, (e.g., pharmaceuticals, polymers, composite materials, etc.).
High
operating temperature and pressure capability make the UltraCLAVE the best technology available for
decomposition of the most difficult samples.
Complete Digestion of Large Size Samples
The extremely low concentration of analytes in some
matrices requires analysis of very large samples. The
high operating pressure and temperature of the
UltraCLAVE overcome the sample size limitations
analysts encounter using other closed decomposition
devices.
The UltraCLAVE allows for the complete digestion of
a single sample up to 25grams. This is far in excess of
any other closed vessel microwave system available
today.
The UltraCLAVE allows for the complete and
simultaneous digestion of 6 large-size samples in
TFM or Quartz containers. Up to 5 grams organic
material can be decomposed in each container.
High Throughput Performances
The UltraCLAVE allows for the complete and
simultaneous digestion of up to 40 samples in PTFE
or Quartz containers. Each container holds up to 300
mg of organic material. All samples are decomposed
under identical temperature and pressure
conditions, thus assuring complete and reproducible
results.
Different sample types can be simultaneously
digested in the same run. The graphic above refers to
the decomposition of various biological samples.
Notice the elevated temperature (over 250°C) which
led to the complete decomposition of all organic
material.
