GD90 Trace

High-resolution glow discharge mass spectrometer (GD-MS) for ultra-trace elemental and isotopic analysis. Combines a proven optical platform, modern stable electronics, and advanced depth-profiling capabilities for coatings, composites, and high-purity materials.

• Status: Active
• Country: UK
• Isotopic: Yes
• Elemental: Yes
• Type of measurable elements: Metals and non-metals
• Measurable isotopes/elements: Isotopes and trace components in metals, alloys, semiconductors, and insulators
• Analyzer type : Magnetic Sector MS
• Ion source type: Glow discharge
• Inlet types: Pin and flat sample holders for various geometries, including unconventional shapes
• High Resolution : Yes
• Mass resolution/ Mass resolving power : Continuously variable high resolution capabilities from <400 to >10,000 RP (10% valley definition)
• Dynamic range : Up to 12 orders of magnitude
• Detection limits : Sub-ppb levels for trace impurities
• Detector type : Dual collectors: Faraday cup and secondary electron multiplier (SEM)
• Geometry type : Double-focusing magnetic sector with electrostatic and magnetic analyzers
• Focusing type : Laminated magnet for stable ion focusing
• Vacuum system : High-capacity turbo molecular pumps and cryogenic cooling
• Gas supply: Argon