By viewing this presentation you will:
- Understand the practical steps and safety considerations for converting TD-GC-MS methods to hydrogen carrier gas, including the use of on-demand generators.
- Learn how to maintain method validity, spectral integrity, and regulatory compliance during the switch.
- Discover how hydrogen's chromatographic properties can reduce analytical cycle times by up to 40% and increase daily sample throughput.
- Review real-world case studies demonstrating consistent, reliable results across varied applications, from environmental air monitoring to routine textile testing.
Event Overview
Laboratories worldwide are facing unprecedented challenges with helium carrier gas due to soaring prices and supply chain instability. As a finite resource with a high carbon footprint, helium is prompting analytical chemists to seek sustainable, cost-efficient alternatives. Hydrogen offers a proven, practical solution that can be generated on-demand.
However, transitioning a validated gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) method raises important questions. In this presentation, leading GC-MS experts from TESTEX, Agilent, and Markes share their real-world experiences of migrating their GC-MS, and sample introduction systems such as thermal desorption, from helium to hydrogen. The presentation addresses common analytical concerns head-on, including system safety, spectral fidelity for library matching and method validation.
The speakers demonstrate how adopting hydrogen carrier gas maintains analytical performance and actively enhances laboratory efficiency compared to helium. They present data showcasing equivalent or increased sensitivity and chromatographic resolution, and significantly faster run times that boost overall sample throughput.
Who should watch this presentation?
- Laboratory managers and directors looking to control operational costs and future-proof their gas supply.
- Analytical chemists and GC-MS operators seeking practical advice on method translation and validation.
- Quality assurance professionals focused on maintaining regulatory compliance during instrument updates.
What you need to know
Format: On demand
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
