Thermo Scientific 8260C GC/MS Productivity Solution

The Thermo Scientific Method 8260C Productivity Solution integrates the Thermo Scientific DSQ^TM II GC/MS system with the software, methods and consumables needed to perform GC/MS analysis of volatile organics in waste and wastewater according to US EPA Method 8260C. The 8260C GC/MS Productivity Solution redefines traditional method development and validation processes by providing pre-developed methods that ensure immediate success and productivity.

PRODUCT FEATURES

The 8260C Productivity Solution provides a turn-key package that allows new users to become effective immediately, while allowing experienced operators to focus on relevant activities, rather than performing tasks such as diluting standards. A full complement of methods, templates for the EnviroLab^TM Forms software that comes with the solution, and two weeks' worth of Thermo Scientific consumables carefully selected and validated to conform to the method quality control criteria are included in the package. Extensive method development and validation steps were taken to ensure that the 8260 Productivity Solution provides the optimum balance of performance and productivity, while providing remarkable sensitivity and low limits of detection.

DSQ II GC/MS System

The Thermo Scientific DSQ II single quadrupole GC/MS system provides the heart of the 8260 Productivity Solution. 

• Fast full scan rates (>11,000 amu/sec) -- use fast chromatography for increased sample throughput with high spectral quality and rapid data acquisition to fully characterize narrow peaks
• Use a split injection for optimal peak shapes and extended instrument uptime, while still achieving lower detection limits with the DuraBrite^TM source 
• Detect and quantify samples across a broad concentration range, minimizing dilutions and repeated samples with the DynaMax XR detection system
• TRACE GC Ultra^TM gas chromatograph-- fast heating and cooling rates ensure optimum productivity  

EnviroLab Forms 2.0 Software, Methods, and Templates

EnviroLab^TM Forms 2.0 is a workflow-oriented software package developed specifically for the needs of the environmental laboratory. The 8260C Productivity Solution includes a full set of methods and templates for EnviroLab Forms.

• Integrated method management, batch programming, data review, and reporting functions streamlines daily functions
• Methods and templates make routine operations straightforward
• Numerous pre-configured reporting options allow users to easily select desired report formats
• Data flagging to highlight out-of-control data simplifies review
• Complete set of validation data demonstrates method performance

Thermo Scientific Consumables

A complete set of Thermo Scientific consumables have been performance-matched to US EPA Method 8260C requirements, ensuring the best response for a list that covers more than 100 volatile organic compounds.

• Save time and money with pre-diluted and stock standard sets to easily perform initial calibration, performance checks, and continuing calibration evaluations
• Specially-engineered analytical column provides best resolution and least activity to the broad range of volatile target compounds
• Deactivated injection port liners reduce activity in the injection port for challenging compounds
• Autosampler syringes for precise liquid injections
• Low-bleed septa offer rugged performance with minimal background

Comprehensive Documentation

Be productive with your new DSQ II GC/MS system and 8260 Productivity Solution right out of the box by using the full set of documentation provided in the package. A Quick Start Guide highlights basic operations, while a more detailed How-To Manual offers additional information. The comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) thoroughly covers the use and operation of the 8260 Productivity Solution, and can be used as a starting point for developing required operating manuals. Training is simplified and consistent from operator to operator and from instrument to instrument. A Quick Reference CD incorporates reorder information along with training, and a validation data CD includes the complete data set for the factory validation of the 8260 Productivity Solution.