Optimizing GC/MS Sample Preparation: The Foundation of Markes Centri Automation

Optimizing GC/MS Sample Preparation: The Foundation of Markes Centri Automation

In GC/MS analysis, manual sample preparation steps are often time-consuming and prone to errors. The Markes Centri 90 automated system provides a comprehensive solution for laboratories to overcome this challenge, allowing flexible use of multiple extraction techniques on a single platform without requiring changes to existing GC/MS instrumentation.


Markes Centri Automated Sample Extraction System integrated with GC/MS

 

Sample Preparation Techniques on the Centri 90
The Centri 90 is designed to optimize automated extraction workflows for liquid and solid samples contained in standard vials. The system flexibly integrates multiple techniques on a single platform:

- Headspace-trap (HS): Sampling from the vapor headspace above the sample within the vial.

- SPME-trap and SPME Arrow-trap: Fast, high-sensitivity extraction with a variety of fiber coatings, optimizing analyte selectivity.

- HiSorb™ (High-capacity sorptive extraction): Fully automates immersion or headspace sampling using HiSorb probes. A diverse range of sorbent phases enhances the extraction efficiency of trace-level compounds in complex sample matrices.

- Cryogen-free focusing trap: Integrates Multi-Step Enrichment (MSE) to increase sensitivity, maintain sharp chromatographic peaks, and reduce operational costs.

- Multi-Gas support: The system is certified for safe operation with hydrogen carrier gas, helping to optimize costs and increase analytical throughput.

 

Automated Headspace, SPME, and HiSorb extraction techniques on the Centri 90

 

Modular Design: Upgrade Path to Centri 180
The hardware of the Centri 90 is designed in a modular format, ready to meet future expansion needs. When a laboratory requires analysis of gaseous sample matrices, the system allows for a direct upgrade to the Centri 180, adding a Thermal Desorption (TD) module with an automated tube tray. This facilitates compliance with even the most demanding air and material analysis methods without needing to replace the entire instrument.

 

Thermal Desorption module upgrade with an automated tube loader on the Centri 180

 

Comparison of Centri Platform Configurations

 

 

Markes Centri 90

Markes Centri 180
(After Upgrade)

Extraction Techniques

HS, SPME, SPME Arrow, HiSorb

All Centri 90 features
+ Thermal Desorption (TD)

Sample Handling Specifications

Optimized for vial-based sample processing

Vial-based sample processing and
Thermal Desorption (TD) tube processing

Application Focus

VOC/SVOC analysis, trace-level analysis in food, flavors/fragrances, forensics.

Air monitoring, material emission testing (compliant with standards such as ISO 16000-6, VDA 278, US EPA TO-17).

 

Investing in the Centri 90 not only delivers optimal performance for current needs but also ensures flexible upgrade capabilities, ready to meet any future analytical requirements.

 

 

 


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Optimizing GC/MS Sample Preparation: The Foundation of Markes Centri Automation