Waters Micromass Platform LCZ

Waters Micromass Platform LCZ

The Waters Micromass Platform LCZ is a benchtop quadrupole mass analyzer designed for accurate molecular weight determination and structural characterization of a wide range of analytes. Optimized for integration with liquid chromatography (LC) systems, it accepts samples introduced via HPLC, autosamplers, infusion pumps, or syringe pumps. Operating with atmospheric pressure ionization techniques, it filters ions by mass-to-charge ratio (m/z) with high sensitivity, precision, and versatility for modern analytical laboratories.

At HiTechTrader, we provide pre-owned and refurbished Waters Micromass Platform LCZ systems that deliver dependable quadrupole mass spectrometry performance with cost-effective value, ensuring reliable results for laboratories, universities, and research facilities worldwide.

Instrument Overview

1. Mass Analyzer: Quadrupole analyzer for ion filtering by m/z.
2. Ionization Techniques: Electrospray Ionization (ESI) and Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization (APCI).
3. Ion Source: Configurable source probes with heaters, voltage control, and gas flows.
4. Detection: Photomultiplier system amplifies and digitizes ion signals.
5. Applications: Pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, biochemical research, and polymers.

Physical and Environmental Specifications

1. Dimensions: 720 mm × 590 mm × 540 mm (W×D×H).
2. Weight: Instrument 105 kg, data system 50 kg, rotary pump 40 kg, transformer 45 kg.
3. Power Requirements: 230V (+10%, -14%), 13A; max 3.0 kW.
4. Ambient Conditions: 15–28 °C with <2 °C variance; <70% relative humidity.
5. Cooling: Water cooling for turbomolecular pumps, 0.5–1.0 L/min stable at ±2 °C.
6. Exhaust: Separate venting for rotary pump and API gas exhaust.

Mass Spectrometer Components

1. Vacuum System: Turbomolecular pumps requiring external cooling.
2. Control Electronics: PCBs for analog/digital/high-voltage with Transputer Processor Card (TPC).
3. Interfaces: DACs, digital/analog I/O for system integration.
4. Front Panel: Status display with LEDs for vacuum, system status, and faults.

Operation and Control

1. Ionization at atmospheric pressure with sampling into high vacuum.
2. Digital control boards sequence pumps, voltages, and optics.
3. Ion optics tuning for resolution, ion energy, and voltages.
4. Menu-driven controls for temperature, voltages, and flow parameters.

Performance Parameters

1. Adjustable Mass Resolution: Tunable between low and high resolution modes.
2. Ion Energy Adjustment: Variable –1 V to +3 V for optimized resolution.
3. Fragmentation Control: Independent cone voltages for fine-tuned ion fragmentation.

Gas Requirements

1. Supply: Dry, oil-free nitrogen gas at 6–7 bar (90–100 psi).
2. Tubing: PTFE recommended to prevent contamination.

Applications

1. Molecular weight determination and structural elucidation.
2. Coupled LC-MS for qualitative and quantitative analysis.
3. Pharmaceutical research and development.
4. Environmental and biochemical sample analysis.
5. Polymer and materials characterization.

Maintenance and Safety

1. Routine Tasks: Calibration, cleaning of ion sources, probe checks, pump monitoring.
2. Cooling: Regular inspection of filters and supply lines.
3. Safety: Precautions for handling high voltages, vacuum, and gas systems.
4. Documentation: Complete manuals for start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures.

Why Buy from HiTechTrader?

At HiTechTrader, we specialize in pre-owned and refurbished mass spectrometers such as the Waters Micromass Platform LCZ, offering laboratories reliable quadrupole MS solutions at significantly reduced cost. Each system is fully tested for performance and accuracy, supplied with a 30-day evaluation period and limited warranty. With decades of experience supporting research and industrial laboratories worldwide, HiTechTrader ensures dependable service, spare parts support, and cost-effective access to advanced analytical instrumentation.