Gas containing inorganic gases and hydrocarbons is typically analyzed in any number of industries using a gas chromatograph (GC). Generally speaking, either a flame ionization detector (FID) or a thermal conductivity detector (TCD) is selected depending on the type and concentration of the gases being analyzed. However, a gas analysis system equipped with a barrier discharge ionization detector (BID) can analyze almost any component except helium (He) and neon (Ne) with high sensitivity.
The Shimadzu high-sensitivity analysis system for inorganic gases can simultaneously analyze light hydrocarbons and low-concentration inorganic gases, including atmospheric components such as oxygen and nitrogen. It utilizes a gas sampler equipped with a purge mechanism to prevent contamination by air, and a special splitter. Because of its versatility, this system improves laboratory productivity by accommodating a wide range of gas analys