Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online)

Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online)

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Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online)

Maximize laboratory efficiency with the Quali-IC™ 3200’s parallel processing workflow, which allows for the combustion of a new sample while the previous analysis is still in progress. The 50-position boat injection autosampler supports unattended operation for both solid (up to 200 mg) and liquid (up to 200 µL) samples. Furthermore, a unique 46-position retention sampler automatically stores absorbed samples, providing a secure audit trail for retesting and regulatory verification.

  • Multi-Zone Gradient Furnace: 5 Independent Zones up to 1200 °C
  • High-Purity Gas Requirements: >= 99.999% Oxygen and Argon
  • Reverse Oxygen Purging for Complete Combustion
  • Precise Peltier Cooling to 5 °C for Absorption Efficiency

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Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online)

The Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online) is a high-performance combustion ion chromatograph designed for precise, online determination of halogens and sulfur in solid and liquid samples.

By combining automated high-temperature combustion, efficient gas absorption, and ion chromatographic detection, the system eliminates the need for manual oxygen-bomb combustion while providing exceptional repeatability, traceability, and analytical efficiency.

Key features include a multi-zone programmable combustion furnace, automated sample handling, rapid Peltier cooling, and optional ion enrichment. These capabilities make the Quali-IC™ 3200 an ideal solution for laboratories and process environments that demand continuous, reliable elemental analysis.

Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online) Applications

The Combustion Ion Chromatograph Quali-IC™ 3200 is widely applied for elemental analysis in the following areas:

Petrochemical & Energy Industries
Online determination of halogens and sulfur in fuels, oils, and petrochemical products to support quality control and regulatory compliance.

Environmental Testing
Measurement of trace halides and sulfur species in solid and liquid environmental samples.

Chemical Manufacturing
Process monitoring and impurity analysis in raw materials, intermediates, and finished chemical products.

Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals
Elemental impurity testing to ensure product safety and maintain quality standards.

Research & Contract Laboratories
High-precision elemental analysis for method development, validation, and routine testing.

Standards for Ion Chromatography (IC) Analysis

This overview highlights key standardized methods for ion chromatography across water, environmental, food, pharmaceutical, and electronics applications, ensuring accurate, repeatable, and regulatory-compliant results.

1. Water and Environmental Analysis (ASTM & US EPA)

  • ASTM D2036: Standard test for common anions (chloride, sulfate, nitrate) in water.
  • ASTM D5794: Determination of inorganic anions in atmospheric deposition (rain, snow) using IC.
  • ASTM D6832: IC analysis of anions and cations in water for industrial and power generation processes.
  • ASTM D6919: Methods for measuring anions in water and wastewater.
  • ASTM D7359: Procedures for trace anion measurement using suppressed conductivity IC.
  • ASTM D7994: Modern IC techniques for determining inorganic anions in water.
  • US EPA 300.0 / 300.1: IC measurement of fluoride, chloride, nitrate, nitrite, and sulfate in drinking water and wastewater.
  • US EPA 302.0: Determination of perchlorate in environmental water samples.
  • US EPA 314.0: Low-level perchlorate detection in drinking water.
  • US EPA 321.8: Analysis of bromate, bromide, chlorite, and chlorate in drinking water.
  • US EPA 332.0: Perchlorate analysis in drinking water using suppressed conductivity IC.
  • US EPA 1636: Procedures for measuring inorganic anions in aqueous samples for environmental monitoring.
  • US EPA 6860: IC determination of both inorganic anions and organic acids in water.
  • US EPA 9056 / 9058: Methods for inorganic anions in solid waste, soils, and aqueous extracts.

2. Combustion Ion Chromatography (Halogens and Sulfur)

  • ASTM D8247: Determination of halogens, sulfur, and fluorine in materials using combustion IC.
  • US EPA 1621: Procedures for total organic fluorine, chlorine, and bromine via combustion IC.
  • UOP 991: Combustion IC methods for total halogens and sulfur in petroleum products.

3. Food and Nutritional Products (AOAC)

  • AOAC 2001.02: Nitrate and nitrite determination in foods.
  • AOAC 2012.20: Inorganic anion analysis in infant formula and nutritional products.
  • AOAC 995.13: Measurement of chloride, nitrate, and sulfate in foods.
  • AOAC 996.04: Analysis of organic acids and inorganic ions in food and beverages.
  • AOAC 997.08: Detection of bromide and bromate in food and beverage matrices.
  • AOAC 2000.11: Anion determination in dairy and processed food products.

4. Industry and Compliance

  • IEC 62321: IC and other analytical methods for halogen determination in electrical/electronic products (RoHS compliance).
  • DIN 38409-59: IC procedures for measuring inorganic anions in water and wastewater.
  • EN 17813: Determination of anions in water samples for European environmental compliance.
  • IPC-TM-650 2.3.28: IC methods for measuring ionic contamination on printed circuit boards (PCBs).

These standards provide validated frameworks for accurate and consistent IC analysis across environmental, industrial, food, and electronics applications.

Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online) Key Features

  • Automated High-Temperature Combustion: Replaces manual oxygen-bomb methods with programmable, automated combustion for enhanced accuracy, repeatability, and safety.
  • Multi-Zone Gradient Heating Furnace: Five independently controlled temperature zones (up to 1200 °C) prevent sample splashing and ensure complete combustion.
  • High-Capacity Autosampler: 50-position boat injection system allows unattended processing of both solid and liquid samples.
  • Automatic Sample Retention for Traceability: Integrated 46-position retention system stores absorbed samples for retesting, auditing, and data verification.
  • Efficient Oxygen Purging Design: Reverse oxygen scavenging returns unburned residues to the reaction zone for complete combustion.
  • Ion Enrichment Capability: Optional enrichment columns enhance sensitivity for low-concentration analytes.
  • Peltier Cooling Technology: Rapid gas cooling to 5 °C improves absorption efficiency and measurement stability.
  • Parallel Processing Workflow: Next-sample combustion can begin while ion chromatography analysis is in progress, increasing throughput.
  • Seamless IC Integration: Fully compatible with high-pressure ion chromatograph systems for precise conductivity detection.

Combustion Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 3200 (Online) Technical Specifications

Combustion & Absorption Unit

Parameter Specification
Furnace Temperature Range Ambient to 1200 °C
Temperature Zones 5 independently controlled zones
Solid Sample Weight 0–200 mg (recommended 20–50 mg)
Liquid Sample Volume 0–200 µL (manual injection)
Autosampler Capacity 50 positions
Retention Sampler Capacity 46 positions
Oxygen Purity ≥99.999%
Oxygen Flow Range 0–500 sccm
Argon Purity ≥99.999%
Argon Flow Range 0–300 sccm
Absorption Volume 5–100 mL
Injection Accuracy 0.01 mL
Cooling Method Peltier (minimum 5 °C)
Average Analysis Time ≤30 minutes
Dimensions (Combustion Unit) 2060 × 550 × 770 mm

Ion Chromatograph (Optional Configuration)

Parameter Specification
Eluent Types KOH / NaOH / LiOH / MSA
Eluent Concentration Range 0.1–100 mM
Maximum Pump Pressure 42 MPa
Flow Rate Range 0.001–12 mL/min
Suppressor Type Self-regenerating electrolytic suppressor
Detector Type Auto-range conductivity detector
Detection Resolution ≤0.0020 nS/cm
Linearity ≥0.999
Quantitative Repeatability ≤0.5%
Minimum Detection Limit Cl⁻ ≤0.0003 µg/mL; Li⁺ ≤0.0001 µg/mL
Power Consumption 150 W
IC Dimensions 360 × 510 × 610 mm
Net Weight 35.5 kg

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