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Biomass energy, chemical recycling, and other new technologies are being researched and developed around the world in an effort to achieve a carbon-neutral society. However, there is concern that, unlike conventional fossil fuels, new raw materials generated from such R&D efforts may contain hydrocarbon mixtures that could have a detrimental effect on product quality or production processes. Of the hydrocarbons involved, it can be particularly difficult to detect heterocyclic compounds selectively with high sensitivity. Shimadzu’s unique ELEM-SPOT system is the world’s first Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS) with an element-selective combustion unit (EL-30) included for selectively analyzing nitrogen-containing compounds or oxygenated compounds in complex hydrocarbon compounds with high sensitivity.

Principle of Detecting Oxygenated Compounds

• If now-common CxHyNzOw hydrocarbons are directly detected by FID or GC-MS after column separation, then they are detected based on a single peak. If that peak is detected by GC-MS after column separation and oxidative dissociation, and further analyzed by m/z, then MS chromatograms are obtained for each product of oxidative dissociation. Since the dissociation products are unique for each element contained in the compound, a unique chromatogram is obtained for each specific hetero-element contained in the compound.

In the analysis of oxygenated compounds, oxidative decomposition is performed using isotopic oxygen (¹⁸O₂) in the carrier gas, and screening is conducted to separate oxygen-containing compounds from other components.
Dedicated data analysis tools are employed to accurately identify oxygen-containing compounds.

• ¹⁸O₂ (Isotopic) Oxidation Gas
• ¹⁶O₂ Oxidation Gas

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Spotting Targets Selectively

Hydrocarbon compounds are first separated by GC and then oxidatively dissociated in the element-selective combustion unit. Then the separated compounds are detected by MS using the selected ion monitoring (SIM) mode. As a result, the difficult analysis of trace quantities of an oxygenated compound was enabled by using isotopic oxygen (¹⁸O₂) as the oxidation gas (Pat. No. WO 2017/114654). Furthermore, nitrogen-containing compounds can be detected selectively by using regular oxygen (¹⁶O₂) as the oxidation gas.

• GC-Comb-MS ModeThe GC-Comb-MS mode is a configuration where an element-selective combustion unit is connected after the GC and before the MS. In this mode, oxygen/nitrogen-containing compounds can be selectively detected. After separating hydrocarbon compounds with GC, the compounds are oxidatively decomposed in the combustion catalytic reactor and detected using the SIM mode.

MS Chromatogram from GC-Comb-MS (Oxygen Content Analysis)

• (1) Cyclohexanone(8) Hexylbutyrate(2) 2-ethoxyethylacetate(9) Dodecane(3) Benzaldehyde(10) Phenethyl acetate(4) Dimethyl malonate(11) Dimethyl phthalate(5) 2-pentyl butyrate(12) Acephatene(6) Acetaldehyde(13) Dibenzofurane(7) 1-octanol(14) EicosaneNote: This provides a unique chromatogram that can be used to determine whether compounds contain oxygen.
  Compounds 9, 12, and 14 do not contain oxygen.

MS Direct Mode

The MS Direct mode is a common configuration in GC-MS. The ELEM-SPOT system enables analysis in a typical GC-MS setup without passing through the element-selective combustion unit by switching the configuration flow paths.

Securing a Seamless Workflow

• The GC-Comb-MS mode enables selective analysis of specific heterocyclic compounds with high sensitivity while the MS direct mode enables conventional GC/MS analysis. Each mode can be specified and controlled easily using the LabSolutions system control software, allowing both modes to be used quickly and conveniently for analysis.

• Automated Switching between Oxidation GasesIn GC-Comb-MS mode, Shimadzu’s unique GC gas selector can automatically switch between oxidation gases for trace analysis of either oxygen or nitrogen.

Simplified Routine Maintenance

• One-Step GC Injection Port MaintenanceSystems are equipped standard with ClickTek nuts that enable one-step maintenance of a sample injection port without using a tool to open/close the sample injection port.
• Easier Reaction Tube ReplacementThe reactor is oriented horizontally to provide easier access to the reaction tube and eliminate the need for reactor disassembly for the tube replacement.

Supporting Cutting-Edge R&D

The ELEM-SPOT system can provide analysis results that are essential for researching and developing biomass, chemical recycling, and other solutions for achieving a carbon-neutral society.

• Analysis of Oxygenated Compounds in Wood Bio-OilBiomass used as a raw material for bio-oils can contain large amounts of oxygenated compounds that can damage the catalysts used during oil purification. Therefore, such compounds must be identified and removed.
• Changes in the Catalytic Ability of Hydrotreating Phenols Over TimeNote: As the continuous usage time of the catalyst increases, it can be seen that oxygen-containing components such as phenols are not processed.Because the ELEM-SPOT system can uniquely identify oxygenated compounds in countless matrices, it can be useful for quickly checking the effectiveness of oxygenated compound removal capacity over time.

Analysis of Nitrogen-Containing Compounds in Bio-Oils Derived from Algae

Algae, which has attracted attention as a raw material for bio-oils, contains many nitrogen compounds. However, nitrogen compounds can affect catalytic performance during hydrogenolysis, so they must be appropriately treated before bio-oil purification. Shown above is a chromatogram of bio-crude oil derived from algae and a chromatogram of specifically detected nitrogen compounds in crude oil. In addition to oxygenated compounds, the ELEM-SPOT system can specifically detect compounds that contain nitrogen atomic configurations.

“Smaller, simpler, and easier to use – without compromising performance.” That’s the demand from analysts. And that’s why Shimadzu developed the Brevis GC-2050. This new space-saving GC delivers uncompromising analytical performance in a modern yet rugged design, easily meeting the analysis needs of laboratories in a range of industries.

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Compact without Compromise

Space-saving yet expandable design

• The compact Brevis GC-2050, with a 350 mm system width, including an auto-injector (AOC-30i), makes even more use of lab space. Compared to the flagship Nexis GC-2030, the system’s width has been reduced by approximately 35 %. At the same time, it is possible to connect additional headspace samplers, a mass spectrometer, and other accessories (available soon), providing the scalability to cover the analytical needs of today’s GC/GCMS users.

Sufficient GC oven size

• Despite its space-saving design, this GC oven does not require a dedicated column, and up to two general capillary columns can be used.

Remote Display

• Even without a monitor on the Brevis GC-2050, you can use the GC Remote Display installed on a PC or tablet to monitor the device status and perform operations.Note: Only one Remote Display can be connected to a single GC at a time.
  Connection Method: LAN / USB cable.

Compact and easy to maintain

①One-touch inlet maintenance

The injection port can be opened or closed without tools by simply sliding the ClickTek Nut lever. Replace the insert, slide the lever, and feel the click to ensure leak-free performance.

②Fast inlet maintenance, Easy sTop

Clicking the Maint. (Maintenance) button on the GC front will start lowering the temperature of the GC inlet and oven, and stop the gas supply automatically*. After maintenance of the inlet, clicking the button again will return the instrument to standby after an automatic leak check. Routine maintenance procedures can be further simplified.

Note: Disabling the automatic gas supply shutdown to protect the MS detector is possible.

③Tool-less column installation

The ClickTek makes column attachment a one-touch operation. A noticeable clicking sensation signals a secure column connection, putting the user at ease.

Note: The ClickTek connector is optional.

Less Energy and Gas Consumption

ECO design

The Brevis GC-2050 consumes 30 % less power than conventional GCs. It also minimizes helium usage and supports operations with alternative carrier gases.

• Comparison of power consumption on a GC run cycle.
  *Comparisons were made under the following analytical conditions.SPL: 270℃, FID: 270℃,
  Oven: 50℃ → (10℃/min）→250℃（10min Hold）→（Cooling）→50℃
  *The amount of electricity consumed will vary depending on the laboratory environment.
• High-performance insulating materials and a smaller oven have eliminated heat loss. As a result, the Brevis GC-2050 achieves about a 30 % reduction in power consumption during analysis compared to conventional GCs.

Safer and even faster analysis with H₂ gas

• High-speed analysis of impurities in benzene using hydrogen carrier gas

• The Brevis GC-2050 can be equipped with a hydrogen sensor. Not only does it enable early detection of potential leaks in the oven and maintain a safe standby mode, but if a hydrogen leak occurs, it turns off the main power to prevent an accident. In addition, the GC main unit has an automatic carrier gas leak check function that supports the use of hydrogen carrier gas. Furthermore, a gas selector* can switch the carrier gas to nitrogen after an analysis has been completed to enhance safety. Hydrogen carrier gas enables fast analysis (application example above) and maximizes throughput in the laboratory.* Hydrogen sensor and gas selector are options.

Built-in Analytical Intelligence

Automatic remote operation

• With Remote Display and LabSolutions Direct, GC systems can be accessed from anywhere with a smart device or a PC, dramatically improving the analysis workflow and enabling new ways of working.

Automating the Procedures of Experienced Analysts, Clean Pilot　

• Baselines can be unstable during GC startup. The Clean Pilot feature provides quick and efficient automatic conditioning to provide stable analytical results while reducing the burden on laboratory personnel.

Analysis Starts Immediately under the Optimal Conditions, Automatic Start and Stop Function

The Brevis GC-2050 automatically performs gas and temperature control, allowing the system to shut down and start up unattended. When not performing analysis, the system can be shut down to reduce unnecessary power and gas consumption, thereby reducing running costs.

Supply Gas Check　

• When connecting a main and a spare gas cylinder to the gas selector (option), the gas selector will monitor the main gas cylinder pressure and automatically switch the gas supply to the backup line when the cylinder becomes empty. This prevents problems before they occur and allows you to continue analysis with peace of mind.

Enabling Remote Control and Monitoring, LabSolutions Direct

• Remote operation and monitoringLabSolutions Direct, a standard feature of LabSolutions, allows you to monitor instrument status and chromatographic signals, start and stop the instrument, and start the analysis from a web browser on a PC or smart device at a remote location.

Making Routine Analysis More Convenient

2D Code Navigation

When a smart device reads the code or clicks the URL link on a PC, a solution, including procedures or videos, is presented for a quick recovery.

Best-in-Class Performance

Outstanding Analytical Reproducibility

The Brevis GC-2050 provides best-in-class analytical precision. The latest auto-injector, AOC-30i, enables continuous analysis with a high level of precision that cannot be achieved with manual operation. In addition, the flow controller (AFC) with a built-in CPU supports constant linear velocity, constant flow rate, and constant pressure control of carrier gas to achieve outstanding analytical reproducibility with ultra-high speed and ultra-precise control.

• Continuous analysis of the Grob Test Mixture

The reliable and compact GC-8A is Shimadzu’s basic gas chromatograph model for dedicated applications. Economical and simple to use, the GC-8A supports a single detector, manual pressure or flow control, on column injection port(s), and analog output. Isothermal or single temperature ramp program models are available. The GC-8A is only 17.3 inches (43.9 cm) wide, yet its large oven facilitates simple column installation and maintenance. Detectors available:

• FID (Flame Ionization Detector)
• TCD (Thermal Conductivity Detector)
• ECD (Electron Capture Detector
• FPD (Flame Photometric Detector)

Flexible lineup for various analysis

Two analytical lines can be operated simultaneously for different applications

• Achieving excellent reproducibility
• High-speed analysis
• Rapid oven heating / cooling
• Constant linear velocity mode quickly determines separation conditions
• Gas saver function reduces helium consumption

Achieving excellent reproducibility

All units including the column oven, flow controller and sample injection unit are comprehensively optimized at the design stage to achieve world-class repeatability of peak area and peak height. The large vaporization capacity ensures excellent repeatability, even when using solvents that are highly volatile upon injection, such as acetone. Long-term stability of retention time is realized by the new room compensation technology built into the advanced flow controller (AFC).

Peak area reproducibility

High-speed analysis

High-speed analysis with narrow bore capillary columns reduces analysis time and improves sample throughput. GC-2010 Pro has excellent flow and pressure control system, which can meet the requirements of rapid analysis with conventional configuration and effectively improve the analysis efficiency.

High-speed analysis of coffee flavoring

Rapid oven heating / cooling

GC-2010 Pro incorporates a double-jet cooling system, which enables the reduction of cooling time from 450℃ to 50℃ in 3.4min, realizing more efficient and rapid cooling. In addition, with the ability of rapid heating, GC-2010 Pro can significantly reduce the analysis time.

Constant linear velocity mode quickly determines separation conditions

The constant linear velocity mode related to the separation performance is recommended for the carrier gas control and can obtain the optimum separation conditions in the shortest time compared with the previous control method by setting the column inlet pressure and flow.

Gas saver function reduces helium consumption

Reducing running cost by gas saving is an important issue in GC operation. GC-2010 Pro reduces gas consumption by decreasing of split ratio after injection as well as automatic shutdown functions after finishing all analysis.

Options enhancing scalability

Simultaneously install up to three injection units and up to three detectors *

Select from three injection units and five detector types to suit the needs of your analysis. When using LabSolutions, three kinds of plotter can be used for simultaneous detection. Options such as injection units, detectors and autoinjectors can easily be retrofitted.

*The number of parts installed simultaneously depends on the type of injection unit and detector.

*Only two analytical lines could be running simultaneously.

• High-performance injection unit series
• Small and high-sensitivity detector series
• Automatic injection system
• Advanced Flow technology

High-performance injection unit series

In order to obtain good data, it is necessary to select an appropriate injection method according to the analysis purpose and sample. GC-2010 Pro can select the most suitable injection method from three injection units.

• Injection unit used for split/splitless injection of capillary column.
• Standard configuration, namely, AFC with high performance, supports high-speed GC with narrow bore capillary columns.
• Gas saver function reduces split gas consumption.
• Permits high-pressure injection mode.
• The purge flow can be set and changed to achieve more efficient sample purge and prevent cross contamination.

• Used for full injection of wide bore capillary columns above 0.45mm.
• Septum purge flow channel prevents solvent tailing.
• Uses the same glass inserts as splitless analysis to simplify use.
  (Patented)

• Temperature programmable Injector
  The sample is injected at a low temperature and gasified by programmed heating of the injection port. This was recovery of thermolabile components can be improved. OCI is suitable for samples with a wide boiling point range.
• Configured for either cool, on-column injector (OCI) or programmed temperature vaporization (PTV) injection mode.
• Uses inert quartz PTV inserts.
• An optional OCI insert allows connecting a narrow-bore capillary column directly to the injector without a 0.53mm pre-column. (No need to compress the connecting device)

Small and high-sensitivity detector series

The full range of high-sensitivity detectors supports a wide variety of application analyses. Each detector is equipped with an advanced pressure controller (APC) that digitally sets the gas parameters of each detector. To ensure secure use of hydrogen the connector joints have reverse threads to prevent incorrect pipe connections (FID, FPD, FTD).

• High-sensitivity has been achieved by thorough cleaning of detector gas lines and the latest noise-reduction technology.
• Automatic ignition, re-ignition and flame extinguishing functions
• Feedback function reduces gas supply pressure to zero when the hydrogen flame is extinguished.
• Hydrogen connector joints have reverse threads to prevent incorrect pipe connections.

• For analysis of electrophilic compounds and also for high sensitivity detection of organohalogen compounds, metallo-organic compounds and compounds with C=O double bond.
• By thoroughly simulating the gas flow path inside the ECD detection cell, a gas flow path and the detection structure (Contact Free technology) are developed to minimize the contact between the samples flowing from the chromatographic column and the collector and the nickel wire source, thus significantly improving the durability of ECD detection cell.

• Microvolume cell for sharper peaks.
• Analysis is not easily affected by the temperature changes within column oven

• For analysis of organo nitrogen and phosphorus compounds, such as residual pesticides.
• No tools needed for collector replacement.
• Alkali source regeneration kit (option) reduces operational costs.
• Hydrogen connector fittings have reverse threads to prevent pipe connections.

• For analysis of pesticide residues, odor components, phosphorous compounds, sulfur compounds and organo-tin compounds.
• The dual-focus system achieves high sensitivity.
• No tools required for replacement of interference filters with high daily maintenance frequency.

Automatic injection system

• Easy to install and remove.
• AOC-20s can support analysis of up to 150 samples (1.5mL sample bottles).
• A dual injection system can be configured with a combination off two AOC-20i injectors. Two-line simultaneous injection doubles the sample throughput to improve productivity.

Advanced Flow technology

• Advanced Flow Technology Series

Industry Leading Detector Sensitivity

Responding to the ever increasing demands for trace level analysis, all detectors of GC-2010 Pro realize high sensitivity in miniaturization design. The new flame photometric detector (FPD) and flame ionization detector (FID) show significantly increased sensitivity.

• Flame ionization detector FID
• Flame photometric detector FPD

Flame ionization detector FID

High-sensitivity has been achieved by thorough cleaning of detector gas lines and the latest noise-reduction technology.

Analysis of n-C12, 14, 16 / n-heptane solution

Flame photometric detector FPD

It achieves compact design and improves the flame stability by improving the nozzle form. In addition, the “dual-focus system” achieves excellent ultra high sensitivity. The dual-focus system adds a lens to the interference filter for efficient light collection at the photomultiplier light receptor.

Options enhancing scalability

Simultaneously install up to three injection units and up to three detectors *

Select from three injection units and five detector types to suit the needs of your analysis. When using LabSolutions, three kinds of plotter can be used for simultaneous detection. Options such as injection units, detectors and autoinjectors can easily be retrofitted.

*The number of parts installed simultaneously depends on the type of injection unit and detector.

*Only two analytical lines could be running simultaneously.

• High-performance injection unit series
• Small and high-sensitivity detector series
• Automatic injection system
• Advanced Flow technology

High-performance injection unit series

In order to obtain good data, it is necessary to select an appropriate injection method according to the analysis purpose and sample. GC-2010 Pro can select the most suitable injection method from three injection units.

• Injection unit used for split/splitless injection of capillary column.
• Standard configuration, namely, AFC with high performance, supports high-speed GC with narrow bore capillary columns.
• Gas saver function reduces split gas consumption.
• Permits high-pressure injection mode.
• The purge flow can be set and changed to achieve more efficient sample purge and prevent cross contamination.

• Used for full injection of wide bore capillary columns above 0.45mm.
• Septum purge flow channel prevents solvent tailing.
• Uses the same glass inserts as splitless analysis to simplify use.
  (Patented)

• Temperature programmable Injector
  The sample is injected at a low temperature and gasified by programmed heating of the injection port. This was recovery of thermolabile components can be improved. OCI is suitable for samples with a wide boiling point range.
• Configured for either cool, on-column injector (OCI) or programmed temperature vaporization (PTV) injection mode.
• Uses inert quartz PTV inserts.
• An optional OCI insert allows connecting a narrow-bore capillary column directly to the injector without a 0.53mm pre-column. (No need to compress the connecting device)

Small and high-sensitivity detector series

The full range of high-sensitivity detectors supports a wide variety of application analyses. Each detector is equipped with an advanced pressure controller (APC) that digitally sets the gas parameters of each detector. To ensure secure use of hydrogen the connector joints have reverse threads to prevent incorrect pipe connections (FID, FPD, FTD).

• High-sensitivity has been achieved by thorough cleaning of detector gas lines and the latest noise-reduction technology.
• Automatic ignition, re-ignition and flame extinguishing functions
• Feedback function reduces gas supply pressure to zero when the hydrogen flame is extinguished.
• Hydrogen connector joints have reverse threads to prevent incorrect pipe connections.

• For analysis of electrophilic compounds and also for high sensitivity detection of organohalogen compounds, metallo-organic compounds and compounds with C=O double bond.
• By thoroughly simulating the gas flow path inside the ECD detection cell, a gas flow path and the detection structure (Contact Free technology) are developed to minimize the contact between the samples flowing from the chromatographic column and the collector and the nickel wire source, thus significantly improving the durability of ECD detection cell.

• Microvolume cell for sharper peaks.
• Analysis is not easily affected by the temperature changes within column oven

• For analysis of organo nitrogen and phosphorus compounds, such as residual pesticides.
• No tools needed for collector replacement.
• Alkali source regeneration kit (option) reduces operational costs.
• Hydrogen connector fittings have reverse threads to prevent pipe connections.

• For analysis of pesticide residues, odor components, phosphorous compounds, sulfur compounds and organo-tin compounds.
• The dual-focus system achieves high sensitivity.
• No tools required for replacement of interference filters with high daily maintenance frequency.

Automatic injection system

• Easy to install and remove.
• AOC-20s can support analysis of up to 150 samples (1.5mL sample bottles).
• A dual injection system can be configured with a combination off two AOC-20i injectors. Two-line simultaneous injection doubles the sample throughput to improve productivity.

Advanced Flow technology

• Advanced Flow Technology Series

Industry Leading Detector Sensitivity

Responding to the ever increasing demands for trace level analysis, all detectors of GC-2010 Pro realize high sensitivity in miniaturization design. The new flame photometric detector (FPD) and flame ionization detector (FID) show significantly increased sensitivity.

• Flame ionization detector FID
• Flame photometric detector FPD

Flame ionization detector FID

High-sensitivity has been achieved by thorough cleaning of detector gas lines and the latest noise-reduction technology.

Analysis of n-C12, 14, 16 / n-heptane solution

Flame photometric detector FPD

It achieves compact design and improves the flame stability by improving the nozzle form. In addition, the “dual-focus system” achieves excellent ultra high sensitivity. The dual-focus system adds a lens to the interference filter for efficient light collection at the photomultiplier light receptor.

Industry Leading Detector Sensitivity

Responding to the ever increasing demands for trace level analysis, all detectors of GC-2010 Pro realize high sensitivity in miniaturization design. The new flame photometric detector (FPD) and flame ionization detector (FID) show significantly increased sensitivity.

• Flame ionization detector FID
• Flame photometric detector FPD

Flame ionization detector FID

High-sensitivity has been achieved by thorough cleaning of detector gas lines and the latest noise-reduction technology.

Analysis of n-C12, 14, 16 / n-heptane solution

Flame photometric detector FPD

It achieves compact design and improves the flame stability by improving the nozzle form. In addition, the “dual-focus system” achieves excellent ultra high sensitivity. The dual-focus system adds a lens to the interference filter for efficient light collection at the photomultiplier light receptor.

The New Standard in Reliability

The highest stability in its class and excellent equimolar response yields truly reliable results.

Dramatically Improved Productivity

Dramatically Improved Productivity with Simplified Maintenance and Automation Functions.

Best-in-Class Sensitivity

It is well known that the SCD gives the highest sensitivity for sulfur compounds among the existing detection methods.
By incorporating an ultrashort flow path and a high efficiency redox cell, the Nexis SCD-2030 further raises the bar for sulfur chemiluminescence detection.

Optimized Applications

Reliable analysis with best-in-class sensitivity for fields such as petrochemical and food production.

User-friendly with high cost-performance, the GC-2014 gas chromatograph is an excellent option for routine analysis. It offers great flexibility with support for both packed columns and capillary columns, and includes a self-diagnostics function to prevent downtime and maximize lab efficiency.

Expandability to Support all Types of Analysis

Select from four types of injection units and five types of detectors according to the target compounds and analysis objective. Modular injection units, detectors and auto-injectors can be easily added after installing the unit in your lab. Three Injection Units and Four Detectors can be simultaneously installed.
Effective use of valuable column resources is maintained by using the 40-mm pitch glass column the same as Shimadzu GC-7, 9, 12, 14, 15 and 16 Series.

Performance lifted to a higher level

Compact, All-in-One Design

In recent years, there has been an increasing demand for instruments with a smaller installation footprint to more effectively utilize laboratory space. The GC-2025 meets this requirement while incorporating all the functions required for normal capillary analysis.

Units for Normal Analysis Crowded into a Compact Space

The split/splitless injection unit (SPL), flame ionization detector (FID), and electronic flow controllers (AFC/APC) are installed as standard.

Compact Design Accepts Commercial Capillary Columns Despite the compact instrument design, the small-capacity oven accommodates the shape of commercially available capillary columns (column depth 9 cm max.).

Excellent Basic Performance

Incorporating design elements from the high-performance GC-2010 Plus capillary gas chromatograph, the GC-2025 achieves energy savings while offering the highest performance demanded for capillary analysis, delivering highly accurate analysis results and enhanced productivity.

High-Sensitivity Trace Analysis

The FID minimum detectable limit of 2 pgC/s offers high sensitivity for trace analysis.

Electronic Flow Controllers Achieve Excellent Operability and Reproducibility

The GC-2025 adopts the same well-proven electronic flow controllers (AFC/APC) for carrier gas and detector gas control that are used in the GC-2010 Plus. They offer highly accurate flow control to achieve excellent reproducibility.

Eco-Friendly

The eco-friendly GC-2025 significantly cuts electric power costs compared to previous models to reduce the burden on the environment.
Heat losses are significantly reduced through high-performance insulation and a smaller oven size to reduce the heating requirements. In addition, it incorporates an energy-saving heater to further cut power costs.
Power consumption is reduced by 30% for programmed temperature analysis in comparison to other GC models.
(The actual power consumption depends on the ambient temperature during analysis.)
 

This product conforms to Shimadzu’s Eco-labeled designation.
* Energy savings: 30% reduction as compared to the previous model

The GC-2010 Plus enables reliable, high-precision trace analysis with high repeatability, utilizing detectors such as FID and FPD that feature best-in-class sensitivity.
In addition, rapid oven cooling and backflush technology shorten analysis time greatly for significant improvements in productivity.

Features

Trace Amount Analysis 

A lineup of powerful detectors ensures the highest sensitiivty – even for trace amount analysis.

Advanced Flow Technology 

New flow-controlling technologies enable higher separation capability and faster analysis.

Broad Lineup of Units

You can select the most suitable detector and injection unit for your sample. Retrofitting of these units is easy.

Detectors	Injectors
・FID-2010 Plus Flame ionization detector	・SPL-2010 Plus Split/splitless injection unit
・TCD-2010 Plus Thermal Conductivity Detector	・WBI-2010 Plus Direct Injection Unit
・FPD-2010 Plus Flame Photometric Detector	・OCI/PTV-2010 On-column/ programmed temperature injection unit
・ECD-2010 Exceed・ECD-2010 Plus Electron Capture Detector
・FTD-2010 Plus Flame Thermionic Detector

Workstation to Maximize the GC’s Performance

GCsolution Ver. 2 Workstation Software

User’s Voice

Capillary Gas Chromatograph: GC-2010

The Institute of Vegetables and Flowers Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences

In today’s environment, results are needed regardless of whether the analyst is working in the laboratory, the office, or from home. With the flexibility to accommodate a variety of applications, the Nexis GC-2030 supports the analyst’s procedures beyond the laboratory, at virtually any location.

Designed with the Analyst in Mind

Delivers the Best Performance Regardless of Location

Laboratories today require faster and higher performance analysis. The Nexis GC-2030 features Analytical Intelligence to help achieve these goals. Clean Pilot, a system conformity test, and LabSolutions can provide an automated workflow together with remote operation and monitoring from instrument startup to analysis completion. Automated workflows incorporate the work-style habits of experienced analysts. The result is reliable data collected over extended periods and higher productivity.

• Information at Your Fingertips
  
  Analysts will benefit from the touch panel interface, which features clear graphics that display information instantly whenever needed. The user-friendly interface leaves the operator free to focus on obtaining optimal analytical results.
• Main settings controllable via the touch panel on the GC unit
  • Analytical conditions
  • Self-diagnostics
  • Automatic carrier gas leak check
  • Chromatogram display

• Making Routine Analysis More Convenient2D Code Navigation
  
  Reading a 2D code shown on the touch panel directs the user to a website with instructional videos on maintenance. This feature helps improve system availability and increases efficiency.

Tool-free Column Installation

ClickTek connectors* make tool-free column installation a snap. The click sensation felt when finished attaching the column provides a more reliable connection and ensures a better seal under all operating conditions. In addition, a light has been installed inside the oven to brightly illuminate the area at hand, easing the burden on the operator when attaching columns. 
* optional

One-Touch Inlet Maintenance

The injection port can be opened or closed without tools by simply sliding the ClickTek lever. Replace the insert, slide the lever and feel the click for a leak-free install every time.

Automating the Procedures of Experienced Analysts

• Clean Pilot FunctionDuring typical GC startup and batch analyses, in order to dispose of impurities remaining within the column, the operator has to implement conditioning by manually raising the oven temperature. Using the Clean Pilot function, conditioning is performed automatically, leading to more stable analytical results while easing the burden of lab work.
     

Remote Operations and Monitoring

• LabSolutions Direct Accommodates Remote WorkLabSolutions Direct is a remote access tool used to control or monitor GC systems via a simple user interface on a commercially available smartphone or tablet. Consequently, analyses can be performed while monitoring the status of instruments from locations away from the laboratory.
   
• Directly access a GC unit in the laboratory from
  a smartphone or tablet computer 

• Perform these main settings via a smart device• Starting and stopping the GC
  • Starting and stopping analysis
  • Monitoring chromatograms
  • Checking instrument status
  • Browsing analysis results in PDF format
  • Checking the status of multiple instruments
•   

Best-in-class* Sensitivity and Reproducibility

Achieves Exceptional Reproducibility

Nexis GC-2030 provides the best-in-class analysis accuracy. Shimadzu’s new AOC-30 auto-injector automates the analysis, reduces an operator’s workload, and enables continuous analysis with a high degree of accuracy that cannot be achieved by manual operation. In addition, an advanced flow controller (AFC) included in the CPU supports carrier gas constant linear velocity control, constant flowrate control, constant pressure control, and various other control modes and achieves exceptionally high reproducibility for ultra-high-speed and ultra-high-precision control modes.

•  Chromatogram Overdraw (n=10)
• 
  1 n-Decane                     0.162                                6 Methyl nonanoate       0.157
  2 n-Octyl alcohol            0.163                                7 Methyl decanoate       0.141
  3 2,6-Dimethylphenol    0.160                                8 Methyl dodecanoate  0.180
  4 n-Undecane                 0.145                                9 Dicyclohexylamine      0.208
  5 2,6-Dimethylaniline     0.149                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
  
                                                                                                           Area Reproducibility (%RSD)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

* As of July 2021, according to a Shimadzu survey. 

Simultaneously Control Up to Three Injection Units and Four Detectors

• Barrier Discharge Ionization Detector (BID)
  
  The barrier discharge ionization detector (BID-2030) is a universal detector that offers high-sensitivity analysis by using a low-frequency dielectric barrier discharge plasma for ionization. The BID generates helium (He) plasma by applying a high voltage to a quartz glass tube. The light energy from the He plasma then ionizes the target components and the ions are collected and output as peaks using a collection electrode. A wide variety of compounds other than He and neon (Ne) are detected with high sensitivity.
• Barrier Discharge Ionization Detector
  (BID-2030)

Exceptional Versatility and Productivity

• Simultaneously Control Up to Three Injection Units and Four DetectorsThe most optimized system can be selected depending on the purpose of analysis and target components. Four detectors can be controlled simultaneously using LabSolutions.*
  In addition, both capillary and packed columns can be attached, so multiple analysis methods can be run with a single GC unit, saving on laboratory space.
  
  * The number of detectors installed depends on the type of detector.
• AOC-30+HS-20 NX (Trap model) + GCMS-QP2020 NX

• Switching Carrier Gases via a Gas SelectorChanging the type of carrier gas involves a great deal of work, including the replacement of the piping and gas filters. With the gas selector (optional), the carrier gas can be switched via the software, so different analyses can be performed while easily switching the carrier gas.
• Switching Gas with LabSolution GC