Robotic Multipurpose Sampler & Olfactory Detection Port

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Robotic Multipurpose Autosampler and Olfactory Detection Port

Quantity: 1

• Fully compatible with existing laboratory GC-MS instrumentation (Agilent 7890B/5977A) and present research workflow

• Integrate with instrument control software (ChemStation) for automated sampling and olfactometry detection

• Support automated liquid injections (2ml vials) and headspace solid-phase microextraction (HS-SPME) injections (10ml/20l vials)

• Support HS-SPME derivatization

• Include an agitator with temperature control capability

• Software that processes and visualizes olfactory, chromatographic and mass spectral data in a single platform

• A heated nose cone with an adjustable mount

• Allows operator to generate real time olfactory event markers, odor intensity, and spoken odor qualities during a GC run

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