Speed up multiresidue pesticides analysis with low-pressure GC-MS

25 Apr 2021
Ellen Simms
Product and Reviews Editor

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Low-pressure GC-MS (LPGC-MS) provides significant speed gains using standard instrumentation. Multiresidue pesticides, for example, can be analyzed in a third of the time required by conventional methods. While LPGC-MS is an effective way to increase sample throughput, it can be difficult to implement because manual connections between different tubing diameters are prone to leaks.

Restek’s new factory-coupled, low-pressure GC column kit makes getting set up for LPGC-MS as simple as a column change. In addition, the robust, preassembled connection and integrated transfer line ensure consistent, leak-free performance. Ease of use and consistent results make this column kit an effective way to implement LPGC-MS, making the benefits of this advanced technique widely attainable for routine use in high-throughput labs.

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GC-MS GC-MS (gas chromatography-mass spectrometry) instruments and equipment are used to separate, quantify and identify mixtures of small and volatile compounds, such as polycyclic aromatics, fatty acids and alcohols. Often used in drug detection, forensic investigation and environmental analysis for pesticides and contaminants, GC-MS is a powerful addition to your lab’s analytical capabilities. GC-MS/MS instruments equipped with a qTOF or triple quadrupole analyzers can give greater sensitivity and resolution to your analysis. Find the best GC-MS instruments and equipment in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.PesticidesPesticides are used to protect crops from diseases, pests and unwanted plants. They are classed as persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and can be harmful to humans. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) currently regulates the use of pesticides in the USA.
Speed up multiresidue pesticides analysis with low-pressure GC-MS