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Nu Plasma II
Multi-Collector ICP-MS
FOR ISOTOPIC AND
ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS
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HR Stable Isotope Ratio MS
Astrum
Glow Discharge MS
PRODUCT BROCHURE
Panorama
HR Stable Isotope Ratio MS
Nu Plasma 1700
Multi-Collector ICP-MS
Evolution
HR Gas Analysis MS
Nu TIMS
Thermal Ionisation MS
Horizon
Stable Isotope Ratio MS
Noblesse
Noble Gas MS
Attom
High Resolution ICP-MS
Perspective
Stable Isotope Ratio MS
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Founded in 1995 by Dr Phil Freedman, Nu Instruments
is a market leading designer and manufacturer of high
performance mass spectrometers. Our expanding
range of specialist products reflects not only our
experience and technical proficiency, but our
commitment to develop and deliver the most efficient
and innovative industry solutions. Our very first
instrument was the Nu Plasma MC-ICP-MS, which was
delivered to Oxford University in 1997. Since then 9
other instruments have been added to the range, with
the Panorama HR Stable Isotope Ratio MS being the
GLOBAL MARKET
latest addition to the family.
Our instruments are manufactured in the UK and used
Dr Phil Freedman
by scientists in Academic and Research Laboratories
worldwide.
We take pride in providing our customers with a
personal service through our global network of service
and support engineers.
INNOVATION & QUALITY
At the core of our operation lies a dedicated R&D
team of scientists and engineers, who strive to design
and develop innovative ways of meeting the needs of
our users.
Our instruments are known for their:
• Unbeatable analytical capability
• Ease of use
• Reliability & robustness
• Low cost of ownership
Panorama
HR Stable Isotope Ratio MS
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nu plasma II
nu plasma 1700
MULTI-COLLECTOR ICP-MS
MULTI-COLLECTOR ICP-MS
The Nu Plasma II is a Multi Collector ICP
The Nu Plasma 1700™ plasma source multi-
Mass Spectrometer (MC-ICP-MS), designed
Features
collector mass spectrometer is a large
to provide the best possible precision for
• Double focussing high precision isotopic
measurement mass spectrometer
dispersion high resolution multi-collector
simultaneous isotopic ion detection. The
instrument utilises a unique, patented,
variable dispersion ion optical Zoom lens
enabling the simultaneous measurement of
the isotopes of elements from lithium to
uranium on its static collector array of sixteen
Faraday detectors and up to six ion-counting
ICP-MS.
• Up to six large discrete dynode ion-counting
multipliers
valley) while maintaining peak flats for the
• Variable independently-adjustable high resolution
system for each channel
ultimate in precise and accurate simultaneous
• State-of-the-art ceramic Faraday detectors
• High abundance deceleration filters available for
individual ion-counting multipliers
geometry enables resolutions of >5000 (10%
isotopic measurements.
• Up to five multiplier detector system
• Compact torch box design with an externally
mounted sample introduction system
resolution slit system, allowing different
upgradability and flexibility, the Nu Plasma II
• Enhanced pumping configuration
This unique feature gives the Nu Plasma
represents a major advancement in Multi-
• Enhanced Sensitivity option
Ground
potential
analyser operation provides ease of access,
serviceability and excellent reliability. With its
high
precision,
accuracy,
reliability,
Collector ICP technology, making it the
instrument of choice for Geological/Earth
Science, Forensic Science, Environmental
Science, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science
and Nuclear Science laboratories.
• High resolution and pseudo resolution capability
Uniquely for a MC-ICP-MS, the large
Furthermore, each Faraday and ion counting
multipliers.
• Double-focussing mass spectrometer with
ultra-large dispersion
• Sixteen Faraday detectors, each with a 55V
dynamic range
• Enhanced variable Zoom Optics for maximum
flexibility
electron
Features
• High resolution and pseudo high resolution
capabilities
multiplier detector has its own variable high
resolution settings on individual detectors.
1700™ capabilities that cannot be matched by
other MC-ICP-MS instruments.
• High abundance deceleration filters
• Unique pumping configuration
• Ground potential analyser operation
• High ionisation efficiency ICP source
• Laminated magnet
• State-of-the-art electronics
• Ground potential analyser operation
• Bespoke software with full monitoring of all
instrument parameters
• Compatible with third party accessories
• Open access software policy
HIGH RESOLUTION ICP-MS
GLOW DISCHARGE MS
The Attom from Nu Instruments is a double
The Astrum is a Glow discharge mass
Features
spectrometer
characterisation of conductive and non-
designed to be the ultimate tool for rapid
• Double focussing HR-ICP-MS with analyser and
sample introduction system at ground potential
and precise isotope ratio and quantitative
• High ionisation efficiency ICP source
quantifying virtually all elements from lithium
analysis of trace elements in solid and liquid
• Five programmable gas flow controllers
focussing inductively coupled plasma mass
spectrometer that has been purpose
(GD-MS)
• Easy access Peltier cooled spray chamber
for
the
conductive materials. It is capable of
to uranium, and from matrix to sub part-perbillion. The instrument
matrices.
used
combines a glow
discharge ion source with a high resolution
Features
• Glow discharge source based on proven technology
with reduced flow static discharge for maximum
stability
• Tantalum cell construction for ease of cleaning
• Pin and flat sample configurations for maximum
analytical flexibility
• Easy connection of alternative sample introduction
systems
mass spectrometer and is a major step
• Easy sample changeover using a unique loading probe
forward in GD-MS, from the cryo-cooled
detector system make the Attom a
• High performance ion extraction and transfer optics
tantalum source/cell and rapid sample
• Cryo-cooled source for analysis of low melting point
samples and minimisation of background gases
powerful analytical tool. Furthermore, the
• All turbo pumped (water cooled) vacuum system
changeover system through to the bespoke
The unique fast scanning techniques,
coupled with a novel wide dynamic range
flexible high resolution slit system offers the
best solution between sensitivity and
resolution for unambiguous determinations
in complex matrices.
control software. The durable construction of
• All vacuum pumps and sensors operated at ground
potential
the instrument and proven source design give
maximum uptime with minimal intervention.
• Double-focussing mass spectrometer, based on field
proven technology
• Continuously variable high resolution capabilities from
400 to >10000 (10% valley definition)
• ‘FastScan’ scanning technology with multiple scan
modes
• Faraday and ion counting multiplier for wide dynamic
range
• Low noise discrete dynode electron multiplier
• Determination of matrix to sub-ppb elements in a
single scan
• Unique patented detector attenuation system, no
analogue mode required
• Purpose built electronics with monitoring of all
instrument parameters
• Optional Faraday detector for 12 orders of magnitude
dynamic range
• Unique pumping configuration
• Powerful and easy to use software for instrument
control and data processing
• Bespoke software with intuitive instrument control
and data analysis
THERMAL IONISATION MS
Noblesse
The Nu TIMS is a Thermal ionisation mass
Over the last decade, Nu Instruments’
spectrometer (TIMS) designed for
precise
and accurate measurement of elemental
isotopic ratios. It has been developed using
our field-proven variable dispersion multicollector technology to improve the versatility
and overall performance of this long
established
analytical
technique.
The
instrument combines design advances in
filament assembly, ion optics and electronics
control with ease of use and high precision.
The Nu TIMS utilises our unique, patented
Features
detectors. The optional ion-counting mini
has established a solid track record in analysis
• Enclosed filament assembly designed for reduction of
cross contamination
successfully for applications as diverse as Ar-
• Rapid pumpdown for high throughput and Liquid
nitrogen dewar with 24 hour supply
• Patented Zoom optics for reliable peak alignment and
no moving detectors, providing unrivalled method
flexibility
of all the noble gases. Noblesse has been used
Ar dating of young samples, studies of noble
gases
from
the
Earth’s
mantle,
and
measurement of Krypton and Xenon in solar
wind samples returned by NASA’s Genesis
mission. Different collector arrays are
Features
• High efficiency Nier source
• Multi-collector options – many developed in
collaboration with users
• Minimal internal volumes
• Total ‘dry’ pumping technology
• Unique electrostatic Zoom Optics (patented) – fixed
collector array, no moving parts, increased reliability
available, many developed in collaboration
• User configurable detector array with optional ioncounting systems, utilising full size ion-counting
electron multipliers and Daly detectors
with users for particular applications. The
• Easy source filament change
collectors are fixed, yet due to the
• Five ion-counter option for small sample analysis in
the nuclear sector
• State of the art purpose built electronics
instrument’s unique, patented, variable
samples and low abundance isotopes,
• Easy to use modern software suite with full
instrument and operation control with automatic
sample analysis
provides the ultimate in stability, linearity and
• Optional Degas bench for 20 filaments
dynamic range.
• Lifetime instrument support provided by Product
Specialists
Daly, capable of precise measurement of small
Noblesse multi-collector mass spectrometer
• Single and double filament configuration with 20
sample turret
Zoom lens system to ensure perfect peak
alignment without the requirement of moving
NOBLE GAS MS
dispersion Zoom lens system, instantaneous
• Fully bakeable to 300 deg C
switching is possible between different sets of
• Intuitive control software operating under Windows
isotopes.
• Optional sample preparation system
PERSPECTIVE
STABLE ISOTOPE RATIO MS
STABLE ISOTOPE RATIO MS
The Horizon IRMS is designed for flexibility,
The Nu Instruments Perspective geometry
Features
reliability and high performance, with user
Features
friendly instrument control and data analysis
• High efficiency ion source with integral focussing
lenses
instruments. Designed for flexibility, high
achieve precise measurements from the smallest
powerful new features for both Dual Inlet and
• Fully differentially pumped as standard, optimal
pumping for both dual inlet and continuous flow
applications
Continuous Flow analysis for the best possible
• Electromagnet stabilised with Hall probe control
The Perspective with its standard collector
• High efficiency, narrow entrance, deep Faraday
collectors
block sets a new benchmark in performance for
• Amplifiers capable of measuring signals above 55V
uses our patented variable dispersion Zoom
routine stable isotope ratio applications for the
• 100% analyser transmission
Optics to monitor masses from 2 to 100 with
• Amplifiers capable of measuring signals above 55V
measurement of carbon, nitrogen, oxygen,
• State-of-the-art electronics with full self-diagnostics
• 100% analyser transmission
sulphur and hydrogen. The addition of the IS
• Unique SIRMS collector arrays using patented
“Variable Zoom Optics” (with no moving parts)
software.
This next generation instrument possesses
isotope ratio data. The unique collector array
exact coincidence.
forms the basis for two state of the art IRMS
performance and reliability, it has the ability to
sample.
• State-of-the-art electronics with full self-diagnostics
collector block, transforms the instrument into
• Unique SIRMS collector arrays using patented
“Variable Zoom Optics” (with no moving parts)
the Perspective IS, which has the capability to
• All masses, including H2, are measured at the full
deflection radius
• Integral ion source heater (temperature up to 200°C)
analyse clumped isotopes with exceptional
sensitivity and linearity.
• High efficiency ion source with integral focussing
lenses
• Fully differentially pumped as standard
• Hall probe stabilised electromagnet
• High efficiency, narrow entrance, deep Faraday
collectors
• All masses, including H2, are measured at the full
deflection radius
• Integral ion source heater (temperature up to 200°C)
• Simultaneous ion beam collection using up to twelve
Faraday collectors
• All masses measured at full 8kV accelerating potential
• Simultaneous ion beam collection using up to six
Faraday collectors
• Mass resolution CNOS and H (m/Δm) >200 (10%
valley)
• Large mass dispersion - 30cm effective magnetic
deflection radius for CO2
• Mini electrostatic filters for measurement of clumped
isotopes and HD
• All masses measured at full 5kV accelerating potential
• Mass resolution CNOS and H (m/rm) >110 (10%
valley)