The Agilent 8255 Nitrogen Chemiluminescence Detector (NCD) is a specialized gas chromatography detector designed for highly sensitive and selective detection of nitrogen-containing compounds. Using chemiluminescence detection technology, it measures nitrogen compounds through the light emitted during a chemical reaction, providing excellent selectivity and reliable quantitative analysis in complex sample matrices.
The 8255 is particularly useful for analyzing nitrogen-containing compounds that may be difficult to detect accurately using conventional GC detectors. Its selective response makes it valuable for applications in petroleum and petrochemical testing, fuel analysis, chemical manufacturing, environmental monitoring, and research laboratories. It can help characterize nitrogen compounds in fuels, oils, and other chemical products, supporting quality control, product development, and regulatory testing.
The Agilent 8255 provides a dedicated detection solution for laboratories requiring selective and sensitive nitrogen analysis by gas chromatography. Its chemiluminescence-based detection technology makes it a valuable tool for trace-level nitrogen compound characterization.
Key Performance Specifications:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum Detectable Level (MDL) | < 3 pg(N)/s |
| Linearity | > 104 |
| Selectivity (N vs. C) | > 2 × 107 |
| Burner Temperature Range | 100–1000 °C |
| Base Temperature Range | 125–400 °C |
| Gas Flow Ranges | Lower H2: 1–25 mL/min; Oxidizer (O2): 4–150 mL/min |
| Operating Cell Pressure | 3–10 Torr (maintained via external vacuum pump) |
