System includes:
- Shimadzu GCMS-TQ8040 Mass Spectrometer
- Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus
- HS-20 Headspace sampler
- Vacuum pump
- PC with LabSolutions data
The Shimadzu GCMS-TQ8040 Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer configured with the Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus Gas Chromatograph and Shimadzu HS-20 Headspace Autosampler is a high-performance analytical platform designed for ultra-trace qualitative and quantitative analysis of volatile and semi-volatile compounds. Combining advanced triple quadrupole mass spectrometry with reliable gas chromatography and fully automated headspace sampling, this system delivers exceptional sensitivity, selectivity, and productivity for demanding laboratory applications.
The GCMS-TQ8040 utilizes advanced tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) with Multiple Reaction Monitoring (MRM) to achieve outstanding detection limits while minimizing matrix interferences. Its high-speed scanning capabilities, rapid polarity switching, and robust ion optics provide accurate, reproducible results across a wide range of analytical methods.
The Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus Gas Chromatograph offers precise temperature control, electronic flow management, and excellent chromatographic reproducibility, making it well suited for routine testing as well as complex research applications. Paired with the Shimadzu HS-20 Headspace Autosampler, the system enables automated analysis of volatile compounds directly from sealed sample vials, reducing sample preparation time, minimizing contamination risks, and improving laboratory throughput.

