Glass Cyclone Chamber with Central Tube
Spray Chamber with Central Tube
Maintenance and replacement:
- Handle with care: The glass cyclone chamber is fragile. Always handle it by the body and avoid applying pressure to the neck, where the central tube is inserted, as this area is particularly vulnerable to breakage.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes: Rapid heating or cooling of the chamber can cause thermal stress and lead to cracks. If the chamber has been used with hot samples, allow it to cool gradually before cleaning or handling.
- Know when to replace: If the chamber has visible cracks, chips, or becomes irreversibly clogged or contaminated, replacement is necessary.
- Clogging or blockage: If there’s reduced sample flow, or if the chamber shows signs of blockage, performance can degrade. This can lead to inconsistent plasma excitation or reduced analytical sensitivity.
- Cracks or damage: Visible cracks, chips, or scratches on the glass chamber can lead to leakage or altered sample flow patterns, which negatively affect performance.
- Decreased sensitivity: If instrument sensitivity decreases, the chamber may be contaminated or partially blocked, reducing the efficiency of aerosol delivery to the plasma.
Compatibility:
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