Shimadzu
Shimadzu
Shimadzu
AA-7000 Series
AA - 7000 Series
Shimadzu Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometers Reaching Even Greater Heights
Enhanced Flame Analysis World-Class High-Sensitivity Furnace Improved Dual Atomizer System Advanced Safety Technology
P 18 - Supports System Management and Accuracy Management P 20 - Standard Parts / PC / Software
Contents
P 24 - Specifications
P 26 - Installation Conditions
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AAC
AA-7000F
AAC
ASC
GFA
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ASC
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AA-7000G
GFA-7000
Analysis Sensitivities
Flame Furnace
Environment
Seawater, river water, effluent, sludge, air-borne dust
(ppm)
(ppb)
H Li Be B C N P O S
He F Ne Cl Ar
Na Mg K Ca Sc Ti Rb Sr Y
Al Si
V Cr Mn Fe Co Ni Cu Zn Ga a Ge As Se Br Kr I Xe
Zr Nb Mo Tc Ru Rh Pd Ag Cd In Sn Sb Te
Cs Ba La Hf Ta W Re Os Ir Pt Au Hg Tl Pb Bi Po At Rn Fr Ra Ac Ce Pr Nd Pm Sm Eu Gd Tb Dy Ho Er Tm Yb Lu Th Pa U Np Pu Am Cm Bk Cf Es Fm Md No Lr
* May differ according to coexisting substances in the sample.
Needs
AUTO
Dual Atomizer System Automatic adjustment of atomizer Automatic serach of burner height
*1 Requires ASC stand kit. *2 Requires ASK-7000. *3 Automatic burner height search function can be used.
Flame Selection
Flame and Measurement Procedures
H Li Be Na Mg K Ca Sc Ti Rb Sr Y B C N P O S
He F Ne Cl Ar
AA-7000F Flame Model
Al Si
V Cr Mn Fe Co Ni Cu Zn Ga Ge As Se Br Kr I Xe
Zr Nb Mo Tc Ru Rh Pd Ag Cd In Sn Sb Te
Cs Ba La Hf Ta W Re Os Ir Pt Au u Hg Tl Pb Bi Po At Rn Fr Ra Ac Ce Pr Nd Pm Sm Eu Gd Tb Dy Ho Er Tm Yb Lu Th Pa U Np Pu Am Cm Bk Cf Es Fm Md No Lr
AA-7000G Furnace Model (with options attached)
Monochromator
Detector
Chopper mirror
Reference beam
D2 lamp
Sample beam
Beam splitter
High sensitivity
The graph shows the direct measurement results for 0.1 ppm lead (Pb).
A b s
Measurement time
Data Showing Long-Term Stability for Flame Cu Measurements
Conc(ppm)
0.1ppm to 0.4ppm Calibration Curve for Lead (Pb)
Conventional method
Overflow method
. Permits analysis of small sample volumes . Multi-element analysis of small sample volumes . No blockage of burner slot with samples having a high salt concentration . Synchronized with the autosampler for auto-dilution measurements
* Synchronization with the autosampler requires the optional micro sampling kit.
Advantages
Sampling port
Sampling port
Solenoid valve (opened) 2. Solenoid valve opens to inject sample in one shot into the flame.
High-Performance Autosampler
Mix and inject up to four sample types (diluted solution, standard solution, sample, matrix modifier, etc.). (Of course, unmixed samples can also be injected.) ected.) Select a fluororesin tube or pipette tip as the injection nozzle. Automatic dilution and re-analysis if the calibration curve concentration is exceeded.
Digital temperature control and electronic gas flow control enhance stability
Combination of a high-sensitivity optical sensor and unique digital temperature control technology achieves highly accurate temperature control in all temperature regions from drying to atomization. An electronic flow controller can precisely control the inner gas flow rate in 0.01L/min units. These control techniques significantly enhance both the sensitivity and the data stability.
Measurement Example Showing High Stability
Analysis of 0.5ppb lead (Pb): Approx. 5% relative standard deviation after 5 repeated measurements is adequate for quantitative analysis.
Platform tube
(P/N 206-50887-02) Restricts chemical interference due to coexisting substances. Effective for the analysis of environmental samples and biosamples, such as sea water and industrial waste.
* Depending on the state of the sample, some other combinations may be appropriate.
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New Atomizer Design Permits Easy Switching Between Flame and Furnace Measurements
The new drive mechanism halves the switching time between flame and furnace measurements (comparison with previous Shimadzu models). The atomizer unit is switched automatically by software operation. No troublesome replacement of the atomizer unit is required. No need to disconnect pipes or wires.
Flame measurement: Burner head intersects the light axis (red line).
A single autosampler can be used for both flame and furnace measurements. Simply slide it left or right. No need to purchase two autosamplers.
Flame measurement
Furnace measurement
Lamp house
Just slide the cover to the side for easy replacement of the hollow cathode lamps through the large opening.
AA-6300
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The connected options and operation of safety mechanisms are checked during instrument initialization.
Automatic gas shut-off by flame monitor Mechanism to prevent misuse of the burner
Safety-Conscious Design
Flame-retardant materials
UL 94V-0-rated flame-retardant materials are used for the instrument external covers and atomizer unit. This superior design pays due consideration to safety.
Clear window
The large window permits observation of the flame, and the burner can be easily accessed through the large opening. The window closes when released to eliminate the chance of it being left open.
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Principle
A small current IL (approx. 10 mA) and a large current IH (approx. 500 mA) are alternately passed through the hollow cathode lamp. The lamp emission spectrum when the large current flows has a depression in the center (self-reverse), due to self-absorption of the large number of sputtered atoms in the atom cloud, as shown in the diagram to the left. No significant atomic absorption is apparent and background absorption mainly occurs. Conversely, the lamp emission spectrum when the small current flows comprises a single narrow peak resulting from both atomic absorption and background absorption. By determining the difference between the two types of absorption, it is possible to accurately correct for the background absorption and measure the true atomic absorption.
Wavelength IL IL spectrum
Wavelength
Atomic absorption
Time
Atomic absorption
(Lamp energy)
(Sample measurement)
Examples suitable for SR method (where differences result between SR and D2 methods) Example: Measurement of trace levels of zinc in iron (analysis of Zn in Fe solution)
BGC-SR method
Atomic absorption signal Background signal
BGC-D 2 method
Zn 0.25ppm
The identical 0.5 ppm Zn solution is accurately corrected to the same absorbance at (2) and (6).
Due to inadequate correction, the absorbance is higher at (6) than at (2) for the identical 0.5 ppm Zn solution.
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The SR method is suitable for samples containing elements that cause problems with spectral interference, as shown in the table to the left.
Principle
Atomic absorption
The deuterium lamp method involves lighting the hollow cathode lamp and the deuterium lamp alternately at high speed. After separation by the monochromator, the light from the deuterium lamp has a bandwidth from 0.1 to 5 nm. Therefore, an atomic absorption with a line width of only about 1/1000 nm is almost unobservable compared to the background absorption due to wide-bandwidth molecular absorption. However, as the light from the hollow cathode lamp has approximately the same bandwidth as the atomic absorption band, the total of the atomic absorption and the background absorption can be observed. With the deuterium lamp (D2) method, light from both sources passes through the atomizer. The difference in absorbance is determined to conduct background correction.
Examples suitable for D2 method (where no difference results between SR and D2 methods) Example: Measurement of trace levels of lead in 2% NaCl solution by molecular absorption (analysis of Pb in 2% NaCl solution)
BGC-SR method BGC-D 2 method
Background signal
Spike
0ppb
2ppb
4ppb
Spike
0ppb
2ppb
4ppb
It can be seen that the sensitivity is higher with the BGC-D2 method.
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Start Wizard.
Select element.
Connect to instrument.
MRT (Measured Results Table) The worksheet shows sample names, absorbance, concentrations, and correction calibration results.
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Software Provides Comprehensive Information Displays and Flexible Settings Identical software operation for flame and furnace measurements
Even if the calibration curve is created after sample measurements, concentration calculations can be conducted on past data. This allows trial measurements to be directly used as actual measurements. Extrapolation of calibration curve range. If the sample concentration exceeds the calibration curve range, additional measurements can be performed on standard solutions to re-calculate the concentration. Use existing calibration curves for measurements. Useful for sample concentration order checks and for checking the instrument sensitivity. One-touch re-measurement operation. No need to repeat the measurement from the beginning. Create and save multiple calibration curves on a single worksheet. Select the appropriate calibration curve for the sample concentration and composition.
Overlay function allows size and shape comparison of peak profiles. Large-volume injection permits high-sensitivity measurements. Precision control of drying and ashing temperatures reduces analysis time.
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CLASS-Agent (Option)
Connection to CLASS-Agent permits efficient, long-term database management of large amounts of analysis data.
User Management
User management restricts the users of the system. It registers each user to determine how each one uses the software.
Log Browser
The log browser easily displays a variety of logs to check the system modification history and other log information.
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Management
Accuracy Management (QA/QC) Functions Permit User Level Management, Audit Trail, and Electronic Signatures
QA/QC compatibility
The QA/QC functions permit accuracy management.
* Data from all Shimadzu analytical instruments can be centrally managed by CLASS-Agent.
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* The PC, monitor, printer, hollow cathode lamps, high-temperature burner head, pressure regulator and compressor are not included in the standard configuration.
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Flow meter kit Sample platform Air compressor Low-noise air compressor Mist separator kit YR-71 compressed gas regulator MAF-85S compressed gas regulator Micro sampling kit O-ring set
Float-type flow meter for support gas Dimensions: 250 W 130 D 170 H mm Vial mounting platform: 220 W 95 D mm Vial positions: 5-step switching 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, with mist separator 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, with mist separator Required if using an air compressor other than above. For C2H2 For dinitrogen oxide gas Required to use the flame micro sampling method. ASC-7000 and ASK-7000 (or ASC stand kit) are also required. O-ring set for organic solvents
High-density graphite tube Pyro-coated graphite tube Platform tube MAF-106S compressed gas regulator CA-1112 cooling water circulation unit Cooler connection kit Cooling water tube ASSY Regulator ASSY
206-50587 206-50588 206-50887-02 040-72019-21 044-01809-03 206-84373-91 206-51028-91 206-86147-91 Argon gas cylinder For cooling GFA, 100 VAC, 50/60 Hz Operational temperature range: -10 to +40 C For connecting GFA and CA-1112 Connecting tubes when using tap water to cool GFA Decompression valve when using tap water to cool GFA Select one of the three types of graphite tubes according to the aim of the analysis.
Autosampler
Part Name ASC-7000 autosampler Cat. No. 206-77600-XX ISpecifications System: Flame / furnace Function: Zero-point detection, auto rinse, auto diagnosis, random access Maximum reagent / sample positions: Reagents: 8 positions, samples: 60 positions
* Separately order the parts below.
Remarks
ASC stand kit ASK-7000 extension unit for furnace analysis Nozzle ASSY, HVG
Required to mount ASC-7000 to conduct flame analysis only. Permits both flame and furnace analysis. Required to use ASC-7000 and HVG-1.
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Other Accessories
Part Name Analog output cable Cat. No. 206-77707-91 Remarks Used for analog output to a pen recorder, etc. One cable required per channel (atomic absorption/energy signal, background signal).
ISpecifications Measurement method: continuous flow Sample consumption: 0 to 7 mL/min, variable Reagent consumption: 0 to 2.5 mL/min, variable Atomizer: Heated absorption cell (heated by Air-C2H2 flame in standard system) Carrier gas: Ar pressure: 3.2 kg/cm2, consumption: 70 mL/min Power requirements: 100, 115, 220, 240 VAC, 30 VA, 50/60 Hz Dimensions: 340 W 220 D 200 H mm IStandard Major Items Hydride vapor generator, absorption cell (P/N: 200-66584-03) Reagent bottles (P/N: 204-09363-01), gas hose, drain tube, etc.
ISpecifications Furnace Dimensions: 170 W 110 D 110 H mm I.D.: 25 170 mm Heater: PYROMAX DS Operational temperature range: Ambient to 1100 C Temperature regulation range: 2.5 C Load capacity: 1000 W max. Power requirements: 100 VAC, 400 VA, 50/60 Hz
Controller
Computer
* Use a stepdown transformer in regions that do not have a 100 V power supply.
Mounting adaptor
206-52135-91 206-83755-91
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Specifications
Main Unit
Basics
Wavelength range Monochromator Bandwidth Detector Optics Optics Background correction method Number of HC lamps Lamp mode Software requirements Parameter setting Measurement mode Concentration computation mode Repeat analysis Baseline correction Signal processing segment setting Sensitivity correction Data processing Analog output Tabular data processing Recall of parameters Procedure/result display Report generation QA/QC Re-analysis Digital recording Power requirements Dimensions and weight Ambient temperature / humidity 185.0 to 900.0 nm Aberration-corrected Czerny-Turner mounting, Number of grating grooves: 1800 lines / mm, Focal length: 298 mm 0.2, 0.7, 1.3, 2.0L nm (4-step automatic switching)
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Photomultiplier tube Optical double-beam BGC-SR (high-speed self-reversal method) (185.0 to 900.0 nm) BGC-D2 (D2 lamp method) (185.0 to 430.0 nm)
6-lamp turret, 2 lamps simultaneously lit (1 for measurement, 1 warming up for next measurement) EMISSION, NON-BGC, BGC-D2, BGC-SR Microsoft Windows Vista Business / XP Professional Wizard method Flame continuous method, flame micro sampling method, furnace method, flame emission method
. Calibration curve method (select primary, secondary, tertiary) . Standard addition method, simple standard addition method (primary expression)
Up to 20 repetitions. Mean value, standard deviation (SD) and coefficient of variation (RSD) display Automatic exclusion of deviant values by setting SD and %RSD Automatic correction of baseline drift by offset correction in peak height / peak area modes. Signal processing segments can be changed in peak height / peak area modes. Automatic calibration curve correction function using sensitivity monitoring 2 channels (atomic absorption/energy signal, background signal) Output range: 5.0, 2.5, 1.25, 0.625 Abs./V (each settable in 4 stages) Fixed at 1 V F.S. in EMISSION mode. Final concentration calculations based on sampled volume, dilution rate, fixed volume, and factor inputs Template functions available MRT (Measurement Results Table) worksheet Summary report Select whether to continue or discontinue measurements based on results of evaluation on coefficient of correlation, %RSD, ICV . ICB, CCV . CCB, PB, LCS, SPK, PDS, and DUP.
. Select whether on not to conduct re-analysis. . Automatic dilution and re-analysis of unknown samples via autosampler (flame micro sampling method, furnace method) . Management by login ID and password . Control user access authority by user level . Log record . Audit trail . Electronic signatures
Choose from 100, 120, 220, or 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Power is required separately for the personal computer.) AA-7000F: 700 W 588 D 714 H mm, 72 kg AA-7000G: 700 W 580 D 538 H mm, 65 kg (Protruding parts and optional equipment are not included.) 10 to 35 C, 20 to 80% (less than 70% when temperature is higher than 30 C)
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Flame
Type Burner head Nebulizer Chamber Burner unit Positioning Air-cooled pre-mix type Pt-lr capillary PTFE orifice Titanium 10 cm slot (5 cm titanium slot for N2O-C2H2 flame available as an option) ceramic impact bead (capable of handling hydrofluoric acid) Engineering plastics AA-7000F/AA-7000G
. Lateral/vertical manual adjustment . Automatic flame/furnace switching by motor . Automatic search of optimum burner height
AA-7000F (with an optional auto atomizer changer mounted) 0 to 90 (Angle adjustment is not possible if the optional auto atomizer changer and GFA-7000 are both installed.)
. Automatic fuel gas flow rate setting (0.1 L/min step) . Automatic search of optimum gas flow rate . Automatic gas leak check . Automatic Air-N O switching as C H flow rate increases . Flame monitor . Prevention of wrong burner head use . Gas pressure monitor . Drain tank level monitor . Automatic flame extinction upon power outage or sudden power interruption . Automatic flame extinction via flame vibration sensor . Internal fan stop sensor
2 2 2
Furnace (GFA-7000)
Heating temperature range Heating control system
Safety measures
. Ambient to 3,000 C . Drying: Digital current control with automatic temperature calibration function . Ashing, Atomization: Digital temperature control via optical sensor . Maximum 20 stages . Heating mode: RAMP/STEP . Inner gas type: Dual automatic switching type . High-sensitivity mode setting . Enrichment in furnace: Maximum 20 times . Optimum temperature program search support function . Inner gas flow rate: 0 to 1.50 L/min . Cooling water flow rate monitor . Gas pressure monitor . Overcurrent protection unit (double check by circuit protector and optical sensor) . Furnace block cooling check
Positioning
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. Lateral/vertical manual adjustment AA-7000F (with an optional auto atomizer changer mounted) . Automatic flame/furnace switching by motor
AA-7000F/AA-7000G
200, 220, 230, or 240 VAC 5%, 6000 VA, 50/60 Hz 260 W 560 D 510 H mm, 46 kg
Autosampler
Common Specifications
Control Maximum reagent / sample positions Rinse water bottle Power requirements RS-232C communication control from AA unit Reagents: 8 positions 2L Choose from 100, 120, 220, or 230 VAC, 50 VA, 50/60 Hz Samples: 60 positions (random access available with reagents or samples)
* Notes . The PC, monitor and printer are not included in the standard configuration. Prepare them separately. . The ASC-7000, ASK-7000 and GFA-7000 are optional accessories. . The separately available micro sampling kit is required for the flame micro sampling method. . Microsoft Windows Vista Business or XP Professional is required to run the AA-7000 Series software. . Microsoft Windows Vista Business and XP Professional are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp., U.S.A. . The AA-7000 Series does not conform to IEC60601 Medical Electrical Equipment.
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Installation Conditions
Dimensions
Wall
200 465 870 200 max. 280 150 to 200 Damper 150 to 200 Exhaust fan 588 150
Table
415
714
390
900 to 1000
Unit: mm S=1: 2 0
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Make sure all required equipment is available before starting instrument installation. See the installation guidelines for details.
Temperature range 10 to 35 C Humidity range 20 to 80% (less than 70% when temperature is higher than 30 C) 1500 mm min. (W) 700 mm min. (D) Withstand load: 200 kg *1, 2 Material Dimensions Acetylene Stainless *3 7 mm min. I.D. 80 mm min. (L) Cylinder: 0.11 MPa Lab: 0.09 MPa Compressor: 0.4 MPa Lab: 0.35 MPa Cylinder: 0.4 MPa Lab: 0.35 MPa Cylinder: 0.4 MPa Lab: 0.35 MPa Stainless For flame: Approx. 500 mm W 500 mm D For furnace: 150 mm to 200 mm For flame: 600 to 1200 m3/hr For furnace: 10 to 180 m3/hr Cooling water circulation unit or tap-water equipment *4
Pressure regulator Pressure range 0.3 MPa Setting pressure 0.09 MPa Acetylene gas Setting pressure 0.4 MPa
Gas supply Air pressure (set secondary Dinitrogen oxide pressure) Argon
Setting pressure 0.4 MPa Pressure range 1 MPa Setting pressure 0.35 MPa Dinitrogen oxide gas
Pressure range 1 MPa Setting pressure 0.35 MPa Mist separator Pressure range 1 MPa Setting pressure 0.35 MPa Lab 80 mm max.
Argon gas
*1 Atomic absorption spectrophotometer stand recommended *2 Maintain a free maintenance space of 150 to 200 mm to the sides and rear of the instrument. *3 Do not use pipes containing copper, silver, gold, mercury (or alloys containing these metals) as pipes for acetylene. *4 If tap-water equipment is used, ensure that it meets the specifications below. Compatible faucet Faucet 13 or 12 to 15 mm O.D. rimmed faucet 10 to 30 C 0.6 to 1.5 L/min 0.08 to 0.15 MPa *5 7 mm min.
*5 If the supply pressure exceeds 0.17 MPa, use the optional Regulator ASSY.
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