Hollow Cathode Lamps

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HOLLOW CATHODE LAMPS

CONTENTS
1 Hollow cathode lamps
5 See through hollow cathode lamps
6 Single element lamps
15 Multi element lamps
22 Getting the best from your hollow cathode lamps
24 Hollow cathode lamps supply
25 Periodic table
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Hollow Cathode Lamps Cathodeon

CATHODEON HOLLOW CATHODE DISCHARGE LAMPS Fig 2

Cathodeon Ltd with over 60 years’ experience in vacuum/gas
electronic devices is the worlds leading specialist in spectral
Internal construction
and piece parts HOLLOW
source technology. Now Europe’s undisputed leader in the
manufacture of hollow cathode lamps having been at the
heart of their design and development since the early years
CATHODE
of atomic absorption analysis in the 1960’s.
Cathodeon hollow cathode lamps are fitted as original
equipment by many of the worlds foremost atomic absorption
LAMPS
instrument manufacturers, and as replacements by discerning
users the world over.
The Cathodeon hollow cathode lamp programme includes
70 single element and the widest range of proven multi element
combinations in standard 11/2” (37mm), and 2” (50mm)
diameters designed to fit directly into Perkin Elmer AA APPLICATIONS
equipment. Where appropriate these lamps are available
These components combined create a mechanically consistent
with data coded bases permitting the instrument to automatically Hollow cathode lamps are
and robust lamp with the beam of light focused through the
identify the lamp element. In addition a range of lamps
centre of the window and free from spurious discharge problems. gas discharge devices in
specifically designed for use with Smith Hieftje background
correction systems is available. THE CATHODE
which the discharge is
The cathode is manufactured from either the pure element
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
or the element alloyed with another suitable element. highly constrained around
Hollow cathode lamps consist of a cathode made from
Alloying is used where the element is not available in an
the element of interest, an anode and an inert filler gas
appropriate form such as sodium, arsenic etc., to achieve the cathode of a specific
contained in a glass envelope. In addition various mica
a balanced output (Cd, Cr) or in the case of precious elements,
discs, ceramic sheaths and glass shields assist in alignment metal. The resultant output
significant cost savings can be made without compromising
and insulation. The 37mm version is normally fitted with a
analytical performance. The alloying elements are carefully
2 pin octal base while the 50mm version has a flying lead is a unique line spectrum,
chosen not to interfere spectrally with the element of interest.
terminated with a standard M9 plug. Data coded versions
All materials are chosen from the highest purity available, the most intense of which
of these lamps use multiple pinned octal bases specific to
usually 99.99% or better, and in a form from which a cathode
the intended manufacturer whilst the coded plug terminating
can be manufactured that will combine high spectral line are suitable for highly
50mm lamps mates with the M12 socket in the instrument.
intensity, stability, and low noise with good analytical sensitivity.
Window Partially finished cathodes, prepared alloys and raw materials specific and sensitive
are stored under vacuum where there is a likelihood of
metals analysis.
deterioration or in air tight containers to avoid contamination
and so maintain the highest levels of purity. The elements Further derivatives of the
Fig 1 General construction
are then pressed into a cathode cup usually manufactured
from steel. fundamental technology
Other cup materials such as nickel, aluminium and brass may
extend the applications
be selected to ensure that the cathode operates at an optimal
Mica
temperature for analytical performance with long life yet remaining to include:-
Anode free from spectral interference to the cathode element.
Fig 3 Atomic Absorption
Cathode Cathodes including
vacuum stored
Ceramics Spectrophotometry

Atomic Fluorescence

Spectroscopy
INTERNAL CONSTRUCTION
The base is pressed from the same glass as the body of the
Multi wavelength
bulb to ensure a good stress free seal and the lead through
pins made from an alloy with the same co-efficient of expansion laser tuning
as the glass. This minimises the chances of cracking around
the pins. Laser output stabilisation
The internal structure is mounted on the base with accurate
and consistent positioning of the anode and cathode controlled Multi component analysers
by precision ceramic insulators on the anode pins. Mica disc
insulators have a dual purpose of holding the structure centrally Environmental analysers
within the lamp envelope and supporting the glass shield
which insulates the cathode from other parts of the lamp. Medical analysers
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THE ANODE Both the UV glass and borosilicate windows can be fused

HOLLOW A ring anode is fitted to all Cathodeon lamps, this design

being preferred over flag anodes as the ring anode will
directly to the envelope, but quartz windows are attached
through a graded seal in which small rings of different glasses

CATHODE centralise the discharge for best optical performance,

whilst minimising cathode material movement which can
cause discharge faults such as flashing.
of subtly different expansion coefficients are sealed to the
envelope in a sequence that absorbs the large expansion
differences between quartz and the envelope. All glass

LAMPS Fig 4 Anodes and position in structure parts are fabricated in house to ensure exceptional product
performance and reproducibility.
FILL GAS
Hollow cathode lamps are filled with an inert monatomic
gas of high purity chosen to ensure that the spectral output
of the cathode is free from interference. Neon is the preferred
gas for its ease of processing and clean stable outputs.
Argon is used for those elements where interference from
neon lines is possible, in addition Cathodeon has experience
of processing in special gas fills such as krypton and xenon.
However users should always be aware of possible spectral
interference where non standard gases have been requested.

Fig 6 Reduction of interference

The anode is coated with a getter material which assists in

removing any impurities released from the cathode during
the sputtering process from normal operation. The getter is
also activated during lamp processing to collect any impurities
remaining in the cathode material. This process deposits the
impurities onto the glass bulb in such a form that they remain
inert throughout the life of the lamp. It is this process that
creates the dark coloured ring on the wall of the envelope
adjacent to the getter. This discolouration is perfectly normal Analytical Lines Gas Lines
and not only will it not affect the operation of the lamp, but
for those elements where gettering is critical indicates a well
processed lamp of exceptional purity. PROCESSING AND TESTING
ENVELOPE AND WINDOWS Lamp manufacturing comprises of 7 stages, cathode
The envelope is constructed from a special borosilicate manufacture, assembly, sealing, vacuum processing, ageing,
glass chosen to achieve a good seal between the envelope testing and final finishing. The cathode is assembled onto
and the pin base. Cathodeon lamps feature a direct fused-on the base pins using the micas and ceramics to achieve a
window construction, essential for exceptional lifetimes, and reproducibly positioned insulated assembly. The structure is
purity of spectral output. The window material is selected to then carefully sealed to the base using techniques that minimise
achieve the optimum transmission of the key spectral lines extraneous contamination and do not damage the integrity
of the cathode element. Normal practise is to utilise borosilicate of the cathode. Once sealed the lamp is attached to the
glass for wavelengths over 400nm, special UV transparent vacuum processing equipment via a pump stem and is
glass for wavelengths between 240 to 400nm, and high subjected to a 16 hour programme of evacuation, baking
quality quartz for shorter wavelengths. and cathode processing prior to a final fill with gas.

Fig 5 Transmission of windows Fig 7 Age and test area

APPLICATIONS
80
Lamps are filled with an
% Transmittance

60
inert monatomic gas of

high purity chosen to 40

ensure that the spectral

20
output of the cathode is
0
free from interference.
150 200 250 300 350 400
Wavelength (nm)
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The processed lamp is then aged overnight on power supplies on entry of the element. Whilst these parameters are generally
specific to the lamps final application to assure a stable and
consistent product. Finally the lamp is then tested for output,
suitable for a particular element, they may need fine tuning
to suit the specific analysis being carried out. HOLLOW
noise, drift, and chemical sensitivity in an appropriate fully
operational atomic absorption spectrophotometer. Each
stage is monitored and recorded on a test sheet and final
Standard 50mm Lamps
Perkin Elmer Instruments are unique in requiring hollow CATHODE
LAMPS
cathode lamps with a 2” (50mm) diameter, and a dedicated
test results entered into a SPC system used for regular
electrical connector. Cathodeon has developed a full range
trend analysis to ensure product consistency. Procedures
of such lamps for direct use in Perkin Elmer instruments
for processing are regularly audited and updated, whilst
utilising the long established features of our standard range
process and test equipment is subject to regular calibration
but making the necessary processing changes to ensure
against traceable standards in strict conformance to
they are entirely compatible to these instruments. Using a
Cathodeon’s ISO 9002 registration.
standard lamp in a Perkin Elmer coded instrument may
Fig 8 Process Record Card require a 9 to 12 pin adapter, although many instruments
are fitted with both sockets. The adapter is manufactured
by and available from Cathodeon.
Data Coded Hollow Cathode Lamps
Cathodeon manufacture and can now supply a complete
range of data coded hollow cathode lamps for Varian, Perkin
Elmer and Unicam instruments. Data coded hollow cathode
lamps incorporate a unique electronic configuration in the
base or plug which the instrument recognises and sets
default operating conditions for the routine analysis of that
element. The parameters may be overridden by the operator
if desired to suit the specific requirements of the analysis.
LAMP SELECTION The electronic configuration of the data coding is also specific
Standard 37mm Lamps to each instrument manufacturer and not interchangeable
Cathodeon 37mm hollow cathode lamps are suitable for i.e. a Varian coded lamp will not register in a Unicam instrument.
most commercial atomic absorption instruments, many of Cathodeon offers a full range of coded lamps for each
which are listed below. These lamps can also operate in manufacturer, the exact programme being governed by the
a Perkin Elmer instrument through the addition of both a software embedded in the instrument.
simple sizing sleeve and connecting cable. Whilst not optimum
this option is extremely useful to laboratories equipped with Lamps for Self Reversal (Smith-Hieftje)
Perkin Elmer and other manufacturers instruments. When Background Correction Technique.
used in this way the operating current quoted for 50mm Background correction in atomic absorption spectroscopy
lamps running in continuous current mode should be used can use a Deuterium continuum method or the Zeeman
which may differ from that quoted on the lamp label which method utilising magnetic field polarisation. However, both
is optimised for 37mm lamps running in modulated mode. of these methods have limitations regarding the correction
It should be noted that when using 37mm lamps in instruments of uniformly distributed background. An alternative method
manufactured by GBC and some Shimadzu models that only of background correction is the self reversal (Smith-Hieftje)
lamps with Y shaped envelopes available to order will fit. technique in which a high current is momentarily passed
through the cathode producing a dense cloud of neutral
Analytik Jena Jenoptik atoms in front of the cathode which effectively cuts off the
Baird Atomic Unicam stream of photons produced during normal lamp operation
Beckman Rank-Hilger at low current. This momentarily stops absorption in the
Chemtech Analytical Scintrex flame the spectrophotometer now reading the background
Corning E.E.L. (Evans) Shandon Southern absorption only, whilst at normal low current operation the
Fisher Jarrell-Ash Shimadzu instrument observes the sum of the absorption of the element
G.B.C. Thermo Jarrell-Ash and the background. The spectrophotometer can then
Hitachi electronically subtract the background from the sample
Varian Techtron
signal to solve the analytical problems that may be encountered
Instrument Laboratory Zeiss
with other methods of background correction. Cathodeon
Standard lamps may also be used in computer controlled have developed a range of lamps specifically designed to be
spectrophotometers which are designed to take coded used at the currents recommended by the manufacturers of
lamps as these instruments normally have the facility to
be set up manually. Manual setting up of lamp current,
instruments where the self reversal or “Smith-Hieftje” method
of background correction is available. These lamps have
APPLICATIONS
wavelength, slit width, gas conditions and burner height enhanced insulation to cope with the high voltage pulse
37mm and 50mm lamps
takes only a few moments and allows the operator to set the used by this background correction method, but may also
optimum conditions for each particular analysis, which can be used in normal atomic absorption applications. Not all are available in standard
be stored and recalled when required. Indeed in many cases elements are suitable for use with this technique, the available
the instrument will set default conditions for these parameters range is included in the lamp listing. and data coded versions.
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Hollow Cathode Lamps Cathodeon

Multi Element Lamps

HOLLOW Cathodeon manufactures the largest range of multi element

lamps offering only those combinations which provide sufficient
MANUFACTURER
GBC
Perkin Elmer
MODEL
All models
2280, 2380, 4000, 5000,
PART NO.
J07

CATHODE energy and an acceptable lifetime for each element, with no

spectral interference. Multi element hollow cathode lamps are
particularly useful when carrying out routine analysis on a
272, 280, 360, 372, 373,
380, 460 R06

LAMPS number of different elements in the same sample where there

is sufficient concentration of each element to allow easy
detection. Multi element lamps are inevitably a compromise in
Unicam
Varian
410, 420, 429, 430
SP192
AA275, AA775, AA875,
G20
D01

which energy levels will be lower than single element lamps AA975, AA1275, AA1475,
and hence noise levels may be higher. This may limit ultimate SpectrAA 10 R17
detection levels, single element lamps being preferred wherever SpectrAA 20, SpectrAA 30,
sensitivity is an issue. SpectrAA 40 R17
Boosted Discharge Lamps POWER SUPPLIES
Whilst the performance of conventional Cathodeon hollow A modulated power supply type C610 is available in both boxed
cathode lamps operating in the deep ultra violet has been and OEM versions and is designed specifically to drive hollow
considerably enhanced in the past few years, boosted lamps cathode lamps. Due to the specialist nature of this product the
may prove useful in those areas of the deep ultra violet where supply is not tested to European EMC regulations and will
the output and noise levels from conventional lamps may limit therefore not carry a CE mark. The OEM version is available
ultra high sensitivity analysis. The increase in output of boosted and is not subject to these regulations. For more information
lamps may reduce noise levels and make possible improved see page 24.
detection limits especially with the high absorption optics typical
of Zeeman background correction instruments. The increased WARRANTY
output comes about from a secondary cathode emitting an All Cathodeon hollow cathode lamps are manufactured to the
additional source of electrons which excite a greater pro- highest standards and are warranted free from electrical and
portion of the sputtered atoms from the discharge resulting in mechanical defect caused either by workmanship or materials.
an enhanced output. The normal operation of the lamp is The lamps provide satisfactory service when used within the l
through the power supply of the host instrument but with the imits of our written specification and when used in equipment
addition of an external power supply for the secondary cathode of standard manufacture. 37mm and 50mm standard and data
operating in sequence. coded lamps are warranted to emit spectra for a period of 24
months from the date of despatch or 5000 milliampere hours
Hollow Cathode Lamps for Special Applications usage, whichever occurs first. The milliampere usage is calculated
Cathodeon will be pleased to quote for special hollow cathode by multiplying the hours of lamp operation by the lamp operating
lamps. Any combination of element and filler gas can be current. Lamps for use with the self reversal (Smith Hieftje)
accommodated whilst window material can also include background correction technique are warranted in hours, which
magnesium fluoride which extends transmission down to is due to the differing operating techniques of the various
114nm. However, no warranty can be assumed or implied manufacturers. The warranty period is different from conventional
when using such special hollow cathode lamps. lamps and from element to element and is listed below:
Electrodeless Discharge lamps All lamps 500 hours with the exception of:
The analytical advantages of electrodeless discharge lamps As, La, Sb, Se and Tl – 150 hours
used in the early days of atomic absorption spectrophotometry
Bi, Cs, Na, Si and Ti – 200 hours
have today been matched or improved upon by the most recent
Te and K – 300 hours
APPLICATIONS developments in conventional hollow cathode lamp technology
or by boosted discharge lamps. Cathodeon therefore feels Deuterium arc background correction lamps are warranted for
Multi element hollow unable to offer electrodeless discharge systems due to their low a period of twelve months or to 50% of original energy.
demand, limited range and high cost. Should any failure occur within the warranty period the lamp
cathode lamps are will be replaced free of charge providing that the lamp in
See Through Hollow Cathode Lamps
Cathodeon also manufacture opto-galvanic (see through) question is returned, carriage paid, in its original packing with
particularly useful when
hollow cathode lamps, designed to act as a frequency stable the completed warranty card and that following testing in the
carrying out routine reference for high intensity tuneable monochromatic light factory it is agreed that the lamp is faulty.
sources, particularly lasers. Further details are given on page 6. The lamp will only be replaced if the company is satisfied that
analysis on a number of the lamp has been operated at the recommended currents, and
BACKGROUND CORRECTION LAMPS
that it has not failed due to accidental damage or misuse by the
different elements in the Hollow cathode lamps filled with deuterium gas are used by
some manufacturers as background correction devices in atomic operator. If a replacement lamp is supplied, the validity of the
same sample where there absorption analysis. Standard size 37mm lamps filled with guarantee shall date from the shipment of the first lamp.
deuterium gas can be used in all instruments that will take such
is sufficient concentration
a lamp, with the exception of some early Varian models for
of each element to allow which a specific version is available. Many instruments however,
use a deuterium arc lamp for continuous background correction,
easy detection. details of those available are listed in the following table:
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Hollow Cathode Lamps Cathodeon

The Cathodeon opto-galvanic (see through) hollow cathode

Fig 9 See Through Hollow Cathode Lamp Dimensions

120 ± 3
lamp is designed to act as a freqency stable reference
for high intensity tuneable monochromatic light sources,
SEE THROUGH
5° particularly lasers. The optically clear path through the
cathode enables the source beam to create a resonant
excitation with one of the characteristic lines of the hollow
HOLLOW
CATHODE
25 ± 1

CL CL cathode lamp's own discharge. The resulting small change

in the electrical loading on the lamp supply may be correlated

70 ± 3
with the amplitude of the source, usually by optically chopping
the source at a low frequency.
SPECIFICATIONS
LAMPS
Windows
High purity fused quartz (Spectral range 200 - 5000nm).
Cathode
Most of the cathode materials used in standard Cathodeon
38 ± 1
hollow cathode lamps may be used in the "see through"
7 design. (Unavailable elements are Rb, Cs, K).
1 OPTICAL Cathode length is 19mm and bore diameter is in the range
CL CL
5 AXIS 3 to 6mm. Where material is not critical Iron is recommended
3 for its high intensity operation.
Fill Gas
The lamp can be filled with any of the following gases:-
Neon, Argon, Xenon, Krypton, Helium, Deuterium,
Hydrogen.
Gas mixtures and other gases may be specified provided
they are non-corrosive and non-radioactive. Where the
gas is not critical Neon or Argon are recommended based
on Cathodeon standard hollow cathode lamp practice.
Fill pressure must normally be in the range of 8 to 15mbar.
ELECTRICAL
Striking volts 350—400V
Running volts 200—320V
Maximum
continuous current 5 - 20mA
(Each cathode material has
a maximum value within this
range beyond which life and/or
performance is reduced).
Octal base
connection PIN 1 and 5 cathode
(internally connected)
PIN 3 and 7 anodes
(not internally connected) APPLICATIONS
WARRANTY
The opto-galvanic hollow
These lamps are warranted for 2 years or 1000 hours operation
within the recommended current range except where the gas cathode lamp is designed
or pressure needed is different from that used in standard
hollow cathode lamps, when the warranty is limited to to act as a freqency stable
manufacturing defects only.
reference for high intensity

tuneable monochromatic

light sources,

particularly lasers.
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
LEADOUT
ALUMINIUM 3UNX/Al 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 309.3 394.4 2.0 x C
3UNX/Al-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 396.2 1.2 x
Al 3UNX/Al-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 308.2 1.5 x
3UNX/Al-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Al 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 309.3
5UN/Al-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

ANTIMONY 3QNY/Sb 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 217.6 231.1 2.0 x D

3QNY/Sb-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 206.8 1.5 x
Sb
3QNY/Sb-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Sb-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Sb 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 25 20 217.6
5QN/Sb-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

ARSENIC 3QNY/As 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 12 10 193.7 197.2 2.0 x C

3QNY/As-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
As
3QNY/As-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/As-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/As 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 18 18 193.7
5QN/As-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

BARIUM 3BAX/Ba 37mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 15 12 553.5 350.1 12 x C

3BAX/Ba-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar Borosilicate 455.4 5x
Ba
3BAX/Ba-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar Borosilicate
3BAX/Ba-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar Borosilicate
5BA/Ba 50mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 30 25 553.5
5BA/Ba-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar Borosilicate

BERYLLIUM 3QNY/Be 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 234.9 – D

3QNY/Be-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
Be 3QNY/Be-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Be-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Be 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 20 234.9 –
5QN/Be-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

BISMUTH 3QNY/Bi 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 12 10 223.1 306.8 3.5 x B

3QNY/Bi-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 222.8 2.2 x
Bi 3QNY/Bi-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 206.2 8.0 x
3QNY/Bi-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz 227.7 14 x
5QN/Bi 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 223.1 202.1 70 x
5QN/Bi-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

BORON 3UNX/B 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 249.8 – D

3UNX/B-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass
B 3UNX/B-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
3UNX/B-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/B 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 249.8 –
5UN/B-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

CADMIUM 3QNY/Cd 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 8 6 228.8 326.1 500 x C

3QNY/Cd-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
Cd 3QNY/Cd-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Cd-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Cd 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 6 228.8
5QN/Cd-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
CAESIUM LEADOUT
3BNX/Cs 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 10 8 852.1 455.5 130 x B CAESIUM
3BNX/Cs-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate
Cs
3BNX/Cs-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate
3BNX/Cs-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Borosilicate
5BN/Cs 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 10 8 852.1
5BN/Cs-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate
CALCIUM
3UNX/Ca 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 6 5 422.7 – C CALCIUM
3UNX/Ca-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass
Ca
3UNX/Ca-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
3UNX/Ca-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Ca 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 422.7 –
5UN/Ca-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass
CERIUM
3UNX/Ce 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 15 520.0 569.7 C CERIUM
3UNX/Ce-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass
Ce
3UNX/Ce-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
5UN/Ce 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 20 20 520.0
CHROMIUM
3UNX/Cr 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 12 10 357.9 429.0 6x C CHROMIUM
3UNX/Cr-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 359.4 1.5 x
Cr
3UNX/Cr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 360.3 3x
3UNX/Cr-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 425.4 4x
5UN/Cr 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 12 10 357.9
5UN/Cr-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass
COBALT
3UNX/Co 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 240.7 304.4 8x D COBALT
3UNX/Co-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 242.5 1.2 x
Co
3UNX/Co-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 241.2 2x
3UNX/Co-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 252.1 6x
5UN/Co 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 40 30 240.7 243.6 6x
5UN/Co-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass
COPPER
3UNX/Cu 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 5 4 324.8 327.4 2x C COPPER
3UNX/Cu-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 217.9 4x
Cu
3UNX/Cu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 216.5 6x
3UNX/Cu-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 222.6 20 x
5UN/Cu 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 20 15 324.8 249.2 100 x
5UN/Cu-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 244.2 300 x
DYSPROSIUM
3BNX/Dy 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 421.2 416.8 10 x C DYSPROSIUM
3BNX/Dy-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 404.6 1.2 x
Dy
3BNX/Dy-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 418.7 1.4 x
5BN/Dy 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 421.2 419.5 1.6 x
5BN/Dy-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate
ERBIUM
3BNX/Er 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 400.8 408.8 7x C ERBIUM
3BNX/Er-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 386.3 1.5 x
Er
3BNX/Er-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 415.1 1.7 x
5BN/Er 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 400.8 389.3 4x
5BN/Er-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate 393.7 8x
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
LEADOUT
EUROPIUM 3BAX/Eu 37mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 12 10 459.4 333.4 11 x B
3BAX/Eu-V 37mm Varian Coded 462.7 1.5 x
Eu
3BAX/Eu-U 37mm Unicam Coded 466.2 1.5 x
5BA/Eu 50mm Standard 30 25 459.4 321.1 8x
5BA/Eu-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded 311.1 11 x

GADOLINIUM 3UNX/Gd 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 368.4 419.1 2.5 x B

3UNX/Gd-V 37mm Varian Coded 368.4 1.2 x
Gd
3UNX/Gd-U 37mm Unicam Coded 478.3 1.2 x
5UN/Gd 50mm Standard UV Glass 30 25 368.4 405.8 1.2 x
5UN/Gd-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded UV Glass 405.5 1.5 x

GALLIUM 3UNX/Ga 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 287.4 403.3 2x C

3UNX/Ga-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 294.4 1.1 x
Ga
3UNX/Ga-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 417.2 1.5 x
3UNX/Ga-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 250.0 9x
5UN/Ga 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 20 15 287.4 245.0 12 x
5UN/Ga-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 272.0 20 x

GERMANIUM 3UNX/Ge 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 265.2 269.1 3x C

3UNX/Ge-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 259.3 2x
Ge
3UNX/Ge-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 271.0 2.5 x
3UNX/Ge-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 275.5 2.5 x
5UN/Ge 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 265.2 303.9 25 x
5UN/Ge-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

GOLD 3UNX/Au 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 242.8 267.6 2x C

3UNX/Au-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 312.3 900 x
Au
3UNX/Au-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 274.8 1100 x
3UNX/Au-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Au 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 20 10 242.8
5UN/Au-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

HAFNIUM 3UAX/Hf 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 15 12 307.3 295.1 8x C

3UAX/Hf-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 377.8 10 x
Hf 3UAX/Hf-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass
5UA/Hf 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 30 25 307.3
5UA/Hf-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass

HOLMIUM 3BNX/Ho 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 410.4 417.3 5x D

3BNX/Ho-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 405.4 1.3 x
Ho 3BNX/Ho-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 416.3 2x
5BN/Ho 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 410.4 404.1 5x
5BN/Ho-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate 410.9 10 x

INDIUM 3UNX/In 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 303.9 451.1 3x C

3UNX/In-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 325.6 1.1 x
In 3UNX/In-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 410.5 2.9 x
5UN/In 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 25 20 303.9 256.0 12 x
5UN/In-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 271.0 20 x
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
IRIDIUM LEADOUT
3QNY/Ir 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 208.9 264.0 3x C IRIDIUM
3QNY/Ir-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 266.5 3.5 x
Ir
3QNY/Ir-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 237.5 4x
3QNY/Ir-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz 285.0 4.5 x
5QN/Ir 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25 208.9 250.3 5x
5QN/Ir-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz 254.4 7x
IRON
3UNX/Fe 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 248.3 372.0 10 x D IRON
3UNX/Fe-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 248.8 2x
Fe
3UNX/Fe-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 252.3 2x
3UNX/Fe-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 271.9 3x
5UN/Fe 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 30 248.3 302.1 4x
5UN/Fe-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 296.7 11 x
LANTHANUM
3UAX/La 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 15 12 550.1 418.7 1.5 x B LANTHANUM
3UAX/La-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 365.0 7x
La
3UAX/La-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass 392.8 7x
3UAX/La-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar UV Glass 403.7 7x
5UA/La 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 30 25 550.1 407.9 7x
5UA/La-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass
LEAD
3QNY/Pb 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 217.0 283.3 2.5 x C LEAD
3QNY/Pb-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 261.4 40 x
Pb
3QNY/Pb-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 368.4 100 x
3QNY/Pb-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Pb 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 217.0
5QN/Pb-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
LITHIUM
3BAX/Li 37mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 10 8 670.8 323.3 250 x C LITHIUM
3BAX/Li-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar Borosilicate 610.4 3400 x
Li
3BAX/Li-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar Borosilicate
3BAX/Li-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar Borosilicate
5BA/Li 50mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 20 15 670.8
5BA/Li-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar Borosilicate
LUTETIUM
3UAX/Lu 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 8 6 336.0 337.7 2.2 x D LUTETIUM
3UAX/Lu-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 331.2 2.0 x
Lu
3UAX/Lu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass 356.8 2.0 x
5UA/Lu 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 20 15 336.0 298.9 10 x
MAGNESIUM
3QNY/Mg 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 6 5 285.2 202.6 40 x B MAGNESIUM
3QNY/Mg-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 279.6 100 x
Mg
3QNY/Mg-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Mg-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Mg 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 6 285.2
5QN/Mg-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
MANGANESE
3UNX/Mn 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 12 10 279.5 403.0 10 x D MANGANESE
3UNX/Mn-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 279.8 1.3 x
Mn
3UNX/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 280.1 2x
3UNX/Mn-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 321.7 2000 x
5UN/Mn 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 20 279.5
5UN/Mn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
LEADOUT
MERCURY 3UNX/Hg 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 6 5 253.6 D
3UNX/Hg-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass
Hg
3UNX/Hg-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
5UN/Hg 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 8 6 253.6
5UN/Hg-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

MOLYBDENUM 3UNX/Mo 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 313.3 390.1 3.8 x C

3UNX/Mo-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 317.0 1.5 x
Mo 3UNX/Mo-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 379.8 1.8 x
3UNX/Mo-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 319.4 2.0 x
5UN/Mo 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 40 30 313.3 386.4 2.2 x
5UN/Mo-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 315.8 4.0 x

NEODYMIUM 3BNX/Nd 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 492.5 490.2 3.2 x D

3BNX/Nd-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 463.4 1.3 x
Nd
3BNX/Nd-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 471.9 2.0 x
5BN/Nd 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 492.5 489.7 2.0 x
5BN/Nd-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate

NICKEL 3QNY/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 232.0 305.1 4x D

3QNY/Ni-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 231.1 2x
Ni
3QNY/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 341.5 2x
3QNY/Ni-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz 234.6 4x
5QN/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25 232.0 346.2 8x
5QN/Ni-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz 351.5 12 x

NIOBIUM 3UAX/Nb 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 15 12 334.4 358.0 1.1 x D

3UAX/Nb-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 405.9 1.1 x
Nb
3UAX/Nb-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass 334.9 1.2 x
5UA/Nb 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 40 40 334.4 408.0 1.4 x
5UA/Nb-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass 335.8 1.5 x

OSMIUM 3UNX/Os 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 290.9 301.8 2.6 x C

3UNX/Os-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 305.9 2.0 x
Os
3UNX/Os-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 426.1 2.6 x
3UNX/Os-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Os 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 290.9
5UN/Os-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

PALLADIUM 3UNX/Pd 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 247.6 340.5 3x D

3UNX/Pd-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 276.3 3x
Pd
3UNX/Pd-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
3UNX/Pd-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Pd 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 25 20 247.6
5UN/Pd-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

PHOSPHORUS 3QNY/P 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 213.6 – C

3QNY/P-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
P 3QNY/P-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/P 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 25 20 213.6 –
5QN/P-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
PLATINUM LEADOUT
3UNX/Pt 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 265.9 299.8 6.0 x C PLATINUM
3UNX/Pt-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 293.0 3.5 x
Pt
3UNX/Pt-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 306.5 2.0 x
3UNX/Pt-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 262.8 2.5 x
5UN/Pt 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 25 20 265.9 283.0 3.5 x
5UN/Pt-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 273.4 4.0 x
POTASSIUM
3BNX/K 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 8 6 766.5 404.4 200 x C POTASSIUM
3BNX/K-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 769.9 2x
K
3BNX/K-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 407.7 200 x
3BNX/K-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Borosilicate
5BN/K 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 12 10 766.5
5BN/K-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate
PRASEODYMIUM
3BNX/Pr 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 495.1 492.5 2.3 x C PRASEODYMIUM
3BNX/Pr-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 513.3 1.5 x
Pr
3BNX/Pr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 473.7 2.3 x
5BN/Pr 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 495.1 502.7 2.5 x
5BN/Pr-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate 504.6 4.0 x
RHENIUM
3UAX/Re 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 15 12 346.1 345.2 2.4 x C RHENIUM
3UAX/Re-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 346.5 1.5 x
Re
3UAX/Re-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass
3UAX/Re-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar UV Glass
5UA/Re 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 30 25 346.1
5UA/Re-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass
RHODIUM
3UAX/Rh 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 15 12 343.5 365.8 5.0 x D RHODIUM
3UAX/Rh-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 369.2 1.7 x
Rh
3UAX/Rh-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass 339.7 2.5 x
3UAX/Rh-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar UV Glass 370.1 8.0 x
5UA/Rh 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 30 25 343.5 350.7 4.0 x
5UA/Rh-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass 328.1 10 x
RUBIDIUM
3BNX/Rb 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 10 8 780.0 794.8 2.5 x C RUBIDIUM
3BNX/Rb-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 420.2 100 x
Rb
3BNX/Rb-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 421.6 250 x
5BN/Rb 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 10 8 780.0
5BN/Rb-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate
RUTHENIUM
3UNX/Ru 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 349.9 392.6 10 x D RUTHENIUM
3UNX/Ru-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 379.9 2x
Ru
3UNX/Ru-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
5UN/Ru 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 349.9
5UN/Ru-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass
SAMARIUM
3UNX/Sm 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 429.7 476.0 1.4 x D SAMARIUM
3UNX/Sm-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 472.8 2.0 x
Sm
3UNX/Sm-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 520.1 1.6 x
5UN/Sm 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 429.7 478.3 2.1 x
5UN/Sm-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 511.7 2.4 x
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
LEADOUT
SCANDIUM 3UNX/Sc 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 391.2 408.2 6x C
3UNX/Sc-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 390.8 1.2 x
Sc
3UNX/Sc-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 402.4 1.4 x
5UN/Sc 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 391.2 402.0 1.8 x
5UN/Sc-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 327.0 4.0 x

SELENIUM 3QNY/Se 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 15 196.0 204.0 3x C

3QNY/Se-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 206.3 12 x
Se 3QNY/Se-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 207.5 50 x
3QNY/Se-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Se 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 15 196.0
5QN/Se-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

SILICON 3QNY/Si 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 251.6 250.7 2.6 x D

3QNY/Si-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 251.4 3.4 x
Si
3QNY/Si-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 252.9 3.4 x
3QNY/Si-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz 252.4 3.8 x
5QN/Si 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 40 35 251.6 221.7 4.5 x
5QN/Si-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz 221.1 10 x

SILVER 3UAX/Ag 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 4 3 328.1 338.3 2.0 x D

3UAX/Ag-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass
Ag
3UAX/Ag-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass
3UAX/Ag-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar UV Glass
5UA/Ag 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 10 5 328.1
5UA/Ag-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass

SODIUM 3UNX/Na 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 8 6 589.0 330.3 300 x C

3UNX/Na-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 589.6 2.0 x
Na
3UNX/Na-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
3UNX/Na-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Na 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 589.0
5UN/Na-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

STRONTIUM 3BAX/Sr 37mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 12 12 460.7 – C

3BAX/Sr-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar Borosilicate
Sr
3BAX/Sr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar Borosilicate
3BAX/Sr-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ar Borosilicate
5BA/Sr 50mm Standard Ar Borosilicate 20 15 460.7 –
5BA/Sr-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar Borosilicate

TANTALUM 3UNX/Ta 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 271.5 277.6 2x C

3UNX/Ta-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 260.9 2x
Ta 3UNX/Ta-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 255.9 2.5 x
5UN/Ta 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 40 30 271.5 293.4 2.8 x
5UN/Ta-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 269.8 3.0 x
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
TELLURIUM LEADOUT
3QNY/Te 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 15 214.3 225.9 8.0 x B TELLURIUM
3QNY/Te-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 238.5 50 x
Te
3QNY/Te-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Te-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Te 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 30 214.3
5QN/Te-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
TERBIUM
3BNX/Tb 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 432.7 431.9 1.2 x C TERBIUM
3BNX/Tb-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 410.6 3.0 x
Tb
3BNX/Tb-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 390.1 1.5 x
5BN/Tb 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 432.7 406.2 1.8 x
5BN/Tb-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate 433.9 1.8 x
THALLIUM
3UNX/Tl 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 276.8 377.6 2.5 x C THALLIUM
3UNX/Tl-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 238.0 6.5 x
Tl
3UNX/Tl-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 258.0 25 x
3UNX/Tl-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass
5UN/Tl 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 10 8 276.8
5UN/Tl-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass
THORIUM
3UNX/Th 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 15 371.9 C THORIUM
5UN/Th 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 25 25
Th
THULIUM
3UNX/Tm 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 371.8 375.2 5.0 x C THULIUM
3UNX/Tm-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 410.6 1.5 x
Tm
3UNX/Tm-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 374.4 1.8 x
5UN/Tm 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 409.4 1.8 x
5UN/Tm-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 418.8 3.0 x
TIN
3QNY/Sn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 224.6 300.9 7x C TIN
3QNY/Sn-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz 286.3 1.5 x
Sn
3QNY/Sn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz 235.5 2x
3QNY/Sn-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz 270.7 2.5 x
5QN/Sn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 30 224.6 303.4 3.5 x
5QN/Sn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz 254.7 5.5 x
TITANIUM
3UNX/Ti 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 365.4 375.3 2.0 x C TITANIUM
3UNX/Ti-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 374.1 2.5 x
3UNX/Ti-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 399.0 2.5 x
Ti
3UNX/Ti-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 364.3 1.1 x
5UN/Ti 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 365.4 320.0 1.2 x
5UN/Ti-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 363.6 1.3 x
TUNGSTEN
3UNX/W 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 255.1 400.9 2.5 x C TUNGSTEN
3UNX/W-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 268.1 1.8 x
3UNX/W-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 272.4 1.8 x
W
3UNX/W-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 294.4 1.8 x
5UN/W 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 40 30 255.1 294.7 1.9 x
5UN/W-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 283.1 2.5 x
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SINGLE ELEMENT LAMPS
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC W/LENGTH W/LENGTH SENSITIVITY PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT PRINCIPAL ALTERNATE REDUCTION ELMER
LEADOUT
URANIUM 3UAX/U 37mm Standard Ar UV Glass 15 15 358.5 351.5 2.5 x C
3UAX/U-V 37mm Varian Coded Ar UV Glass 358.5 0.7 x
U
3UAX/U-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ar UV Glass 394.4 2.5 x
5UA/U 50mm Standard Ar UV Glass 25 25 358.5 348.9 3.0 x
5UA/U-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ar UV Glass

VANADIUM 3UNX/V 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 318.5 306.6 3.0 x D

3UNX/V-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 306.1 2.8 x
V 3UNX/V-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 305.6 3.2 x
3UNX/V-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 437.9 4.5 x
5UN/V 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 40 30 318.5 320.2 6.4 x
5UN/V-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass 385.6 6.5 x

YTTERBIUM 3UNX/Yb 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 398.8 246.4 5.0 x D

3UNX/Yb-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 346.5 3.0 x
Yb
3UNX/Yb-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 267.2 5.0 x
5UN/Yb 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 30 25 398.8
5UN/Yb-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

YTTRIUM 3BNX/Y 37mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 15 12 410.2 362.1 2.2 x C

3BNX/Y-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Borosilicate 407.7 1.2 x
Y 3BNX/Y-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Borosilicate 412.8 1.2 x
5BN/Y 50mm Standard Ne Borosilicate 30 25 410.2 414.8 2.2 x
5BN/Y-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Borosilicate

ZINC 3QNY/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 213.9 307.6 4000 x D

3QNY/Zn-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
Zn 3QNY/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Zn-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne Quartz
5QN/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15 213.9
5QN/Zn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

ZIRCONIUM 3UNX/Zr 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 15 12 360.1 301.2 1.8 x D

3UNX/Zr-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass 303.1 1.5 x
Zr 3UNX/Zr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass 352.0 1.6 x
3UNX/Zr-SH 37mm Self Reversal Ne UV Glass 354.8 1.6 x
5UN/Zr 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 40 30 360.1 298.5 2.0 x
5UN/Zr-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

DEUTERIUM 3QDY/D2 37mm Standard D2 Quartz 25 Continuum

D2
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MULTI-ELEMENT LAMPS
TWO
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN ELEMENTS
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
ALUMINIUM LEADOUT ALUMINIUM
3QNY/Al/Ca 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Al + Ca
5QN/Al/Ca 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
3QNY/Al/Mg 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Al + Mg
3QNY/Al/Mg-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Al/Mg 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
3QNY/Al/Si 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Al + Si
3QNY/Al/Si-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Al/Si 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
3QNY/Al/Ti 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Al + Ti
3QNY/Al/Ti-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Al/Ti 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
BARIUM BARIUM
3QNY/Ba/Sr 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ba + Sr
3QNY/Ba/Sr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ba/Sr 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
CADMIUM CADMIUM
3QNY/Cd/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 8 6 C Cd + Zn
3QNY/Cd/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cd/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 8 6
CALCIUM CALCIUM
3QNY/Ca/Ba 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ca + Ba
3QNY/Ca/Ba-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Ba 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
3QNY/Ca/Mg 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 6 5 C Ca + Mg
3QNY/Ca/Mg-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Ca/Mg-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Mg 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
5QN/Ca/Mg-P 37mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Ca/Si 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ca + Si
3QNY/Ca/Si-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Si 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
3QNY/Ca/Sr 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ca + Sr
3QNY/Ca/Sr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Sr 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
3QNY/Ca/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Ca + Zn
3QNY/Ca/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
5QN/Ca/Zn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
CHROMIUM CHROMIUM
3QNY/Cr/Co 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co
5QN/Cr/Co 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Cu
3QNY/Cr/Cu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Fe
5QN/Cr/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Mn
3QNY/Cr/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Cr + Mo
3QNY/Cr/Mo-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Ni
3QNY/Cr/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
COBALT COBALT
3QNY/Co/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Co + Cu
3QNY/Co/Cu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Co/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Co + Fe
3QNY/Co/Fe-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Co/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Co + Mn
3QNY/Co/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
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TWO
ELEMENTS PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
COBALT LEADOUT
Co + Mo 3QNY/Co/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Mo-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Co + Ni 3QNY/Co/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
COPPER
Cu + Fe 3QNY/Cu/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Fe-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Mn 3QNY/Cu/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Mo 3QNY/Cu/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
JQN/Cu/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Ni 3QNY/Cu/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Zn 3QNY/Cu/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Zn-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Cu/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
GOLD
Au + Cu 3QNY/Au/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Au/Cu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Au/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
Au + Ni 3QNY/Au/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Au/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Au/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
Au + Pt 3QNY/Au/Pt 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Au/Pt-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Au/Pt 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
Au + Ag 3QNY/Au/Ag 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Au/Ag-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Au/Ag 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
5QN/Au/Ag-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
IRON
Fe + Mn 3QNY/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Fe/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Fe + Mo 3QNY/Fe/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Fe/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Fe + Ni 3QNY/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Fe/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Fe + Zn 3QNY/Fe/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Fe/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Fe/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
MAGNESIUM
Mg + Si 3QNY/Mg/Si 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C
3QNY/Mg/Si-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Mg/Si 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
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TWO
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN ELEMENTS
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
MANGANESE LEADOUT MANGANESE
3QNY/Mn/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mn + Mo
5QN/Mn/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mn + Ni
3QNY/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mn/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mn + Zn
3QNY/Mn/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Mn/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
PLATINUM PLATINUM
3QNY/Pt/Ag 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Pt + Ag
3QNY/Pt/Ag-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Pt/Ag 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
SILICON SILICON
3QNY/Si/Ti 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Si + Ti
3QNY/Si/Ti-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Si/Ti 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
SILVER SILVER
3QNY/Ag/Cr 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Ag + Cr
3QNY/Ag/Cr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ag/Cr 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
3QNY/Ag/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Ag + Cu
3QNY/Ag/Cu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ag/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 25 16
SODIUM SODIUM
3UNX/Na/K 37mm Standard Ne UV Glass 8 6 C Na + K
3UNX/Na/K-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne UV Glass
3UNX/Na/K-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne UV Glass
5UN/Na/K 50mm Standard Ne UV Glass 12 10
5UN/Na/K-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne UV Glass

THREE
ELEMENTS
ALUMINIUM ALUMINIUM
3QNY/Al/Ca/Mg 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Al + Ca Mg
5QN/Al/Ca/Mg 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
5QN/Al/Ca/Mg-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Al/Si/Ti 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Al + Si Ti
3QNY/Al/Si/Ti-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Al/Si/Ti 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
ANTIMONY ANTIMONY
3QNY/Sb/As/Bi 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Sb + As Bi
5QN/Sb/As/Bi 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
ARSENIC ARSENIC
3QNY/As/Se/Te 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 10 C As + Se Te
5QN/As/Se/Te 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 15
CALCIUM CALCIUM
3QNY/Ca/Ba/Sr 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ca + Ba Sr
3QNY/Ca/Ba/Sr-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Ba/Sr 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
3QNY/Ca/Mg/Si 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ca + Mg Si
3QNY/Ca/Mg/Si-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ca/Mg/Si 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
3QNY/Ca/Mg/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Ca + Mg Zn
5QN/Ca/Mg/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 20
5QN/Ca/Mg/Zn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
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THREE
ELEMENTS PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
CHROMIUM LEADOUT
Cr + Cu Co 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Co 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Cu/Co 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Co Fe 3QNY/Cr/Co/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Co Mn 3QNY/Cr/Co/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Co Ni 3QNY/Cr/Co/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Cu Fe 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Cu/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Cu Mn 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cr/Cu/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Cu/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Cu Ni 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cr/Cu/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Cu/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Fe Mn 3QNY/Cr/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Fe Ni 3QNY/Cr/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Mn Ni 3QNY/Cr/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cr/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
COBALT
Co + Cu Fe 3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Cu/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Co + Cu Mn 3QNY/Co/Cu/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Co/Cu/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Co + Mn Ni 3QNY/Co/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
COPPER
Cu + Fe Mn 3QNY/Cu/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Fe/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Fe Ni 3QNY/Cu/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Fe/Ni-U 50mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Fe Zn 3QNY/Cu/Fe/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Fe/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Fe/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
Cu + Mn Ni 3QNY/Cu/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Mn Zn 3QNY/Cu/Mn/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Mn/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Mn/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
GOLD
Au + Cu Ni 3QNY/Au/Cu/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Au/Cu/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Au/Cu/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
Au + Pt Ag 3QNY/Au/Pt/Ag 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Au/Pt/Ag-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Au/Pt/Ag 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12
IRON
Fe + Mn Ni 3QNY/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Fe/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
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THREE
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN ELEMENTS
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
IRON LEADOUT IRON
3QNY/Fe/Mn/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Fe + Mn Zn
3QNY/Fe/Mn/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Fe/Mn/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
MOLYBDENUM MOLYBDENUM
3QNY/Mo/Cr/Co 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Cr Co
5QN/Mo/Cr/Co 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Cr/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Cr Cu
5QN/Mo/Cr/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Cr/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Cr Fe
5QN/Mo/Cr/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Cr/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Cr Mn
5QN/Mo/Cr/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Co/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Co Cu
5QN/Mo/Co/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Co/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Co Mn
5QN/Mo/Co/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Co/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Co Fe
5QN/Mo/Co/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Cu/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Cu Fe
5QN/Mo/Cu/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Cu/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Cu Mn
5QN/Mo/Cu/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Mo/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Mo + Fe Mn
5QN/Mo/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
SILVER SILVER
3QNY/Ag/Cr/Cu 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Ag + Cr Cu
3QNY/Ag/Cr/Cu-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Ag/Cr/Cu 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 25 20
3QNY/Ag/Cu/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Ag + Cu Ni
5QN/Ag/Cu/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 25 20

FOUR
ELEMENTS
ALUMINIUM ALUMINIUM
3QNY/Al/Ca/Fe/Mg 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Al + Ca Fe Mg
5QN/Al/Ca/Fe/Mg 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
3QNY/Al/Ca/Li/Mg 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Al + Ca Li Mg
5QN/Al/Ca/Li/Mg 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
BARIUM BARIUM
3QNY/Ba/Ca/Mg/Sr 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 12 C Ba + Ca Mg Sr
5QN/Ba/Ca/Mg/Sr 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
CHROMIUM CHROMIUM
3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Cu Fe
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Cu Mn
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Cu Ni
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Co/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Fe Mn
5QN/Cr/Co/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Co/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Fe Ni
5QN/Cr/Co/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Co/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Mn Ni
5QN/Cr/Co/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Cu/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Cu Fe Mn
5QN/Cr/Cu/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
3QNY/Cr/Cu/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Cu Fe Ni
5QN/Cr/Cu/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
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FOUR
ELEMENTS PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
CHROMIUM LEADOUT
Cr + Cu Mn Ni 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cr/Cu/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cr/Cu/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Cu Ni Ag 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Ni/Ag 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Cu/Ni/Ag 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
5QN/Cr/Cu/Ni/Ag-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
Cr + Fe Mn Ni 3QNY/Cr/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
COBALT
Co + Cu Fe Mn 3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Co + Cu Fe Ni 3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Co/Cu/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Co + Cu Mn Ni 3QNY/Co/Cu/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Cu/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Cu/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Co + Fe Mn Ni 3QNY/Co/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Co/Fe/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Co/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
COPPER
Cu + Fe Mn Ni 3QNY/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cu + Fe Mn Zn 3QNY/Cu/Fe/Mn/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
3QNY/Cu/Fe/Mn/Zn-U 37mm Unicam Coded Ne Quartz
5QN/Cu/Fe/Mn/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 15
5QN/Cu/Fe/Mn/Zn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
Cu + Fe Ni Ag 3QNY/Cu/Fe/Ni/Ag 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cu/Fe/Ni/Ag 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
MOLYBDENUM
Mo + Co Cu Fe 3QNY/Mo/Co/Cu/Fe 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Mo/Co/Cu/Fe 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Mo + Co Cu Mn 3QNY/Mo/Co/Cu/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Mo/Co/Cu/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Mo + Co Fe Mn 3QNY/Mo/Co/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Mo/Co/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Mo + Cu Fe Mn 3QNY/Mo/Cu/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Mo/Cu/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25

FIVE
ELEMENTS
CHROMIUM
Cr + Co Cu Fe Mn 3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Co Cu Fe Ni 3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Co Cu Mn Ni 3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Mn/Ni-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
Cr + Co Fe Mn Ni 3QNY/Cr/Co/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Co/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Cu Fe Mn Ni 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
Cr + Cu Fe Ni Ag 3QNY/Cr/Cu/Fe/Ni/Ag 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C
5QN/Cr/Cu/Fe/Ni/Ag 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 20 16
5QN/Cr/Cu/Fe/Ni/Ag-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
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FIVE
PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN ELEMENTS
CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
COBALT LEADOUT COBALT
3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Co + Cu Fe Mn Mo
5QN/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
5QN/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Mo-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz
3QNY/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Co + Cu Fe Mn Ni
5QN/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25

SIX
ELEMENTS
CHROMIUM CHROMIUM
3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Mo 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Cu Fe Mn
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Mo 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25 Mo
3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 10 8 C Cr + Co Cu Fe Mn
3QNY/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni-V 37mm Varian Coded Ne Quartz Ni
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25
5QN/Cr/Co/Cu/Fe/Mn/Ni-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

SEVEN
ELEMENTS
ALUMINIUM ALUMINIUM
3QNY/Al/Ca/Cu/Fe/Mg/Si/Zn 37mm Standard Ne Quartz 15 15 C Al + Ca Cu Fe Mg
5QN/Al/Ca/Cu/Fe/Mg/Si/Zn 50mm Standard Ne Quartz 30 25 Zn Si
5QN/Al/Ca/Cu/Fe/Mg/Si/Zn-P 50mm Perkin Elmer Coded Ne Quartz

From time to time Cathodeon will introduce new Multi-Element combinations.

This space is provided to make additions when notified.

PART NO. TYPE GAS WINDOW MAX REC PERKIN

CURRENT CURRENT ELMER
LEADOUT
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YOUR INSTRUMENT Antimony, Bismuth and Selenium would be too noisy for analysis

GETTING The condition of your instrument optics and its electronics

have a significant affect on the reproducibility and especially
at the detection limit at anything other than maximum current.

THE BEST
STABILISATION
the ultimate sensitivity possible when using a Cathodeon
After striking the lamp or following a change in operating
hollow cathode lamp. Regular cleaning, maintenance and
current most lamps will require a warm-up period before

FROM YOUR replacement of the optical path is essential to high sensitivity

analysis especially in the deep ultra violet where solarisation
full stability is obtained. Depending upon the element, the
warm-up time can be between 5 and 30 minutes. If lamps

HOLLOW
can considerably reduce throughput with time. Equally the
have not been used for a considerable time or have been
photomultiplier may not be linearly sensitive over the complete
stored before initial use they may require somewhat longer
spectral range, it being quite common for instruments to be
than usual to stabilise. This period will normally be around

CATHODE specially fitted with photomultipliers that are more sensitive

over specific wavelength ranges. As hollow cathode lamps
2 hours but an overnight run may prove to be the most efficient
way of restoring full stability. Softer elements with lower melting

LAMPS
produce such a wavelength specific output, regular calibration
points such as lead especially benefit from this practise.
of the monochromator is essential for correct setting of
For optimum performance, on receipt of a new lamp it is
wavelength and it is not unusual for the lamp to peak on a
also good practise to run it in the instrument to acclimatise
reading that is different from the book figure due to wear in the
the lamp to the particular power supply.
mechanical drive that moves the grating wavelength selector.
Fig 11 Typical warm up curves
OPERATING CURRENT
Each hollow cathode lamp has a maximum current which
should not be exceeded. Exceeding the limit will considerably Pb

reduce the usable life of the lamp and may damage the
Se
cathode by sputtering off excess material or even melting
some of the more volatile alloys and elements. The current
Energy
shown on a 37mm hollow cathode lamp is the maximum
current at which the lamp should be run in an instrument
using a modulated power supply typical of most manufacturers.
The current shown on a 50mm lamp is the maximum current
at which the lamp should be used in an instrument with
a continuous power supply typical of most Perkin Elmer
instruments. It is possible, with the correct adapters, to run a
37mm lamp in a Perkin Elmer instrument with a continuous
power supply in which instance the current recommended Time
for 50mm lamps should be used. A few Perkin Elmer models
ALIGNMENT
have a modulated power supply. Reference to the instrument
A hollow cathode lamp produces a very narrow beam of
user manual will indicate the type of power supply in the
light; if not aligned correctly the output from the lamp will
instrument, if a modulated supply is present then the lamp
not fill the entrance slit and there will be an apparent loss in
should be run at the current recommended for a 37mm
signal and the noise levels will increase. Low throughput
lamp. In general lamps should be run at 75% of their maximum
and high noise may indicate that the lamp is misaligned in
current to achieve best precision and 65 - 75% to achieve
one of the ways shown below. The lamp should then be
their maximum sensitivity. However the performance of some
re-aligned until maximum signal output has been obtained.
elements is not materially affected by operation anywhere
between 65 and 100%. Lamps should not be operated OUTPUT
below 50% maximum current as, in all but a few cases, Low output is often cited when lamps are returned or discarded
stability and noise levels deteriorate significantly. Indeed despite otherwise working well for chemical analysis. It is
elements with naturally low outputs such as Arsenic, Tin, in fact common for an old lamp to have a slightly higher
fundamental output than the new lamp. This increase in
Fig 10 Types of misalignment
output comes about from a combination of two mechanisms,
one of which is a decrease in the internal pressure of the
lamp caused by the gradual usage of the fill gas. In addition
APPLICATIONS Good alignment material movement within the lamp may increase the output
by closing the hole in the hollow cathode and concentrating
After striking the lamp the beam. The same material movement may also cause a
counteracting effect through a diminution of the transmittance
or following a change in of the window.
Lamp at angle
operating current most CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY
Sensitivity is defined as the concentration of the element
lamps will require a
in ug/ml in aqueous solution which gives an absorbance of
warm-up period before 0.0044 (1% absorption). It is useful for calculating the calibration
range of the instrument, which is usually in the range of
full stability is obtained. Lamp off axis 20 - 200 times the sensitivity value. It should be noted that
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the chemical sensitivity is dependant on the instrument Fig 12 Current vs Output vs Chemical Sensitivity vs Noise
and the set up such as burner height, flame chemistry and
nebuliser positioning. For this reason reference should be
GETTING
made to the instrument manual for the recommended
conditions and expected resultant sensitivity. THE BEST
DETECTION LIMIT
The detection limit is defined as the concentration of the
Output
FROM YOUR
element in ug/ml which gives a signal equal to three times
the standard deviation of a series of at least 10 determinations
at or near the blank level (95% confidence). In practical terms
HOLLOW
concentrations of less than 10 times the detection limit cannot
be measured with any accuracy. The determination of this CATHODE
limit is particularly sensitive to noise levels so optimisation of
output is key in ensuring as low a detection limit as possible.
CURRENT VS OUTPUT VS CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY
Chemical
LAMPS
For optimum use of the lamp for its end purpose, chemical Sensitivity
analysis, Cathodeon aims to provide the best ratio of
output : chemical sensitivity : life : noise and stability.
The general relationship between these factors demonstrates
that lower current gives increased chemical sensitivity but Noise
also increased noise levels and decreased output. Higher
current will conversely reduce the noise, increase the
output but will also reduce the chemical sensitivity.
Each element and its matrix presents a unique problem,
requiring the analyst to determine the optimal conditions
for each particular analysis. The result will inevitably be a 50% 75% 100%
compromise in which some output has to be sacrificed in favour Current
of other factors considered more important to the analysis.

HELPFUL HINTS ON THE USE OF HOLLOW CATHODE LAMPS

Safety
Hollow cathode lamps used in normal atomic absorption
applications and to instrument manufacturers’ specification
USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS:
provide very little risk, however the lamps are under reduced
pressure, can emit UV light and may contain toxic metals.
For this reason Cathodeon has produced a safety label for
Safety Office:
each lamp in four languages. These labels are attached to
the lamp and contain each hazard associated with that particular
lamp. Each user should carry out specific risk assessment
before use in accordance with their national safety laws.
Cleanliness
Care should be taken not to touch the output window, as finger
marks can affect the output. If the window is contaminated it
can be cleaned by careful use of a clean lens tissue moistened
Disposal Agent:
with acetone or alcohol.
Disposal
In the event of breakage of the lamp the hazard label indicates APPLICATIONS
all the prime element contained in the cathode of the lamp;
all parts of the lamp should be treated as the prime element Cathodeon aims to
for disposal purposes. The disposal must comply with local
and national laws relating to the particular element. Local Authority: provide the best ratio of
Cathodeon in its manufacturing takes great care to minimise
the impact on the environment from both materials and
output
processing and to achieve this have instigated systems to chemical sensitivity
for minimum waste production and disposal of waste in a
responsible and legal manner. Any customer finding difficulty to life
in disposing used lamps locally can return them to us, carriage
paid, and we will dispose through our system. to noise and stability.
24
Hollow Cathode Lamps Cathodeon

TYPE C610 Indicators

HOLLOW The Cathodeon hollow cathode lamp power supply C610

is current stabilized and specifically designed to operate
Mains on — Green
Lamp on (i.e. 2mA) — Amber

CATHODE all Cathodeon hollow cathode lamps.

Special Features
High Range selected — Amber
External modulation on — Amber
Fault—showing short circuit condition in either the

LAMP The supply is fully automatic in operation and provides

warning of malfunction of the lamp. The supply has low
noise and drift characteristics and has been designed to
hollow cathode lamp or connecting leads — Red
Connections

SUPPLY allow accurate setting of the lamp current. For this reason,
the current adjustment is in two ranges to allow high precision
setting at low current levels where it is most important for
The output to the hollow cathode lamp is via a Neutrix
connector (‘AXR’/‘XLR’ series) fitted to the rear panel of
the supply.
consistent performance of the hollow cathode lamp. Mains Input
Provision is made for the external modulation of lamp current.
110, 130, 220, 240V rms 50/60Hz.
Selected on rear panel.
SPECIFICATIONS Fuse 1A slow blow for 240V.
Output Current (1A for 110V.)
Adjustable in two ranges. Dimensions
2—10mA calibrated in 0.2mA divs. 260mm x 250mm x 140mm.
10—50mA calibrated in 1mA divs. Weight 4.13kg.

The supply automatically selects the low current range on OPERATION

switch on. The high range is then selected by a push switch The hollow cathode lamp should be connected and the
on the front panel and a warning light denotes use of the power switched on. If the fault lamp is illuminated there is
high current range. The supply automatically reverts to the a short circuit in the hollow cathode lamp or its connections
low range if the current is reduced below 10mA whilst the and these should be checked. Select the required lamp current.
selector is in the high range position. The supply will automatically start in the low (2—1OmA)
range. If currents in excess of 1OmA are required, turn the
Current Stability
control beyond the 2—1OmA scale mark and press the high
Better than 0.05% after initial 15mins warm up. range button on the front panel. This will select the high range
Output Voltage and illuminate the high range warning lamp. If the current is
Nominal 530V strike voltage is available. reduced to below 10mA, the supply will automatically reset
the low range. If modulation of the lamp current is required,
Current Modulation
a 5V TTL drive pulse may be applied to the BNC socket on
BNC input socket provided for an external 5V TTL drive the rear panel. A switch is fitted to the front panel to turn
pulse to reduce the current to a nominal 10% of the set modulation on or off as required. A positive 5V signal reduces
current, with a minimum of 2mA to preserve lamp stability. lamp current to a nominal 10% of set operating current. The
Maximum modulation frequency 500Hz. Higher frequencies scale markings indicate the peak current when the lamp is
are possible if waveform degradation can be tolerated. being modulated.

APPLICATIONS
The supply has low noise

and drift characteristics

and has been designed to

allow accurate setting of

the lamp current.

 Group
Ia IIa IIIb IVb Vb VIb VIIb VIII Ib IIb IIIa IVa Va VIa VIIa 0
Period
1.008 4.002

Hydrogen Helium
1
H He
6.940 9.012 24.305 Atomic Weight 10.810 12.011 14.007 15.100 18.998 20.179
Lithium Beryllium Element Magnesium Boron Carbon Nitrogen Oxygen Fluorine Neon

Li Be Elemen Symbolt Mg B C N O F Ne
2 670.8 234.9 285.2 Recommended Wavelength nm 249.8
323.3 - Alternative Wavelength nm 202.6 -
10 (10) 15 (15) Maximum current 4(6) Maximum DC current mA for 15 (25)
22.990 24.305 mA for 11/2" lamps 2"Perkin Elmer lamps* 26.982 28.086 30.974 32.060 35.453 39.948
Sodium Magnesium Aluminium Silicon Phosphorus Sulphur Chlorine Argon

Na Mg * In the case of Perkin Elmer instruments, if the AAS displays modulated Al Si P S Cl Ar

3 589.0 285.2 current rather than Continuous current then the lamp should be operated at 309.3 251.6 213.6
330.3 202.6 approximately half the quoted maximum lamp current. 394.4 350.7 -
8(8) 4(6) 10 (20) 15 (25) 10 (10)
39.098 40.080 44.956 47.900 50.942 51.996 54.938 55.847 58.933 58.710 63.546 65.380 69.735 72.590 74.992 78.960 79.904 83.800
Potassium Calcium Scandium Titanium Vanadium Chromium Manganese ro
In Cobalt Nickel Copper Zinc Gallium Germanium Arsenic Selenium Bromine Krypton

4 K Ca Sc Ti V Cr Mn Fe Co Ni Cu Zn Ga Ge As Se Br Kr
766.5 422.7 391.2 364.3 318.4 357.9 279.5 248.3 240.7 232.0 324.8 213.9 287.4 265.2 193.7 196.0
404.4 - 408.2 399.0 385.5 429.0 403.1 372.0 304.4 305.1 327.4 307.6 403.3 269.1 197.2 204.0
8(8) 6(6) 15 (25) 15 (30) 15 (30) 12 (12) 12 (20) 15 (30) 15 (30) 15 (30) 5 (10) 10 (10) 15 (15) 15 (20) 12 (15) 15 (15)
85.468 87.620 88.906 91.220 92.906 95.940 98.906 101.070 102.906 106.400 107.868 112.410 114.820 118.690 121.750 127.600 126.905 131.300
Rubidium Strontium Yttrium Zirconium Niobium Molybdenum Technetium Ruthenium Rhodium Palladium Silver Cadmium Indium Tin Antimony Tellurium Iodine Xenon

5 Rb Sr Y Zr Nb Mo Tc Ru Rh Pd Ag Cd In Sn Sb Te I Xe
780.0 460.7 410.2 360.1 334.4 313.3 349.9 343.5 244.8/247.6 328.1 228.8 303.9 224.6/233.4 206.8/217.6 214.3
794.8 - 362.1 351.9 358.0 390.3 392.5 365.8 340.5 338.3 326.1 451.1 300.9 231.1 225.9
10 (10) 12 (12) 15 (25) 15 (30) 15 (30) 15 (30) 15 (20) 15 (15) 15 (20) 4(5) 8(8) 5 (10) 12 (12) 12 (25) 6 (15)
132.905 137.330 138.906 178.490 180.948 183.850 186.207 190.200 192.220 195.090 196.997 200.590 204.370 207.200 208.980 209 210 222
Caesium Barium Lanthanum Hafnium Tantalum Tungsten Rhenium Osmium Iridium Platinum Gold Mercury Thallium Lead Bismuth Polonium Astatine Radon

6 Cs Ba La Hf Ta W Re Os Ir Pt Au Hg Tl Pb Bi Po At Rn
852.1 553.6 550.1 307.3 271.5 255.1 346.0 290.9 208.9 265.9 242.8 253.6 276.8 217.0/283.3 223.1
455.5 350.1 418.7 298.8 277.6 400.9 345.2 301.8 264.0 299.8 267.6 377.6 283.3 306.8
10 (10) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (30) 15 (30) 15 (25) 10 (10) 15 (20) 15 (20) 10 (10) 6(6) 10 (10) 10 (15) 12 (12)

223 226.025 227 260

Francium Radium Actinium Rutherfordium Hahnium
7 Hollow Cathode lamps of these elements areavailablefrom Cathodeon
Fr Ra Ac Rf Ha

140.120 140.908 144.240 145 150.400 151.960 157.250 158.925 162.500 164.930 167.260 168.934 173.040 174.967
Cerium Praseodymium Neodymium Promethium Samarium Europium Gadolinium Terbium Dysprosium Holmium Erbium Thulium Ytterbium Lutetium

LANTHANIDES Ce Pr Nd Pm Sm Eu Gd Tb Dy Ho Er Tm Yb Lu
520.0 495.1 492.5 429.5 459.4 368.4 432.7 421.2 410.4 400.8 371.8 398.8 336.0
569.7 492.5 490.2 476.0 333.4 419.1 431.9 416.8 417.3 408.8 375.2 264.4 337.7
15 (20) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 12 (20) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 15 (25) 8 (20)

232.038 231.036 238.029 237.048 244 243 247 247 251 254 257 258 259 260
Thorium Protactinium Uranium Neptunium Plutonium Americium Curium Berkelium Californium Einsteinium Fermium Mendelevium Nobelium Lawrencium

ACTINIDES Th Pa U Np Pu Am Cm Bk Cf Es Fm Md No Lr
371.9 358.5
- 351.5
15 (25) 15 (25)
 The Company
Cathodeon Ltd is based in the university city of Cambridge, England, and is the world’s leading Specialist in
Spectral Source Technology. Its experience in the design and manufacture of vacuum/gas filled electronic components
spans over 60 years of changing technology since the company was founded in the mid 1930’s. A programme of
active fundamental research to improve noise, intensity and lifetime performance, with continuing light source,
electronic and mechanical engineering support, enable Cathodeon lamps to meet the most stringent requirements
of modern instrumentation and are increasingly the first choice of major instrument manufacturers throughout the world.

The Products
Cathodeon is continuously improving and extending its range of specialist light sources used by the scientific and
professional community. Detailed literature, application notes and technical data are available describing all products
in the current Cathodeon range of:
• Deuterium Lamps • Hollow Cathode Lamps
• Xenon Lamps • Mercury Lamps
• Vacuum Ultra Violet Lamps • Pulsed Deuterium Lamps
• Calibration Lamps • See Through Hollow Cathode Lamps
• Filament supports for Mass Spectrometry • Photoionisation Lamps
• Tungsten Halogen Lamps • Line Sources

Quality
Cathodeon is committed to customer satisfaction at all levels. The application of Total Quality Manufacturing (TQM)
control and rigorous instrument testing, combined with prealignment of lamps, custom packaging and our proven
Just-in-time (JIT) delivery procedures, help sustain long term business relationships on all continents.

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9002
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World-Wide Distribution
Cathodeon products are available to discerning scientists through an authorised network of over 80 dealers covering
more than 50 countries around the world. In addition to major distributors many other dealers also carry extensive
stocks to ensure rapid delivery to the end user. However, if any difficulties are experienced in the supply of
Cathodeon products, or for any OEM enquiries, please contact us at our office in Cambridge.

For OEM and in the UK

Cathodeon Ltd
Nuffield Road, Cambridge CB4 1TW
Telephone: (01223) 424100 • Fax: (01223) 426338
International Telephone: +44 1223 424100 • Fax: +44 1223 426338
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