Analysis of Volatile Solvents on CP-Sil 5 CB using the Agilent 490 Micro GC
This document describes the analysis of volatile solvents, specifically Ethyl acetate, n-Hexane, Cyclohexane, iso-Octane, Aniline, and Toluene, within an Air matrix. The analysis is performed using the Agilent 490 Micro GC equipped with a CP-Sil 5 CB column channel, achieving results in less than 2 minutes.
The Agilent 490 Micro GC is highlighted as an ultra-compact, portable instrument capable of delivering lab-quality separations. It features a portable field case option with built-in gas cylinders and a rechargeable battery, allowing for up to eight hours of productive measuring time in locations without carrier gas or power availability.
| Instrument | Agilent 490 Micro GC {G3581A} with portable field case |
|---|---|
| Column | 4m CP-Sil 5 CB |
| Injector | Unheated |
| Carrier gas | Helium, 100 kPa |
| Injection time | 200 msec |
| Analysis time | less than 2 minutes |
| Battery life | up to eight hours |
The note analyzes Ethyl acetate, n-Hexane, Cyclohexane, iso-Octane, Aniline, and Toluene.
The analysis is performed in an Air matrix.
The volatile solvents are analyzed in less than 2 minutes.