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1Overview
Peripheral Equipment
The optional peripheral equipment extends the application range of the
Agilent 7500. The following sections describe the available peripherals.
Autosampler (I-AS)
You can use the random access autosampler to analyze a sequence of samples
without operator intervention. A two- channel peristaltic pump provides a
flowing rinse and segmented racks allow for rack replacement during
operation.
This peripheral is controlled and programmed using the MassHunter
Workstation (or ChemStation) software. The Agilent 7500 ICP- MS
MassHunter Workstation Operator’s Manual (or ChemStation Operator’s
Manual) contains instructions on how to utilize the autosampler intelligent
processing.
ASX-500 Series Autosampler
The ASX- 500 series Autosampler can automate the introduction of up to 360
samples. Random sampling order is controlled by the microprocessor built in to
the ASX- 500 series.
The ASX- 500 series Autosampler is controlled by MassHunter Workstation (or
ChemStation) through the RS232C serial port. For details, please refer to the
Agilent 7500 Series ICP- MS MassHunter Workstation Operator's Manual (or
ChemStation Operator's Manual).
EXR-8 Autosampler
The EXR- 8 Autosampler can automatically and continuously analyze up to
720 samples using the same sample racks as the ASX- 500 Series Autosampler.
The built- in microprocessor selects samples sequentially or randomly and
introduces them into the Agilent 7500.
The EXR- 8 Autosampler is controlled by MassHunter Workstation (or
ChemStation) through the RS232C interface. Regarding the settings, refer to
the Agilent 7500 Series ICP- MS MassHunter Workstation Operator's Manual
(or ChemStation Operator's Manual).
Integrated Sample Introduction System (ISIS)
The Integrated Sample Introduction System (ISIS) is a very flexible sample
introduction system for the Agilent 7500 ICP- MS. The ISIS design is optimized
for the Agilent ICP- MS and is dedicated to expand its analytical ability.