PerkinElmer Clarus 500 Gas Chromatograph (Refurbished)

Overview

The PerkinElmer Clarus 500 Gas Chromatograph is a robust, microprocessor-controlled benchtop GC system engineered for precision, repeatability, and operational flexibility in regulated and research laboratory environments. Based on proven constant-flow pneumatic control architecture and dual-channel analog-to-digital signal acquisition, the Clarus 500 delivers high-resolution separation of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds across diverse sample matrices. Its modular design supports multiple inlet configurations—including programmable temperature vaporizing (PTV), cold-on-column, split/splitless capillary, and packed column inlets—enabling method transfer compatibility with legacy GC methods and adaptation to evolving analytical needs. The system’s integrated thermal management ensures stable oven temperature control (±0.01 °C) and rapid cool-down rates (<3.5 min from 300 °C to 50 °C), directly contributing to increased daily sample throughput without compromising retention time stability.

Key Features

• Full-color, 7-inch capacitive touchscreen interface with intuitive icon-driven navigation—no prior GC training required for routine operation
• Dual-channel real-time chromatogram display with overlay capability for comparative analysis and method validation
• Modular detector compatibility: Flame Ionization Detector (FID), Electron Capture Detector (ECD), Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD), Nitrogen-Phosphorus Detector (NPD), Flame Photometric Detector (FPD), and Photoionization Detector (PID)
• Integrated TurboMatrix™ headspace sampling technology enabling automated, quantitative analysis of volatiles in aqueous, biological, and polymer matrices per EPA Method 502.2 and USP
• TurboMatrix thermal desorption module supporting trace-level VOC analysis in air, packaging materials, and consumer products per ISO 16000-6 and ASTM D7339
• Optional liquid autosampler (ASX-520 or ASX-560) with vial agitation, syringe wash, and multi-segment injection programming
• Onboard method storage (up to 100 methods) with password-protected user access levels and audit trail logging

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Clarus 500 accommodates a broad range of sample types including water, soil extracts, blood serum, pharmaceutical excipients, polymer leachables, and ambient/indoor air samples collected on sorbent tubes. Its hardware and software architecture are fully compatible with regulatory workflows requiring data integrity and traceability. When operated with validated TotalChrom™ CDS (v6.4 or later) or Chromeleon™ CDS (v7.3+), the system supports 21 CFR Part 11-compliant electronic signatures, audit trails with immutable timestamps, and role-based permissions. Instrument qualification documentation—including IQ/OQ protocols aligned with ASTM E2500 and ISO/IEC 17025—is available upon request. All refurbished units undergo full functional verification per PerkinElmer OEM service specifications, including leak testing, detector sensitivity verification (e.g., FID: ≤1.5 pg C/sec for n-decane; ECD: ≤0.005 pg/mL lindane), and temperature calibration across the full oven range (35–350 °C).

Software & Data Management

Data acquisition and processing are managed via PerkinElmer TotalChrom™ or Thermo Fisher Chromeleon™ chromatography data systems—both configured with instrument control drivers certified for Clarus 500 firmware v2.5+. Raw data files (.ch, .cdf) are stored in vendor-neutral formats compliant with ASTM E1947 and EU Annex 11 requirements. The software supports automatic peak integration using iterative baseline correction algorithms, customizable reporting templates (PDF/Excel export), and batch processing with inter-sample normalization. Audit trail records capture all method edits, sequence changes, and result modifications—including operator ID, timestamp, and pre/post-value states. Optional networked deployment enables centralized instrument monitoring and remote diagnostics through PerkinElmer’s ServiceLink™ platform.

Applications

• Environmental testing: Quantification of BTEX, chlorinated solvents, and pesticides in groundwater per EPA Methods 8260D and 8081B
• Pharmaceutical quality control: Residual solvent analysis in APIs and finished dosage forms per ICH Q3C and USP
• Clinical toxicology: Ethanol and volatile compound profiling in whole blood using headspace-GC/FID
• Food & flavor analysis: Off-flavor compound identification and quantitation (e.g., geosmin, 2-methylisoborneol) via thermal desorption-GC/MS coupling
• Packaging safety: Migration testing of VOCs from plastic films and laminates per ISO 10993-12
• Materials science: Outgassing characterization of aerospace composites and electronics encapsulants

FAQ

Is this unit factory-refurbished or third-party refurbished?
All Clarus 500 systems are refurbished by an ISO 9001-certified service partner under PerkinElmer’s authorized remanufacturing program, including OEM-specified component replacement, firmware update to latest stable release, and full electrical safety testing.
What documentation is included with purchase?
Each unit ships with a Certificate of Conformance, full service history log, IQ/OQ summary report, and a 6-month limited warranty covering parts and labor for defects in materials or workmanship.
Can this GC be upgraded to support mass spectrometry detection?
Yes—the Clarus 500 features standard GC/MS interface ports and vacuum-ready oven configuration; compatibility with PerkinElmer Clarus SQ 8T or other third-party quadrupole MS detectors requires mechanical and software integration verification.
Are original consumables and spare parts still available?
PerkinElmer continues to supply all critical consumables—including inlet liners, septa, columns, detector jets, and TurboMatrix vials—through global distribution channels, with typical lead times under 5 business days.
Does the system include installation and startup support?
Remote installation assistance and method validation guidance are provided at no additional cost; on-site commissioning services are available as a billable option.