TimePower TP-101 Laboratory Gas Chromatograph
| Brand | TimePower |
|---|---|
| Origin | Beijing, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Direct Manufacturer |
| Instrument Type | Benchtop Laboratory Gas Chromatograph |
| Application Field | Petrochemical Industry |
| Oven Temperature Range | Ambient to 300 °C |
| Temperature Ramp Rate Accuracy | ≤ ±0.3 °C |
| Cooling Rate | Not specified (fan-cooled oven) |
| Carrier Gas Flow Range & Control | 0–1200 mL/min (7-programmable segments) |
| Carrier Gas Pressure Range & Control | 0–970 kPa (7-programmable segments) |
| Injector Maximum Operating Temperature | 450 °C |
| Injector Pressure Setpoint Range | 0–970 kPa |
| Injector Total Flow Setpoint Range | 0–1200 mL/min |
| Column Oven Stabilization Time | < 1.5 h |
| Temperature Display Resolution | 0.1 °C |
| Temperature Control Accuracy | ≤ ±0.3 °C |
| Baseline Noise | TCD ≤ 0.1 mV |
| Baseline Drift | TCD ≤ 0.2 mV / 30 min |
| TCD Sensitivity | ≥ 1000 mV·mL/mg (benzene) |
| FID Detection Limit | ≤ 5 × 10⁻¹² g/s |
| Detector (FID) Operating Range | Ambient to 300 °C |
| Methanizer Temperature | 380 °C |
| Over-Temperature Protection | Independent thermal cutoff with audible alarm and power interlock |
| Detection Limits (ppm) | CH₄ 0.1, CO 1, CO₂ 1, H₂ 5, C₂H₂ 0.1, C₂H₄ 0.1, C₂H₆ 0.1 |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 620 × 445 × 485 mm |
| Net Weight | 31.8 kg |
Overview
The TimePower TP-101 is a benchtop laboratory gas chromatograph engineered for high reproducibility and operational stability in routine petrochemical analysis environments. It employs classic packed- and capillary-column gas chromatography based on differential partitioning of volatile analytes between a mobile phase (inert carrier gas) and a stationary phase (column coating). The system supports dual-detector configurations—including Flame Ionization Detection (FID) and Thermal Conductivity Detection (TCD)—enabling simultaneous quantification of hydrocarbons (e.g., C₁–C₆ alkanes, olefins, acetylenes) and permanent gases (H₂, CO, CO₂, CH₄) in refinery streams, transformer oil dissolved gas analysis (DGA), and process gas monitoring. Its column oven features precise Peltier-assisted heating and forced-air cooling, achieving thermal equilibration in under 90 minutes and maintaining temperature uniformity across the entire 300 °C operating range with ≤ ±0.3 °C accuracy per ASTM E1510 and ISO 17025-compliant calibration protocols.
Key Features
- Independent multi-zone temperature control: oven, injector(s), and detector(s) each regulated via PID algorithms with real-time digital feedback and 0.1 °C display resolution.
- 7-segment programmable carrier gas pressure and flow control—compatible with helium, hydrogen, and nitrogen—ensuring retention time repeatability within ±0.05 min over 100 injections (per ICH Q2(R2) guidelines).
- Dual-detector capability: FID optimized for hydrocarbon detection down to 5 × 10⁻¹² g/s; TCD configured for universal detection of inorganic and light organic species with sensitivity ≥ 1000 mV·mL/mg (benzene standard).
- Injector design rated to 450 °C with selectable split/splitless modes, accommodating both liquid and gas-phase samples via septumless or standard syringe injection.
- Integrated methanizer (380 °C) enables catalytic conversion of CO and CO₂ to CH₄ prior to FID detection—critical for low-level carbon oxide quantification in compliance with IEEE C57.104 and ASTM D3612.
- Hardware-level over-temperature protection: independent thermal sensors trigger audible alarm and automatic main power cutoff if any zone exceeds user-defined limits—meeting IEC 61010-1 safety requirements.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The TP-101 accepts standard ¼″ or ⅛″ stainless steel or fused-silica capillary columns (up to 60 m length, 0.53 mm ID) and supports common stationary phases including SE-30, HP-5, PLOT Al₂O₃, and molecular sieve 5A. It is validated for use with gas sampling bags, loop injectors (0.25–5 mL), and headspace vials (with optional autosampler interface). All thermal and pneumatic parameters meet traceability requirements under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for accredited laboratories. Detection limits align with ASTM D2719 (natural gas), ASTM D1945 (pipeline gas), and IEC 60599 (transformer oil DGA), supporting full regulatory reporting for GLP and GMP environments where audit trails and instrument qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) documentation are required.
Software & Data Management
The TP-101 operates with TimePower GC Control Suite v3.2—a Windows-based acquisition and processing platform compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 for electronic records and signatures. It provides full audit trail logging (user actions, method changes, calibration events), secure user role management (admin/operator/analyst), and raw data export in ASTM E1319-compliant .CDF format. Peak integration follows AIA/AnIML standards, with customizable baseline correction, retention time locking, and library matching against NIST 2017 MS/Retention Index databases. Data files are digitally signed and timestamped; system logs retain ≥ 18 months of operational history without manual archiving.
Applications
- Dissolved gas analysis (DGA) in power transformer oils per IEEE C57.104 and IEC 60599—quantifying CH₄, C₂H₂, C₂H₄, C₂H₆, H₂, CO, and CO₂ at sub-ppm levels.
- Refinery process stream monitoring: LPG composition, naphtha cut analysis, and sulfur compound profiling (e.g., mercaptans, sulfides) using sulfur-selective detectors (optional upgrade path).
- Environmental air monitoring: VOC screening in ambient or workplace air per EPA TO-17 and ISO 16017-1.
- Quality control of industrial solvents and polymer feedstocks—verifying purity, residual monomers, and solvent residues per USP and Ph. Eur. 2.4.24.
- Research applications in catalysis studies, reaction kinetics, and pyrolysis product characterization where thermal stability and detector linearity across 10⁶ dynamic range are essential.
FAQ
What column types are supported by the TP-101?
The instrument accommodates both packed stainless-steel columns and fused-silica capillary columns up to 60 m in length and 0.53 mm internal diameter, with standard fittings compatible with Agilent, Thermo, and Shimadzu column hardware.
Is the system compatible with third-party data systems such as LIMS or Empower?
Yes—via ASTM E1319-compliant .CDF file export and optional OPC UA server module (add-on), enabling bidirectional communication with major laboratory informatics platforms.
Does the TP-101 support unattended operation?
When equipped with the optional 16-position autosampler (TP-AS16), the system supports fully automated sequence runs including vial agitation, temperature-controlled injection, and method switching—all logged with full 21 CFR Part 11 audit trail.
How is calibration verified and documented?
Built-in calibration verification routines include retention time indexing, detector response factor tracking, and electronic pressure/flow validation using NIST-traceable reference standards; all reports are PDF-exportable with digital signature.
What safety certifications does the TP-101 hold?
The instrument complies with IEC 61010-1 (2010) for electrical safety and EN 61326-1:2013 for electromagnetic compatibility; CE marking is applied for EU market access under the Low Voltage and EMC Directives.
