Agilent Certified Refurbished 7200 Q-TOF GC/MS System

Overview

The Agilent Certified Refurbished 7200 Q-TOF GC/MS System is a high-resolution, accurate-mass gas chromatography–quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry platform engineered for untargeted screening, structural elucidation, and confident compound identification in complex matrices. Built upon Agilent’s proven GC architecture and advanced orthogonal acceleration TOF mass analyzer, the system delivers full-spectrum acquisition at up to 50 spectra per second with sub-ppm mass accuracy and resolving power exceeding 35,000 FWHM (at m/z 200). Its dual ionization capability—electron ionization (EI), positive/negative chemical ionization (PCI/NCI)—enables flexible method development across volatile and semi-volatile analytes. The instrument operates under vacuum-stable conditions maintained by a turbomolecular pump backed by a dry scroll pump, ensuring long-term stability during high-throughput workflows. As a certified refurbished unit, it undergoes Agilent’s proprietary refurbishment protocol aligned with original factory specifications and performance validation criteria.

Key Features

• High-resolution accurate-mass (HRAM) detection with <3 ppm mass error over calibration range and consistent mass reproducibility (<1 ppm RMS shift)
• Orthogonal acceleration TOF design enabling simultaneous acquisition of full-scan spectra without sensitivity loss
• Dual-mode ion source: fully interchangeable EI/PCI/NCI configurations via Agilent’s detachable ion source—enabling rapid mode switching without venting the mass spectrometer
• Integrated GC compatibility: supports all Agilent 8890/8860 GC platforms, including advanced inlet options (multimode, PTV, on-column), cryo-focusing, and backflush capabilities
• Real-time data acquisition at 50 Hz with continuous centroiding and deconvolution—optimized for narrow chromatographic peaks (≤0.5 s width at base)
• MassHunter Acquisition and Qualitative Analysis software pre-installed and licensed for full workflow support
• Comprehensive refurbishment: replacement of all consumable components (ion source parts, detector, RF lenses, calibration standards), firmware updated to latest revision, mechanical recalibration, and full system performance verification per Agilent G1701EA specification

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The 7200 Q-TOF GC/MS accommodates a broad range of volatile and thermally labile compounds—including environmental pollutants (PAHs, PCBs, pesticides), flavor and fragrance volatiles, petrochemical markers, pharmaceutical impurities, and metabolites amenable to derivatization. It meets analytical requirements defined in EPA Methods 8270, 8260, and 1613; ASTM D7214 (petroleum hydrocarbons); and ISO 17025-accredited laboratories’ validation protocols. All certified refurbished units comply with Agilent’s internal quality control standards equivalent to new instrument release criteria. Data integrity is supported through audit-trail-enabled MassHunter software compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 when configured with appropriate IT controls.

Software & Data Management

MassHunter Workstation software (version B.09.00 or later) provides end-to-end support—from method building and real-time acquisition to post-run deconvolution, formula generation, spectral library matching (NIST, Wiley, Agilent MassHunter libraries), and MS/MS fragmentation tree analysis. Batch processing supports automated peak detection, alignment, and relative quantitation across hundreds of samples. Raw data files (.d format) are stored in vendor-neutral, open-accessible structures compatible with third-party chemometric tools (e.g., XCMS, MZmine). Instrument control logs, calibration reports, and performance verification records are archived within the software environment with timestamped, user-authenticated entries—ensuring traceability for GLP/GMP-regulated environments.

Applications

• Non-targeted screening of unknown contaminants in food safety and environmental monitoring programs
• Structural confirmation of synthetic intermediates and degradation products in pharmaceutical development
• Comprehensive profiling of essential oils, tobacco smoke condensate, and petroleum distillates
• Identification of trace-level adulterants in botanical extracts and dietary supplements
• Forensic toxicology workflows requiring high-confidence elemental composition assignment and isotopic pattern matching
• Academic research in metabolomics, exposomics, and atmospheric chemistry where retention time–mass correlation is critical

FAQ

What does “Agilent Certified Refurbished” mean?

It signifies that the instrument has been returned to Agilent, fully disassembled, inspected, and rebuilt using genuine Agilent replacement parts—including all wear-prone components—and subjected to the same operational and performance qualification tests as new systems.
Is the warranty identical to that of a new 7200 system?

Yes—the standard one-year comprehensive parts-and-labor warranty matches the coverage provided with newly manufactured instruments.
Can this system be integrated into an existing Agilent GC infrastructure?

Absolutely—it maintains full hardware and software interoperability with Agilent 8890/8860 GCs, 7890 series GCs (with appropriate interface kits), and legacy GC controllers running MassHunter-compatible firmware.
Are installation and training included?

Installation and operator training are optional value-added services available through Agilent Field Service Engineers or authorized partners—quoted separately based on site readiness and scope.
Does the refurbished unit include updated regulatory compliance documentation?

Yes—each unit ships with a Certificate of Refurbishment, IQ/OQ documentation templates, and a complete performance verification report signed by an Agilent-certified service engineer.