PerkinElmer Clarus 500 Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) System
| Brand | PerkinElmer |
|---|---|
| Origin | USA |
| Model | Clarus 500 GC/MS |
| Instrument Age | 4 years |
| Warranty | 6 months |
| Detection Principle | Electron Ionization (EI) Mass Spectrometry coupled with Capillary Gas Chromatography |
| Software | TurboMass v8.x |
| Compliance | Designed to meet ASTM D3699, EPA Method 8270D, and ISO 17025 laboratory requirements for trace organic analysis |
Overview
The PerkinElmer Clarus 500 GC/MS is a robust, benchtop gas chromatography–mass spectrometry system engineered for reliable qualitative and quantitative analysis of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds. It integrates a high-resolution capillary gas chromatograph with a quadrupole mass spectrometer operating under electron ionization (EI) mode at 70 eV. The system utilizes a thermally stable, split/splitless injector, a programmable temperature vaporization (PTV) inlet option (available in original configuration), and a high-efficiency fused-silica column oven capable of ramping at up to 40 °C/min. Mass detection is performed across a mass range of m/z 10–650, with unit mass resolution and scan speeds up to 4,000 amu/sec — enabling high-fidelity spectral acquisition during narrow chromatographic peaks. This refurbished unit has undergone full functional validation per ISO/IEC 17025-aligned protocols at SpectraLab Scientific’s certified calibration facility, including retention time stability testing, mass axis calibration, sensitivity verification using decafluorotriphenylphosphine (DFTPP), and signal-to-noise assessment at m/z 69.
Key Features
- Factory-refurbished Clarus 500 GC/MS platform with verified hardware integrity: GC oven, EI source, quadrupole mass analyzer, and detector electronics fully inspected and performance-validated
- Pre-installed TurboMass v8.x software suite supporting method development, automated data acquisition, spectral library searching (NIST/EPA/WHOLIS), and quantitative reporting with internal standard calibration
- Comprehensive hardware package: Includes GC oven, electronic pneumatic control (EPC) module, autosampler interface (if originally equipped), vacuum system with dual-stage turbomolecular pump (rated ≥ 260 L/sec for N₂), and calibrated ion gauge
- Validated operational readiness: Verified baseline stability (< 1 pA RMS over 30 min), mass calibration accuracy ±0.1 amu, and detection limit ≤ 10 fg injected for methyl stearate (S/N ≥ 10:1)
- Documentation package includes instrument logbook, factory service history, pre-delivery test report, and refurbishment certification issued by SpectraLab Scientific
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The Clarus 500 GC/MS supports direct injection of liquid samples, headspace analysis (with optional HS-40 or TriPlus RSH), and thermal desorption (with compatible TD units). It is routinely deployed for environmental testing (soil/water extracts per EPA 8270D), food safety screening (pesticide residues per AOAC 2007.01), pharmaceutical impurity profiling (ICH Q3A/B), and forensic toxicology workflows. All operation and data handling comply with GLP and GMP principles. TurboMass software supports 21 CFR Part 11-compliant user access controls, electronic signatures, and audit trail generation when configured with secure network authentication and database logging.
Software & Data Management
TurboMass v8.x provides a modular, Windows-based interface with integrated instrument control, real-time spectral display, and post-run processing tools including deconvolution (AMDIS), peak integration with customizable baselines, and batch report generation. Raw data files (.qgd) are stored in a structured, non-proprietary format compatible with third-party chemometric platforms (e.g., MATLAB, Python pandas). Data backups adhere to ISO 17025 Clause 7.5.2: records are retained for minimum 7 years; archive integrity is verified quarterly via checksum validation. Optional LIMS integration is supported through ODBC and XML-RPC interfaces.
Applications
- Environmental monitoring: PAHs, PCBs, chlorinated pesticides, and VOCs in water, soil, and air matrices
- Food & beverage quality control: Mycotoxin screening, flavor compound profiling, adulterant detection (e.g., olive oil authenticity)
- Pharmaceutical R&D: Residual solvent quantification (ICH Q3C), genotoxic impurity identification, and stability-indicating assay development
- Forensics & toxicology: Drug metabolite identification in biological fluids, accelerant residue analysis in arson investigations
- Polymer & materials science: Extractable/leachable studies, monomer purity assessment, and degradation product characterization
FAQ
Is this unit eligible for extended warranty or service contracts?
Yes — SpectraLab Scientific offers optional 12- or 24-month extended service agreements covering parts, labor, and on-site preventive maintenance visits.
Does the system include a working autosampler?
Autosampler inclusion depends on the specific unit configuration; all units are documented with exact peripheral inventory in the pre-delivery report.
Can TurboMass be upgraded to the latest version?
Yes — licensed upgrades to TurboMass v9.x are available directly from PerkinElmer or via SpectraLab’s authorized support channel.
What documentation accompanies the instrument?
Each unit ships with a full refurbishment dossier: calibration certificates, DFTPP tuning report, system suitability test results, firmware revision log, and chain-of-custody record.
Is remote diagnostics support available?
Yes — SpectraLab provides secure remote access support (with customer consent) using TeamViewer Enterprise, compliant with ISO 27001 information security policies.
