Shimadzu GCMS-QP2010Plus Used Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry System
| Brand | Shimadzu |
|---|---|
| Origin | Japan |
| Model | GCMS-QP2010Plus |
| Condition | Refurbished & Fully Qualified |
| Compliance | Meets Original Shimadzu Factory Specifications |
Overview
The Shimadzu GCMS-QP2010Plus is a high-performance, quadrupole-based gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) system originally engineered for routine and research-grade organic compound identification, quantification, and structural elucidation. Designed with a focus on sensitivity, stability, and operational robustness, the QP2010Plus integrates a high-efficiency capillary GC inlet, an electron ionization (EI) source operating at 70 eV, and a compact, temperature-stabilized quadrupole mass analyzer capable of scanning from m/z 1.5 to 1024 at up to 10,000 u/sec. Its vacuum system employs a dual-stage turbomolecular pump backed by an oil-free diaphragm pump, ensuring rapid pump-down times and long-term pressure stability (<1.0 × 10⁻⁵ Pa in the ion source during operation). This refurbished unit undergoes full functional requalification—including detector gain calibration, mass axis alignment verification, retention time reproducibility testing (RSD < 0.02% over 24 h), and system suitability assessment per USP and ASTM D5845-19 protocols—prior to release.
Key Features
- Quadrupole mass analyzer with real-time mass axis correction and automatic tuning routines for EI/CI modes
- Advanced GC oven with programmable ramp rates up to 250 °C/min and precise isothermal hold capability (±0.1 °C)
- Split/splitless injector with electronic pressure control (EPC), supporting liner exchange without tooling
- Integrated AOC-20i auto-sampler compatible with 100-position vial trays and programmable derivatization sequences
- Dual vacuum monitoring: ion gauge + convection gauge for independent verification of source and analyzer chamber integrity
- Front-panel LCD interface with dedicated soft keys for method recall, tune access, and diagnostic status review
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The GCMS-QP2010Plus accommodates standard 0.25–0.53 mm ID fused-silica capillary columns (e.g., DB-5ms, HP-5MS, Rxi-5Sil MS) and supports both volatile and semi-volatile analytes across environmental, pharmaceutical, food safety, and forensic applications. It complies with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements for testing laboratories when operated under documented SOPs. All refurbished units are validated against Shimadzu’s original factory acceptance criteria and include traceable calibration records aligned with NIST-traceable standards. The system architecture supports audit trail generation and user-access logging—enabling compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 when paired with compliant data acquisition software (e.g., GCMSsolution Ver. 2.7x or later).
Software & Data Management
Operation and data processing are managed via Shimadzu’s GCMSsolution software suite, which provides full control of GC parameters, MS acquisition settings, spectral library searching (NIST/EPA/WHO libraries included), quantitative report generation, and peak deconvolution algorithms. The software supports multi-level user authentication, electronic signatures, and secure data archiving with SHA-256 hash verification. Raw data files (.qgd format) are stored in a structured directory hierarchy with embedded metadata (instrument ID, operator, date/time stamp, method version), facilitating GLP/GMP-aligned review workflows. Export options include CSV, PDF, and XML formats compatible with LIMS integration.
Applications
This system is routinely deployed in accredited laboratories for pesticide residue analysis in agricultural commodities (AOAC 2007.01), residual solvent testing in pharmaceuticals (ICH Q3C), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) profiling in soil and sediment (EPA Method 8270D), and volatile organic compound (VOC) screening in drinking water (EPA Method 524.4). Its proven reliability in high-throughput environments makes it suitable for QC/QA labs requiring >100 sample injections per day with consistent signal-to-noise ratios (>500:1 for chlorpyrifos at 1 ng/mL) and inter-day retention time stability (RSD ≤ 0.03%).
FAQ
Is this instrument fully refurbished and performance-verified?
Yes. Each unit undergoes comprehensive hardware inspection, firmware update to the latest stable revision, vacuum integrity validation, detector response linearity testing, and system suitability checks using certified reference standards.
Does it include original Shimadzu software licenses?
Yes—fully licensed GCMSsolution software with active technical support registration, including spectral library updates and remote diagnostics capability.
What documentation accompanies the system?
A complete refurbishment dossier is provided: calibration certificates, IQ/OQ test reports, maintenance log, original factory schematics, and a signed Certificate of Conformance referencing Shimadzu QP2010Plus specifications.
Can the system be integrated into an existing LIMS environment?
Yes. GCMSsolution supports ASTM E1384-compliant data export and offers optional OPC UA connectivity for bidirectional LIMS communication.
What warranty and service options are available?
Standard 12-month parts-and-labor warranty is included; extended coverage and annual preventive maintenance contracts are available with on-site engineer dispatch within 48 business hours in major EU/NA metropolitan areas.
