Shine SH-GIC7000 Online Atmospheric Ion Chromatograph
| Brand | Shine |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shandong, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Manufacturer |
| Product Category | Domestic |
| Model | SH-GIC7000 |
| Instrument Type | Online Analyzer |
| Application Specificity | Dedicated for Ambient Air Particulate Analysis |
| Pump Pressure Range | 0–35 MPa |
| Flow Rate Range | 0–9.999 mL/min |
| Eluent Flow Rate | 0.1–5.0 mL/min |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | 35 MPa |
| Operating Temperature Range | Room Temperature +5°C to 60°C |
| Temperature Reproducibility | ±0.2°C |
| Eluent Concentration Range | 0–100 mM |
Overview
The Shine SH-GIC7000 Online Atmospheric Ion Chromatograph is an industrial-grade, fully automated ion chromatography system engineered for unattended, long-term monitoring of water-soluble ionic species in atmospheric particulate matter (PM). It operates on the principle of suppressed conductivity detection following high-resolution anion- and cation-exchange separation, enabling simultaneous quantification of key inorganic ions in total suspended particulates (TSP), PM2.5, PM10, and bulk deposition samples. Designed to meet the stringent methodological requirements of Chinese environmental standards HJ 799–2016 (determination of anions in ambient air particulates) and HJ 800–2016 (determination of cations), the SH-GIC7000 supports continuous 24/7 operation with minimal intervention—up to 20 days between maintenance cycles. Its all-plastic fluidic path eliminates metal-induced ion adsorption or leaching, ensuring baseline stability and trace-level accuracy across extended deployments.
Key Features
- Dual-channel parallel IC architecture: Independent anion and cation separation channels operate simultaneously, enabling concurrent analysis of disinfection by-products (e.g., ClO2−, ClO3−) alongside major inorganic ions without cross-contamination or cycle delay.
- Integrated eluent generator: Onboard electrolytic eluent generation provides stable, gradient-capable eluents (0–100 mM KOH or methanesulfonic acid) with <±0.5% concentration precision over 20-day continuous operation.
- Automated sample handling: Motorized syringe-based autosampler performs precise injection (0.1–100 µL range), automatic calibration via standard loop injection, self-diagnostic status checks, and post-run column/regenerator cleaning sequences.
- Thermally stabilized detection: Dual-zone oven control maintains both separation column and suppressor at constant temperature (±0.2°C reproducibility), minimizing retention time drift and enhancing quantitative repeatability.
- High-sensitivity dual-polarity conductivity detector: Capable of measuring both positive and negative ions without polarity switching delay; optimized for sub-ppb detection limits (e.g., 0.5 µg/L as Cl−) under EPA-compliant integration settings.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The SH-GIC7000 is validated for aqueous extracts of filter-collected airborne particulates—including quartz fiber, Teflon-membrane, and cellulose ester filters—and compatible with standard EPA Method 300.1 derivations. It delivers compliant data for regulatory reporting under HJ 799–2016 (F−, Cl−, NO2−, Br−, NO3−, PO43−, SO42−, SO32−) and HJ 800–2016 (Li+, NH4+, Na+, K+, Ca2+, Mg2+). All hardware and software components adhere to IEC 61000-6-3 (EMC) and GB/T 18268.1–2010 (industrial measurement equipment safety). The system supports audit-trail-enabled operation per GLP principles, with full electronic record retention including instrument logs, calibration history, and raw chromatogram metadata.
Software & Data Management
The proprietary ChromSight™ Intelligent Chromatography Workstation provides end-to-end workflow automation: sequence scheduling, real-time peak identification using retention time indexing and spectral library matching, automatic baseline correction, and ISO/IEC 17025-aligned uncertainty calculation. Data export complies with ASTM E1957 and ASTM E2534 formats. Remote connectivity is implemented via dual-mode Ethernet/WiFi interfaces, enabling secure TLS 1.2–encrypted transmission to centralized cloud repositories (AWS S3 or on-premise NAS). All transmitted datasets include embedded timestamps, instrument ID, operator credentials, and digital signatures—ensuring chain-of-custody integrity for regulatory submissions.
Applications
- Long-term source apportionment studies of urban and industrial aerosols
- Real-time evaluation of secondary inorganic aerosol (SIA) formation dynamics (e.g., NH4NO3, (NH4)2SO4)
- Monitoring of coastal salt aerosol transport and chloride enrichment
- Validation of regional chemical transport models (CTMs) against ground-based ion speciation
- Compliance monitoring for national air quality networks requiring hourly or sub-daily ion profiles
FAQ
What regulatory methods does the SH-GIC7000 support out-of-the-box?
It is pre-configured for HJ 799–2016 and HJ 800–2016, with method files, calibration templates, and reporting layouts included.
Can the system operate without on-site personnel for extended periods?
Yes—fully autonomous 24/7 operation is enabled by integrated eluent generation, auto-calibration, remote diagnostics, and battery-backed power management supporting graceful restart after grid interruption.
Is the data output compatible with national air quality data platforms?
Yes—CSV, XML, and NetCDF exports conform to China’s Environmental Monitoring Data Transmission Protocol (HJ 212–2017) and support direct API ingestion into provincial ECOS systems.
How is column lifetime managed during continuous operation?
The system logs cumulative pressure, backpressure trends, and peak asymmetry metrics; alerts trigger preventive maintenance recommendations before performance degradation exceeds ISO 17025 linearity thresholds.
Does the workstation support multi-user role-based access control?
Yes—administrator, analyst, and reviewer roles are enforced with password policies, session timeouts, and 21 CFR Part 11–compliant electronic signature workflows.
