SPECTROBLUE ICP-OES Spectrometer (Refurbished)

Overview

The SPECTROBLUE ICP-OES Spectrometer (refurbished) is a high-performance, simultaneous inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer engineered for precise multi-element trace metal analysis in demanding laboratory environments. Based on robust axial-view ICP-OES architecture, it utilizes a high-efficiency radiofrequency (RF) generator to sustain a stable argon plasma at ~10,000 K, enabling efficient atomization, excitation, and ionic emission of elements across the UV–visible spectral range (130–770 nm). The instrument employs a high-resolution echelle optical system with CCD or CID detection—depending on configuration—to deliver excellent spectral resolution, low background noise, and high signal-to-noise ratio. Designed for routine and regulatory-compliant elemental quantification, the SPECTROBLUE supports detection limits in the sub-ppt (ng/L) range for most metals in aqueous matrices, making it suitable for environmental monitoring, geochemical analysis, metallurgical QC, and pharmaceutical impurity testing.

Key Features

• Simultaneous multi-element analysis capability across 72+ elements without sequential scanning
• High-stability solid-state RF generator (typically 27 or 40 MHz) with automatic impedance matching
• Echelle grating spectrometer with optimized optical path and thermally stabilized optics for long-term wavelength reproducibility
• Robust peristaltic sample introduction system with integrated internal standard correction and matrix-matched calibration support
• Refurbishment includes full optical alignment verification, detector dark current characterization, plasma torch and injector inspection/replacement as needed, and comprehensive performance qualification per ASTM D1976 and ISO 11885
• Comprehensive diagnostic software suite for real-time plasma status monitoring, spectral interference assessment, and drift compensation

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The SPECTROBLUE accommodates liquid samples—including acid-digested environmental extracts, leachates, process waters, biological digests, and organic solvents (with appropriate nebulizer and spray chamber configuration). It supports both axial and radial plasma viewing modes (model-dependent), enabling flexible optimization between sensitivity and matrix tolerance. All refurbished units undergo rigorous compliance verification against key international standards: ISO/IEC 17025 method validation protocols, EPA Methods 200.7 and 6020B, and ASTM E1479 for elemental analysis. Full documentation—including Certificate of Requalification, IQ/OQ records, and traceable calibration reports—is provided with each unit to support GLP and GMP audit readiness.

Software & Data Management

Operation is managed via SPECTRO’s proprietary Sparkvue or ICP Expert software (version-dependent), offering intuitive method setup, automated calibration curve generation, spectral library-based interference correction, and customizable reporting templates. Data integrity safeguards include user-level access control, electronic signature support, and full audit trail functionality compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. Raw spectral data are stored in vendor-neutral formats (e.g., ASCII, CSV) for third-party integration with LIMS or statistical analysis platforms. All refurbished systems ship with licensed, up-to-date software versions and validated backup images.

Applications

• Environmental laboratories: Quantification of regulated metals (As, Cd, Cr, Pb, Hg, Ni, Zn) in drinking water, wastewater, soil extracts, and air particulates per EPA and EU WFD directives
• Geochemical and mining labs: Multi-element profiling of ores, tailings, and exploration samples with high throughput and precision
• Metallurgical QA/QC: Rapid alloy composition verification, inclusion analysis support, and residual element screening in primary and secondary metals
• Pharmaceutical and biotech: Elemental impurity testing (ICH Q3D) in drug substances, excipients, and packaging materials
• Academic and research institutions: Method development, speciation support (when coupled with HPLC), and fundamental plasma diagnostics

FAQ

Is this unit covered by a warranty?
Yes — all refurbished SPECTROBLUE systems include a 12-month limited hardware warranty covering parts and labor, backed by authorized service partners in North America and Europe.
What documentation accompanies the instrument?
Each unit ships with a full requalification report, IQ/OQ protocol summary, calibration certificate traceable to NIST standards, software license confirmation, and safety/compliance declaration.
Can the system be configured for specific regulatory workflows (e.g., USP <232>/<233>)?
Yes — method templates and validation packages for USP, EP, and ICH guidelines are available upon request and can be preloaded during refurbishment.
What maintenance support is available post-installation?
Remote diagnostics, scheduled preventive maintenance contracts, and priority response field service are offered through certified SPECTRO service channels globally.
Are consumables and spare parts included or available?
Standard consumables (torch, injector, nebulizer, spray chamber) are available separately; critical spares inventory is maintained for immediate dispatch within 48 hours in major markets.