The HGA-E50 Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer combines flame and graphite furnace atomisation technologies in a single integrated platform, delivering exceptional analytical performance, flexibility, and ease of operation. Designed for high-precision elemental analysis, the system is ideal for laboratories requiring reliable detection of trace and ultra-trace elements across a wide range of applications, including environmental monitoring, food safety, metallurgy, pharmaceuticals, and scientific research.
Key Features
Integrated Flame and Graphite Furnace Design
- Innovative dual-atomiser integrated configuration eliminates the need for mechanical switching between flame and graphite furnace modes.
- Minimises operator intervention and eliminates frequent adjustment of the graphite furnace sampler position.
Independent Dual Light Source System
- Separate light sources for flame and graphite furnace analysis optimise optical performance.
- Overcomes the limitations of traditional integrated systems caused by long optical paths and energy loss, resulting in improved sensitivity and stability.
Advanced Background Correction
- Deuterium lamp background correction for both flame and graphite furnace operation.
- High-quality imported deuterium lamp provides strong energy output, stable modulation performance, and reliable long-term operation.
Flame Emission Analysis Capability
- Supports flame emission measurements for easily ionised metal elements, expanding analytical versatility.
Fully Automated Mode Switching
- Software-controlled automatic switching between flame and graphite furnace atomisation.
- Instrument parameters and analytical conditions are automatically matched and optimised.
High-Capacity Lamp Turret
- Dual 8-lamp rotating lamp houses allow simultaneous preheating of up to eight lamps, improving workflow efficiency and reducing setup time.
Intelligent Automation Functions
- Automatic power-on self-test
- Automatic slit selection
- Automatic wavelength peak optimisation
- Automatic lamp positioning
- Automatic recommendation of analytical conditions
Automatic Energy Balancing Technology
- D₂ energy automatic attenuator ensures optimal matching between hollow cathode lamps and background correction systems.
- Extends deuterium lamp life while maintaining stable instrument performance.
Advanced Graphite Furnace System
- Built-in power supply with longitudinal heating technology
- Optical temperature control and calibration
- Over-temperature protection
- Low gas pressure alarm
- Graphite tube breakage and improper installation alarms
Automatic Graphite Furnace Sampler
- Equipped with a 64-position autosampler
- Combination of peristaltic pump and single-shot injection pump
- Vertical injection design with visible injection process for enhanced reliability
Safe and Reliable Flame System
- Integrated automatic water seal system
- Automatic ignition and flame monitoring
- Gas leak detection and alarm functions
- Stable and dependable operation for routine laboratory use
Enhanced Safety Features
- Emergency gas shut-off button for rapid response in the event of an incident.
Optional Hydride Generation System
- Can be configured with a hydride generator for enhanced detection of hydride-forming elements.
Applications
The HGA-E50 is suitable for a broad range of analytical applications, including:
- Food safety and hygiene testing
- Geological and mining analysis
- Metallurgical laboratories
- Agricultural testing
- Environmental monitoring
- Water quality analysis
- Pharmaceutical testing
- Commodity inspection
- Academic and scientific research
Detectable Elements
The HGA-E50 is capable of analysing more than 70 elements, including:
Gold (Au), Silver (Ag), Copper (Cu), Lead (Pb), Zinc (Zn), Manganese (Mn), Potassium (K), Sodium (Na), Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Iron (Fe), Cadmium (Cd), and many others.
Typical sample types include food products, surface water, groundwater, drinking water, environmental samples, industrial materials, and geological specimens.