Gases, halogenated hydrocarbons - Analysis of halogenated hydrocarbons in air
Applications | 2011 | Agilent TechnologiesInstrumentation
Halogenated hydrocarbons are widespread air pollutants with implications for environmental quality, industrial emissions monitoring, and occupational safety. Rapid and accurate detection is essential for compliance and health protection.
This study evaluates the performance of an Agilent 490 Micro Gas Chromatograph equipped with a PoraPLOT Q column for the separation of halogenated hydrocarbons in air. The method aims to achieve complete resolution within a rapid 250-second run time.
The analysis employs temperature-controlled micro-GC with helium carrier gas and thermal conductivity detection. Key operational parameters include a column temperature of 150 °C and helium pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar).
The method achieved separation of major air components (O₂, N₂, CO) at 94.6% abundance, alongside trace detection of carbon dioxide (0.366%), ethylene (0.352%), ethane (0.265%), vinyl chloride (0.23%), chloroethane (3.83%), and 1,2-dichloroethane (0.201%). The 250-second runtime demonstrates high-throughput capability and reliable quantitation of trace halogenated species.
This approach offers rapid analysis, minimal sample preparation, and potential for on-site monitoring of halogenated compounds in environmental and industrial settings. The system’s portability supports field deployment for real-time air quality assessments and regulatory compliance.
Advancements may include integration with mass spectrometric detectors for enhanced sensitivity, development of novel PLOT column materials for broader analyte coverage, and deployment in automated, networked sensor arrays for continuous, real-time air monitoring.
The Agilent 490 Micro GC method provides fast, reliable, and reproducible analysis of halogenated hydrocarbons in air, addressing key requirements for environmental monitoring and industrial process control.
GC, GC columns, Consumables
IndustriesEnvironmental
ManufacturerAgilent Technologies
Summary
Significance of the Topic
Halogenated hydrocarbons are widespread air pollutants with implications for environmental quality, industrial emissions monitoring, and occupational safety. Rapid and accurate detection is essential for compliance and health protection.
Objectives and Study Overview
This study evaluates the performance of an Agilent 490 Micro Gas Chromatograph equipped with a PoraPLOT Q column for the separation of halogenated hydrocarbons in air. The method aims to achieve complete resolution within a rapid 250-second run time.
Methodology and Instrumentation
The analysis employs temperature-controlled micro-GC with helium carrier gas and thermal conductivity detection. Key operational parameters include a column temperature of 150 °C and helium pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar).
Used Instrumentation
- Agilent 490 Micro Gas Chromatograph
- PoraPLOT Q fused silica PLOT column module
- Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD)
Main Results and Discussion
The method achieved separation of major air components (O₂, N₂, CO) at 94.6% abundance, alongside trace detection of carbon dioxide (0.366%), ethylene (0.352%), ethane (0.265%), vinyl chloride (0.23%), chloroethane (3.83%), and 1,2-dichloroethane (0.201%). The 250-second runtime demonstrates high-throughput capability and reliable quantitation of trace halogenated species.
Benefits and Practical Applications
This approach offers rapid analysis, minimal sample preparation, and potential for on-site monitoring of halogenated compounds in environmental and industrial settings. The system’s portability supports field deployment for real-time air quality assessments and regulatory compliance.
Future Trends and Potential Applications
Advancements may include integration with mass spectrometric detectors for enhanced sensitivity, development of novel PLOT column materials for broader analyte coverage, and deployment in automated, networked sensor arrays for continuous, real-time air monitoring.
Conclusion
The Agilent 490 Micro GC method provides fast, reliable, and reproducible analysis of halogenated hydrocarbons in air, addressing key requirements for environmental monitoring and industrial process control.
References
- Agilent Technologies, Inc. Application Note A01340 (2011)
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