For high-throughput laboratories running single-element or sequential multi-element determinations using flame atomic absorption (AA) for many samples daily, looking for both total automation of standard and samples preparation as well as high-speed and accurate sample analysis without any user intervention.
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The FAST Flame 2 accessory is a combination of high-speed autosampler, two precision peristaltic pumps and a switching valve, providing quick sample turnaround with fast rinse-out, short signal stabilization times and no sample-to-sample memory effect. The FAST Flame 2 accessory rapidly fills a sample loop via vacuum and then switches to inject the sample loop while the autosampler moves to the next sample, removing the wait time associated with self-aspiration or peristaltic pumping and the long rinse-in and rinse-out times associated with autosampler movement and flushing resulting in sample-to-sample times as short as 15 seconds. Rapid injection and rinse-out result in a throughput of over 560 samples per hour—up to 40% higher than manual analysis for single-element determinations by Flame AA.
FAST Flame 2 provides the ability to mechanically pump the sample during injection, allows for ideal optimization of nebulizer and flame conditions, eliminates variability due to changes in sample viscosity, dissolved solids and tubing length and also provides long-term sample flow stability. Plus, FAST Flame 2 also provides in-line dilution, allowing the analyst to create a single intermediate standard and then the FAST Flame 2 accessory to automatically generate all calibration standards in-line, as required. In addition, FAST Flame 2 can be set to identify over-range samples and then utilize the in-line dilution capability to automatically re-run a sample that falls outside the calibration range at an increased dilution factor to bring the signal within the calibration and provide accurate measurement along with a passed QC check.
Accuracy of dilution is demonstrated by excellent linearity of the calibration curve (R2 > 0.9999). Sample dilution can be predefined on a per-sample basis, allowing for a wide range of dilution factors (1x-50x) to be used when sample types or elemental concentrations vary greatly. The total flow rate delivered by the two peristaltic pumps is constant, but the ratio of the two flows is automatically varied to dilute samples or to build a calibration curve by dilution of a single standard solution.
| Height | 15.0 cm |
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| Length | 34.0 cm |
| Portable | No |
| Product Brand Name | FAST Flame |
| Width | 2.0 tray |
The efficient production of these nutritionally fortified breakfast cereals requires careful formulation and uniformity batch to batch. Ongoing analytical measurement of nutritional additives and the total micronutrient content in the cereal is one way in which food producers can quantify the quality and consistency of their cereal products. The ability to quickly, accurately, and easily analyze their samples is also key to timely data reporting, allowing real-time batch adjustments to be made and enhancing continuous process control. Food producers must also meet nutritional labeling guidelines which require an accurate assessment of micronutrients for regulatory labeling compliance.
This work demonstrates the ability to accurately measure nutritional elements in a variety of fresh and dried fruits by flame atomic absorption using a FAST Flame sample automation for high sample throughput.
This work demonstrates the ability to rapidly and accurately measure nutritional elements in fruit juices using flame AA with a FAST Flame sample automation system.
This work demonstrates the ability to accurately measure nutritional elements in a variety of milk types by flame atomic absorption using FAST Flame sample automation for high sample throughput.
Breakfast is an important meal in providing essential nutrients to keep your energy levels up throughout the day. How do we ensure the food and beverages we consume are healthy, nutritious and safe? Following is a collection of application notes highlighting solutions that will help you identify micronutrients in milk, cereal, juice and fresh and dried fruits as well as toxic metals in tea, dairy products and apple juice to ensure safety of your breakfast foods.
In the mining industry, one of the great challenges is knowing where to dig. An area must be mapped for element(s) of interest. This is typically accomplished by drilling exploratory holes in a specific pattern, with the ore being qualitatively collected from each drill hole and analyzed for the desired elements. As a result, many samples are generated which must be analyzed to determine the viability of digging. This work discusses the analysis of copper ore samples from various drill patterns to meet these requirements.
This work demonstrates the ability of the PinAAcle 900 flame AA spectrometer to measure Cu, Fe, and Mn in wines to comply with Chinese wine import regulations coupled with FAST Flame sample automation for increased throughput.
This work demonstrates the analysis of mineral elements in a variety of drinking waters using the PinAAcle 900 AA spectrometer coupled with a FAST Flame accessory.
PerkinElmer’s FAST Flame Sample Automation Platform offers the lowest cost-per-element flame AA analysis on the market, delivering unparalleled speed, consistency and precision.
