An improved microwave plasma torch for atomic spectrometry |
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Authors: | Brian W Pack Gary M Hieftje |
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Institution: | Indiana University, Department of Chemistry, Bloomington, IN 47405, U.S.A. |
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Abstract: | The analytical performance of a microwave plasma torch was improved through mechanical alterations. Several problems reported in earlier designs were addressed: the ignition and stabilization of a helium plasma in the MPT was difficult; high powers were required to both ignite and operate the plasma; otherwise, the plasma would erratically change from an annular to a filament type discharge. In the new torch, the helium discharge was stabilized by replacing the copper central tube with one made of quartz. In addition, air entrainment was alleviated through use of a sheathing gas. This modification simplified the background mass spectrum and raised the effective ionization temperature of the discharge. A detailed schematic diagram of the new microwave plasma torch is presented. |
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Keywords: | Microwave plasma torch Atomic emission spectrometry Mass spectrometry Microwave induced plasma |
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