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Metalyser HM5000 Benchtop
Instruction Manual v1.0
1. INTRODUCTION
The Metalyser HM5000 Benchtop heavy metals analyser is the professional level
product in Trace2o’s popular Metalyser range. The instrument is a compact yet
powerful voltammetric analyser, capable of running a variety of the most commonly
used anodic and cathodic stripping techniques. Bespoke advanced PC-based
software has been specifically designed to provide a simple yet comprehensive
user interface, providing the analyst with complete control over the operation of the
instrument, enabling optimisation of the performance of electrochemical methods.
The following instructions explain how to install, set up and use your analyser.
The HM5000 performs potentiometric analysis where the voltage is controlled
and current is measured. Typically an ASV method parameter file is loaded or
creating which sets up the instrument. The sample is prepared and the analysis
is performed. Usually the analysis will consist of a deposition phase, followed
by a stripping phase for the element of interest. This will produce a graphical
(voltammogram) of the current output from the cell. The voltammogram will feature
peaks, the heights of which are proportionally related to the element(s) being
analysed and can be measured in order to calculate the sample concentration.
Trace2o’s expert team of Research and Development scientists are continually working
on developing new methods for heavy metals analysis, and enhancing and improving
existing methods. The latest application notes for these methods are available to
registered customers on the members-only section of our website, trace2o.com.
Customers with a handheld instrument from the Metalyser range can use measurement
parameter files developed on the HM5000 on the handheld instrument. The measurement
parameter file must be submitted to the Trace2o technical department.The file will then
be converted for use on the handheld instruments by one of our team, who will liaise
with you to ensure complete compatibility with your instrument. For more information on
our file conversion service, contact after-sales support: [email protected]
