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3–6 Model 3480 Electrospray Aerosol Generator
I n t e r n a l C o m p o n e n t s
The main internal components are shown in Figure 3-4. A brief
description of each follows.
Capillary
The capillary transports the liquid to be electrosprayed from the
sample vial to the Electrospray chamber. More information on the
liquid flow through a capillary can be found in Appendix B, “
Theory
of Operation .” Information on the maintenance of the capillary can
be found in Chapter 5, “ Maintenance .”
Electrospray Chamber
The aerosol is generated inside the Electrospray chamber. See
Chapter 5, “
Maintenance ” for instructions on how to clean and
maintain the Electrospray chamber. Appendix B, “ Theory of
Operation ” contains information on the theory of operation of the
Electrospray chamber.
High-Voltage Fitting and Shield
The high-voltage fitting is attached to the top half of the pressure
vessel. High voltage is supplied to the fitting, which is connected to
a platinum high-voltage wire that is immersed in the liquid
contained in the sample vial, hence charging the liquid. The high-
voltage shield covers the high-voltage fitting to protect the user
from accidental electrical shock.