What Is a Total Organic Carbon Analyzer & How It Works
19/01/2026
Total organic carbon analyzer explained: how it measures water purity and detects organic contamination accurately.
A Laser Ablation System is an analytical instrument that uses a focused laser beam to remove (ablate) microscopic amounts of material from a solid sample for chemical, elemental, or isotopic analysis.
The ablated material is converted into an aerosol and typically transported to an analytical detector such as:
Laser ablation is widely used because it enables direct solid sampling with high spatial resolution and minimal sample preparation.
Dual high-intensity lighting arrays deliver clear images even at high magnification
• Frequency quintupled 213 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser
with > 4 mJ source pulse energy and < 5 ns pulse width
• < 3% pulse to pulse stability throughout
• Flat top energy profile
• Mechanically and thermally isolated laser beam
delivery and viewing path for maximum stability
• Variable output energy and variable pulse repetition
frequency (1 – 20Hz)
• Variable laser spot size (4 – 200 µm)
• Fully sealed laser head with user changeable flashlamp
• Computer controlled, continuously adjustable
parfocal video microscope (2.6x – 32.5x optical
zoom range)
• Wide field of view (> 6 mm) at high optical
resolution (< 2 µm)
• High intensity LED lighting arrays
• Motorized rotating polarizer
• Open architecture for maximum flexibility
• Optional HelEx Active
2-Volume Ablation Cell
• High precision XY stages
(0.16 µm/step)
Mechanically and Thermally Isolated Optical Bench using a Pre-Loaded Spring Damping system. Compact, bench-top chassis.
Automatic, solenoid actuated sample cell gas routing – purge, bypass and on-line. Quick switch between argon or helium carrier gas using in-built mass flow controllers.
Precision, integrated, mass flow controllers (MFC) are included for the carrier gas.
The LSX-213 G2+ is a bench-top instrument that is provided with a small footprint cart. Its ruggedized construction makes it possible to move among various instruments and different laboratories while maintaining optical alignment.
Electronic and software interface provisions for all ICP-MS instruments via contact closures or direct software script (ICP manufacturer specific) are included.
The LSX-213 G2+ has a CLASS 1 enclosure with safety interlocks that prevent exposure to UV laser light.
Approx 68 kg. (150 lbs.) for laser cabinet with power supply/cooler
100 – 250 VAC
The LSX-213 G2+ is designed for laser ablation applications in geochemistry, materials science, environmental analysis, and trace element research.
It can be integrated with most ICP-MS and ICP-OES systems, making it suitable for multi-instrument laboratory environments.
The system supports spot sizes from 4 µm to 200 µm, adjustable via software using aperture imaging technology.
All key parameters — including spot size, laser power, scan speed, and timing — are controlled through an intuitive software interface.
The laser head is hermetically sealed and MIL-SPEC rated, protecting internal components from environmental fluctuations and improving long-term stability.
Yes. Its vibration-isolated optical bench ensures consistent performance, even when the system is moved between instruments or facilities.
Yes. The open architecture sample area allows flexibility for specialised and custom-designed sample cells.
The system delivers high-resolution imaging with a wide field of view, supported by high-intensity lighting above and below the sample.
Yes. High-resolution optics and dual lighting arrays ensure clear visual targeting even at high zoom levels.
The G2+ incorporates upgraded optical design, improved imaging quality, enhanced stability, and refined user control compared to earlier generations.
Total organic carbon analyzer explained: how it measures water purity and detects organic contamination accurately.
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