Emission spectrometry provides rapid and accurate simultaneous determination of many elements in metals. This technique has been adopted as standard method for metal analysis. The Shimadzu PDA-7000 is high performance optical emission spectrometers, utilizing the PDA method as standard, which enhances the accuracy and reliability of analysis. The PDA method, combined with excellent hardware quality, make the PDA-7000 suitable for any application in metal analysis. They enhance analysis productivity in quality control and process control in the ferrous and non-ferrous metal industries.
Major Specifications
Monochromator unit
Dispersion system |
Paschen-Runge mounting for concave diffraction grating |
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Diffraction grating |
Concave radius of curvature: 600 mm |
Wavelength range |
121 to 481 nm and 589 nm |
Evacuation system |
Direct-linked rotary pump. Ultimate pressure: 2 Pa |
Excitation Unit
Discharge voltage |
500 V or 300 V, selectable |
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Discharge frequency |
One of three frequencies automatically set for the discharge conditions. 500 Hz max. |
Voltage accuracy |
Main voltage ± 1% |
Discharge conditions |
6 types |
Counter electrode cleaning |
Automatic regeneration by reversing electrode polarity after each analysis |
Spark stand |
Stand for argon atmosphere |
Readout unit
Number of light receptors(channels) |
64 channels max. |
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Method of measurement |
Single-pulse integration method Time-resolution PDA photometry |
Data Processing Unit Windows Kit
Mainly adds the following functions
1. Report functions Database functions |
Uses ACCESS for analysis results |
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2. Maintenance Instrument management functions |
Counter electrode replacement, stand cleaning |
Installed Environment
The instrument highly resistant to dust and other environmental factors. However, avoid installing the data processing unit in an environment subject to vibrations, dust, and strong electrical fields.
Area Approx. |
3x2m min. |
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Temperature Approx. |
10°C to 28°C |
Humidity |
70± RH max. |
Note Heat generation approx. |
1100 kcal/hour |
Power Supply
200, 220, 230, or 240 V ± 10%, single-phase, 50/60 Hz, 4.0 kVA
Ground |
Individually grounded 30 W max. Provide near the rear of the instrument. |
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Gas
Argon gas |
A central supply with switching between at least two cylinders is convenient. |
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