Total Carbon Analyzer 

Introduction

A total carbon analyzer is an analytical instrument used to measure the total carbon content of the water, the wastewater, the soils, and the other samples, including the total organic carbon (TOC), the total inorganic carbon (TIC), and the total carbon (TC), and it is used in the environmental monitoring, the water treatment, the pharmaceutical, and the many other applications. The total carbon analyzer measures the carbon by the oxidation of the carbon in the sample to the carbon dioxide, by the high-temperature combustion or the wet chemical oxidation, followed by the detection of the carbon dioxide by the nondispersive infrared (NDIR) detector or the other methods, and it provides the TOC, the TIC, and the TC values; the total carbon analyzer consists of a sample introduction system, an oxidation unit, a carbon dioxide detection system, and a control and a data analysis system, and it provides features such as the automated operation, the various measurement modes, and the data management; the total carbon analyzer is used for the measurement of the TOC in the drinking water, the process water, the wastewater, and the pharmaceutical water, for the monitoring of the organic pollution, for the quality control, for the compliance with the regulations, and for many other applications, and it is an essential instrument for the carbon analysis. Total carbon analyzers are used in the environmental monitoring, in the water treatment, in the pharmaceutical industry, in the laboratories, and for many other applications. With their carbon measurement, total carbon analyzers are essential for the water quality monitoring.

Total Organic Carbon Analyzer OC2032

Total Organic Carbon Analyzer offers precise TOC levels in the range of 0.001 to 1.5 mg/L for variety of samples. It features UV oxidation technique and conductivity detector for accurate...

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Standards

ISO 8245:1999-Water quality-Guidelines for the determination of total organic carbon (TOC) and dissolved organic carbon (DOC)

ISO 7393-2:2017-Water quality-Determination of free chlorine and total chlorine-Colorimetric method using N,N-diethyl-1,4-phenylenediamine (DPD)

Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.

Features

1. Determines total carbon content in solid, liquid and gas samples by high-temperature combustion combined with infrared CO2 detection.

2. Supports simultaneous measurement of total organic carbon and total inorganic carbon in a single analysis cycle.

3. Combustion furnace operates above 900 degrees Celsius with catalyst to ensure complete oxidation of organic fractions.

4. Built-in oxygen supply module and automatic sample injection reduce operator handling and improve run-to-run repeatability.

5. Delivered with calibration standards, sample boats and application guidance to support routine laboratory use from day one.

FAQ

Q1: What testing scenarios is this instrument mainly applied to?

A: The total carbon analyzer is widely used in environmental monitoring, wastewater treatment plants, soil analysis, fuel quality control and food industry testing. Typical tasks include measuring organic load in wastewater, soil carbon content, sludge analysis and carbon content verification in fuels, where accurate total carbon data supports discharge compliance and process control decisions.

Q2: What standards does the instrument comply with?

A: The analytical principle follows ISO 10694 for soil organic carbon, ISO 8245 for water quality TOC determination, ASTM D7573 for TOC in water, and the corresponding GB/T 19145 and HJ 501 methods. Users should confirm the applicable standard for their specific sample matrix before reporting results.

Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?

A: The whole instrument is covered by a 12-month warranty from delivery acceptance. The combustion tube, catalyst and detector are covered under the standard warranty, while combustion boats, reagents and filters are consumables excluded from warranty. Damage caused by improper sample introduction or corrosive gas erosion is also excluded.

Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?

A: Basic operation including sample weighing, parameter setting and result reading is straightforward for trained laboratory staff. We provide an operation manual and remote video guidance. For method development and matrix-specific validation, paid on-site training can be arranged for first-time users or large laboratory teams.

Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?

A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.

Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?

A: The instrument should be calibrated with certified carbon standards every 3-6 months for routine quantitative work, and annually for accredited laboratories issuing formal reports. Drift verification with a check standard before each batch is recommended to catch gradual detector sensitivity changes early.

Q7: Are supporting consumables universal? What about the long-term procurement cost?

A: Combustion boats, catalysts and oxygen are available from multiple qualified suppliers, though using original consumables is recommended to maintain combustion efficiency. The recurring cost is moderate and depends on sample throughput; bulk purchasing can reduce unit cost.

Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?

A: Customization options include autosampler capacity, furnace temperature range and special sample introduction modules for high-solids or viscous matrices. Custom orders generate additional cost and extend delivery lead-time compared with standard stock models.

Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?

A: Standard delivery includes remote commissioning guidance and documentation. On-site installation and operator training are not included for small orders, but can be negotiated for bulk procurement or laboratory setup projects where multiple instruments are deployed together.

Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?

A: The analyzer handles solid, liquid and gas samples within the furnace capacity and carbon concentration range. Samples containing high halogen, sulfur or alkali content may require special pretreatment or catalyst selection to avoid catalyst poisoning and tube damage.