Introduction
A sample concentrator is an instrument used to concentrate the samples by the evaporation of the solvent, and it is used in the chemistry, the biology, the environmental, the pharmaceutical, and the many other laboratories. The sample concentrator consists of a heating or a vortex system, a nitrogen or an air supply, which provides the gas flow over the sample surface, a sample holder, and the controls, and it concentrates the samples by the evaporation of the solvent, with the gas flow and the heat accelerating the evaporation; the sample concentrator is used for the concentration of the samples before the analysis, for the concentration of the extracts, for the preparation of the samples, for the evaporation of the solvents, and for many other applications, and it is available in various configurations, from the single position to the multi position models; the sample concentrator is an essential instrument for the sample preparation. Sample concentrators are used in the chemistry laboratories, in the biology laboratories, in the environmental laboratories, in the pharmaceutical industry, and for many other applications. With their evaporation, sample concentrators are essential for the sample concentration.
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2010
Sample Concentrator is a compact design with a temperature range of RT +5 °C to 99 °C. It accommodates a wide variety of test tubes, diameters ranging from 10 to 29 mm, and volumes fro...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2010
Sample Concentrator can concentrate 1 to 12 samples without manual supervision. Multiple optical sensors are used to monitor each sample's concentration process. Equipped with an automat...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2010
Sample Concentrator is a microprocessor based controlled instrument using high-purity aluminium as heat conducting medium having temperature range of +5 ℃ to 160 ℃. The models have air...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2011
Sample Concentrator is a microprocessor based controlled instrument using high-purity aluminium as heat conducting medium having temperature range of +5 ℃ to 160 ℃. The models have air...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2012
Sample Concentrator is a high-precision visible concentrator with a temperature range of RT +5 °C to 160 °C. It uses nitrogen gas at a pressure of 1.9 MPa with a flow rate of 15 alumi...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2013
Sample Concentrator offers high-precision temperature control with a temperature control range of RT +5 °C to 160 °C. It has a digital display with ±1 °C accuracy, providing precise ...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2011
Sample Concentrator accelerates the concentration of samples by blowing nitrogen gas at the rate of 15 aluminium when the equipment is in operation. The models have provisions of concent...
Sample Concentrator LSCO-T2010
Sample Concentrator accelerates the concentration of samples by blowing nitrogen gas at the rate of 15 aluminium when the equipment is in operation. The models have provisions of concent...
Standards
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Sample concentrator for rapid evaporation and concentration of multiple samples.
2. Nitrogen blow-down or vacuum evaporation for parallel sample concentration.
3. Suitable for analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical, environmental, food and clinical labs.
4. Includes heating block, gas manifold, sample tubes, controller and operation manual.
5. Supports sample preparation for GC, HPLC, LC-MS and other analytical techniques.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this concentrator mainly applied to?
A: The sample concentrator is used in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical research, environmental testing, food safety, clinical diagnostics, forensic and research laboratories to rapidly evaporate solvents and concentrate multiple samples simultaneously for analytical sample preparation. It supports sample concentration before GC, HPLC, LC-MS and other chromatographic analysis, environmental sample extract concentration, pharmaceutical metabolite and impurity sample preparation, food safety residue testing, clinical and forensic sample preparation, and general laboratory solvent evaporation. The nitrogen blow-down or vacuum evaporation enables parallel processing of multiple samples, increasing throughput and reducing preparation time. It is essential for analytical, pharmaceutical, environmental, food, clinical and forensic laboratories requiring rapid, parallel sample concentration for chromatographic analysis, residue testing, metabolite studies, sample preparation and research, where efficient solvent evaporation and sample concentration are critical for analytical sensitivity, sample throughput, detection limits and workflow efficiency in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical development, environmental monitoring, food safety and clinical applications requiring concentrated samples for instrumental analysis.
Q2: What standards does the concentrator comply with?
A: The sample concentrator complies with relevant IEC 61010 laboratory electrical safety standards and applicable GB/T standards for laboratory equipment. Analytical applications follow validated sample preparation methods and good laboratory practice. The instrument complies with relevant safety standards for nitrogen gas use and solvent evaporation. Users should verify compatibility with their specific sample preparation protocols.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole sample concentrator is covered by a 12-month warranty. The heating block, gas manifold, controller and housing are covered, while sample tubes, needles, gas regulators and fuses are consumables or accessories. Damage from improper use, solvent corrosion or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended service contracts are available.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation requires basic training in sample preparation, nitrogen blow-down technique and laboratory safety. We provide an operation manual and remote guidance. Proper sample tube selection, gas flow setting, temperature control, evaporation monitoring and safety procedures (particularly for flammable solvents) are important for effective concentration and safe operation.
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 maintenance required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Temperature calibration against a reference thermometer recommended every 6-12 months. Gas manifold and needles cleaned periodically. Sample tube condition verified. Routine cleaning recommended, particularly for chemical residue. Gas regulator and flow checked. Full system performance check annually.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Sample tubes, needles, gas regulators and tubing are available from multiple laboratory suppliers, though compatibility should be verified. Long-term consumable cost is low to moderate depending on sample volume and nitrogen gas usage.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes number of sample positions, tube size, temperature range, gas flow control, evaporation method (nitrogen blow-down, vacuum, centrifugal) and accessories. Additional tubes, needles and accessories can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: Standard delivery includes the sample concentrator and accessories with an operation manual. On-site installation and training are not included for standard orders but can be arranged for analytical laboratory setup. Remote guidance is provided.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The sample concentrator evaporates solvents from liquid samples in compatible tubes within the temperature range, gas flow and sample capacity. Highly volatile or flammable solvents require proper fume hood use and gas ventilation. Heat-sensitive samples require lower temperature or vacuum evaporation. Very high boiling solvents may require longer evaporation time or vacuum assistance. Users should select appropriate tube size and material for the sample and solvent, control gas flow to avoid sample splashing or cross-contamination, use appropriate temperature for the sample and solvent, ensure proper ventilation for solvent vapors, monitor evaporation to avoid complete dryness if sample is heat-sensitive, and follow proper chemical safety procedures including eye protection and fume hood use for flammable or toxic solvents. The nitrogen supply should be regulated and the system should not be left unattended during evaporation of flammable solvents.
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