Analysis by Curie-Point-Pyrolysis coupled with gas chromatography.

Routine analysis requires automation due to the increasing demand for shorter analysis times, higher throughput and cost reduction, according to the company. The Pyromat allows users to load up to 24 samples for unattended analysis. All parameters such as temperature, pyrolysis time and gas chromatography (GC) conditions can be defined for each sample, if required.

The Curie-Point-Pyrolyser can be installed or removed from the GC in just a few minutes. In this way, one is said to easily change, reliably and safely, between pyrolysis and liquid injection.

Despite the power of modern analytical instruments, techniques of analysis such as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, one of the most important challenges remains that of sample preparation, especially for non-volatile, insoluble materials and chemicals. Sample preparation can require a lot of time and expertise, particularly when dealing with small sample amounts, according to the company.

Pyrolysis is said to be a well-established method for the analysis of complex non-volatile, chemical materials and is said to provide a time saving alternative. With pyrolysis techniques it is not necessary to perform sample preparation. In addition, small amounts of sample (micrograms) may be sufficient for an analysis. Applications include polymers, copolymers, elastomers, rubbers, etc.

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