Element Analysis Flow for the MassHunter Workstation
This section describes the general workflow for element analysis with this instrument.
For more information about each operation, refer to the respective sections.
Procedure Overview
The instrument is usually in standby mode when you begin operation. If the power to the instrument is turned off, refer to Starting from Shutdown Mode in Starting the Instrument from Cold to put the instrument into standby mode. Have the target samples and the standard solution ready for use. If you use an autosampler, turn on the autosampler and make sure that the communication cable is connected before you start MassHunter.
Start MassHunter Workstation |
Start the MassHunter Workstation software. |
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Check the Hardware Settings |
Configure and check the settings such as the presence of an autosampler and the types of the nebulizer and lens. |
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Prepare for Analysis |
Check the gas pressure and cooling water, and then set the tuning solution, standard solution, samples, internal standard solution, and so on to the autosampler. |
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Turn Plasma ON / Execute Startup |
After plasma ignition, run Startup to optimize the instrument. |
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Check Instrument Status |
Check meter values to see the instrument status. |
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Create Batch |
Create a batch, and configure the acquisition method, data analysis method, and sample list. |
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Execute Queue |
Add the created batch to the queue and start the acquisition. |
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Check Analysis Results |
The analysis results can be viewed on the panes in the ICP-MSICP-QQQ Data Analysis window. |
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Generate Reports |
Generate a sample report or quick batch report. |
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Save Analysis Results |
Save Analysis results. |
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Turn Plasma OFF |
Turn off the plasma. |
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Exit MassHunter Workstation |
Exit the MassHunter Workstation software. |
For more information on the workflows of the new feature and optional analysis, refer to Workflow in the Reference section of online Help.
- Creating a Batch Template using Method Wizard
- Using Standard QC Error Action Functions in ICP-MS MassHunter 4.2 or later
- Setting up a Chromatographic Data Analysis Method using the Optional Chromatographic Software Module
- Analyzing Single Nanoparticles using the Optional Single Nanoparticle Application Module
For the steps involved in an analysis with non-standard configurations, refer Non-standard Configurations in the Reference section of online Help:
For more information on using a Laser Ablation device, refer to “Laser Ablation for ICP-MSLaser Ablation for ICP-QQQ”.