Agilent
8900 ICP-MS
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The Agilent / Varian 8900 is an Inductively Coupled Plasma - Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS). The 8900 ICP-MS is used for trace element analysis.[1][2][3]
What it is
How it works
General reference — not yet source-verifiedAn ICP-MS operates by introducing a liquid sample into a nebulizer, which creates a fine aerosol. The aerosol is carried into an argon plasma generated by a radio-frequency coil, where temperatures reach several thousand degrees Celsius. In the plasma, the sample is atomized and ionized, forming positively charged ions.
Applications
General reference — not yet source-verifiedAdditional applications include the analysis of high-purity metals and alloys, geological samples, food and beverage safety testing, and clinical research. The instrument's multi-element capability and low detection limits make it suitable for regulatory compliance and research requiring ultratrace quantification.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ICP-MS used for qualitative or quantitative analysis?General reference — not yet source-verified
ICP-MS is primarily used for quantitative analysis, but it can also provide qualitative information by scanning a mass range. Quantitative results are obtained by calibrating with known standards or using internal standards.
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No specifications for the 8900 ICP-MS are on record.
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- [1]Equipment inventory listing
- [2]Inventory photo
- [3]Equipment inventory listing
Last updated Oct 8, 2026.
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