Agilent GC/MS Hardware, Software, and Consumables Optimized for the Analysis of US EPA Method 8270

Oral Presentation

Prepared by F. Feyerherm
Agilent Technologies, 2850 Centerville Road, Wilmington, Delaware, 19808

Contact Information: Fred_Feyerherm@Agilent.com; 972-699-6424


ABSTRACT

This presentation will focus on the Agilent GC/MS system for the analysis of US EPA Method 8270. US EPA Method 8270 is used to determine the concentration of semi volatile organic compounds in extracts prepared from a variety of matrices that include: solids, soil, air, and wastewaters. This presentation will provide details on performance metrics such as detection limits, sample to sample cycle time, and calibration range.

Discussion will include DFTPP tuning and tune stability.

Tips and tricks will be offered for analysis of “very dirty” extracts. A software demonstration will be shown on data analysis and reporting.

The topic of helium conservation and the use of alternative carrier gases such as hydrogen will also be covered.