Agilent, 18710-60170, FID/TCD performance evaluation sample kit

The Agilent FID/TCD Performance Evaluation Standard Kit contains a defined hydrocarbon mixture for assessing gas chromatograph detector performance. The evaluation solution contains normal tetradecane, normal pentadecane and normal hexadecane in hexane, with each normal hydrocarbon present at a specified low concentration. Three sealed 0.5 mL ampoules provide separate portions for scheduled checks. Suitable GC methods can use the mixture to evaluate response behavior, retention consistency and system readiness when the flame ionization detector or thermal conductivity detector is installed with the appropriate column and operating conditions. Prepare and inject the standard using a validated procedure, taking care to minimize evaporation and avoid contamination after opening an ampoule. Keep the reference liquid separate from unknown samples and record the evaluation results against the laboratory's acceptance criteria. The kit is a detector-performance evaluation solution, not a detector, a calibration gas cylinder or three individually isolated pure hydrocarbon standards.