The new triple quadrupole mass spectrometry system aims to increase sample throughput and simplify interference removal.
Agilent Technologies announced the launch of the Agilent 9500 Triple Quadrupole Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), a system designed to help laboratories transition to triple quadrupole technology for advanced trace elemental analysis.
As testing demands grow more complex and skilled resources remain limited, laboratories face pressure to deliver faster results without adding operational burden. The Agilent 9500 ICP-MS addresses these challenges by improving productivity and simplifying advanced interference removal.
The system introduces features such as Air Cell and Advanced Helium Mode (AHM), enabled by a proprietary Dual-Cell System (DCS). These capabilities, combined with OpenLab ICP-MS software, support faster data acquisition and reduced rework for both routine and advanced applications.
“With the Agilent 9500, we are fundamentally changing how laboratories adopt and use triple quadrupole ICP-MS,” says Geoff Winkett, vice president and general manager of Agilent’s Spectroscopy and Vacuum Division, in a release. “By making advanced capability straightforward and easily accessible, the 9500 enables customers to migrate their existing single quadrupole methods while benefiting from improved productivity, lower cost of ownership, and the highest data quality.”
Improving Laboratory Throughput
The system delivers a typical reduction of more than 33% in acquisition time, helping laboratories increase sample throughput and reduce the analysis cost per sample. Advanced interference removal, including the ability to use ambient laboratory air for triple quadrupole reactions, reduces complexity and minimizes reliance on oxygen cylinders.
Built on established workflows, the system is supported by software designed to enable the adoption of triple quadrupole technology. Routine users can transition from single quadrupole systems with minimal disruption, while laboratories gain the analytical depth needed for complex sample matrices.
“From a customer perspective, the 9500 changes what’s possible with ICP-MS,” says Winkett in a release. “It delivers the confidence and performance of triple quadrupole analysis in workflows that feel familiar and intuitive, helping laboratories reduce complexity and take on more demanding applications without disruption.”
Applications Across Industries
The Agilent 9500 ICP-MS is designed for use in pharmaceutical, environmental, food, fine chemical, and contract testing laboratories. By enhancing sensitivity and productivity, the system helps laboratories manage growing workloads under cost and resource constraints while reducing the need for reruns.
The launch reflects a shift in the analytical instrumentation market toward advanced technologies that are easier to implement and more practical for routine testing environments.
Photo caption: Agilent 9500 Triple Quadrople ICP-MS
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