Second Generation Triple Quadrupole MS Launched

IONICS Mass Spectrometry has launched its latest generation of the 3Q Molecular Analyzers the 3Q Series 200 and 3Q Series 100. “We are committed to responding to customer needs and are expanding the product line to meet the market demand” said Erik Hansen, Vice President Commercial Operations.

The Series 200 instruments (3Q 220 dual source, 3Q 210 single source) are designed for maximum sensitivity for the most demanding assays. The high sensitivity 3Q Series 200`s can run the most challenging assays (i.e. quantitation of free testosterone at 1.2 pg/ml or fentanyl to 250 attograms/ml). The 3Q Series 200's are extremely sensitive yet robust instruments.

The Series 100 instruments (3Q 120 dual source/3Q 110 single source) are designed for routine assays with industry performing sensitivity. The 3Q Series 100 has an extended mass range to 2150 m/z and is the ideal solution for labs performing routine assays and will provide high quality results day-after-day.

IONICS advances can be found throughout the new 3Q Molecular Analyzer Platform. Highlights include:

• Torrent Multi-Option Dual Source™, the only source with the flexibility to be configured for ESI/ESI, ESI/APCI, or APCI/APCI.
• Patented HSID™ (Series 100) and HSID Select™ (Series 200) interfaces (HSID – Hot Source-Induced Desolvation).
• Zero cross-talk collision cell.
• Patented Unifield™ Detector.

IONICS innovation is also evident in the vertical footprint, engineered to minimize space requirements. Designed-in serviceability and modularized components ensure maximum uptime, reliability and performance.
“IONICS was set up to create and develop high performance triple quadrupole mass spectrometers. The Series 100 and Series 200 platforms significantly expand our offering providing broader access to IONICS technology and pushing the boundaries of sensitivity and robustness. We are not done yet so stay-tuned” said Dr. Reza Javahery, President and Co-founder IONICS Mass Spectrometry, “We will continue to make advances on sensitivity, throughput and performance”.