Agilent 5975C Inert XL Turbo Pump TAD Triple-Axis MSD G3172A

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Price and cost of ownership of Agilent 5975C Inert XL Turbo Pump TAD Triple-Axis MSD G3172A

Investing in the Agilent 5975C Inert XL Triple-Axis MSD (Model G3172A) offers laboratories a high-sensitivity, cost-effective solution for advanced GC/MS analysis across environmental, food safety, forensic, and industrial applications. A new system is typically priced around $94,000, while a certified refurbished unit averages approximately $23,000, delivering substantial savings without compromising analytical performance. The 5975C Inert XL features enhanced chemical inertness, a turbo molecular pump for stable high-vacuum operation, and a Triple-Axis Detector (TAD) that improves signal-to-noise ratio for trace-level detection. Ongoing costs include consumables such as ion source components, filaments, GC columns, and carrier gases, along with routine maintenance of the turbo pump and system electronics. Software updates and preventative servicing are also important for long-term reliability. A refurbished unit with verified performance and warranty provides a practical path to expanding GC/MS capabilities while maintaining budget efficiency.

Versatile GC-MS Analysis with the Agilent 5975C Inert XL MSD

The Agilent 5975C Inert XL Triple-Axis MSD (G3172A) is a high-performance mass spectrometer designed to operate with compatible gas chromatographs such as the Agilent 6890N GC, Agilent 7890A GC, and Agilent 7890B GC, forming a complete GC-MS system for analyzing complex samples in environmental, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial laboratories. It supports multiple sample introduction techniques, including liquid injection with autosamplers, purge and trap for VOC analysis, and headspace sampling for residual solvent testing under USP <467>, while also accommodating advanced inlet options such as PTV and split/splitless configurations. This system aligns with key regulatory methods including EPA Method 8015 for non-halogenated organics, EPA Method 502.2 and EPA Method 524.3 for VOCs in drinking water using purge and trap, and EPA Method 8270D for semi-volatiles, as well as AOAC pesticide residue workflows. With its inert flow path, turbo molecular pump, and enhanced sensitivity from the triple-axis detector, the system delivers reliable, reproducible performance for demanding analytical and regulatory applications.