Agilent 6890N GC with 5973 MSD and Tekmar Atomx | Purge and Trap GCMS System

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Automated Trace-Level VOC Analysis for Environmental and Analytical Laboratories

If your laboratory is struggling with manual extraction errors or failing to meet strict trace-level detection limits for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), the Agilent 6890N/5973 GC/MS system paired with a Tekmar Atomx Purge and Trap system delivers the ultimate automated, high-sensitivity solution. By combining the precise Electronic Pneumatic Control (EPC) of the Agilent 6890N gas chromatograph with the dependable 5973 single quadrupole MSD, this platform achieves exceptional peak resolution and rapid spectral library matching in full scan or SIM modes. The integrated Tekmar Atomx concentrator completely automates sample extraction, moisture management, and trap desorption, maximizing the recovery of low-level volatiles while eliminating time-consuming manual prep. It is a rugged, highly cost-effective powerhouse perfectly optimized for environmental laboratories running high-throughput water and soil analysis under strict regulatory compliance, including EPA Methods 8260 and 524.

Agilent 6890N 5973 Purge and Trap GCMS System Price and Cost of Ownership: Reliable Performance at Lower Cost

The Agilent 6890N GC/MS System with an Agilent 5973 Mass Selective Detector and Tekmar Atomx Trap and Purge System provides a highly cost-effective solution for laboratories performing volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis in environmental, industrial, and regulatory testing applications. Certified refurbished systems typically range from approximately $35,000 to $50,000, offering substantial savings compared to comparable new platforms such as an Agilent 8890 GC with 5977C MSD and Tekmar Atomx XYZ Purge and Trap system, which commonly range from approximately $140,000 to $180,000 depending on configuration and software options. In addition to the initial acquisition cost, laboratories should consider ongoing operational expenses, including carrier gases, purge gas supplies, GC columns, trap consumables, septa, liners, calibration standards, vacuum pump maintenance, ion source cleaning, autosampler consumables, software support, preventive maintenance, and compliance-related qualification services. Long-term ownership considerations may also include trap replacement, detector maintenance, vacuum system servicing, and performance verification to ensure continued analytical accuracy and regulatory compliance. Purchasing a certified refurbished Agilent 6890N 5973 GC/MS System with Tekmar Atomx Trap and Purge allows laboratories to significantly reduce capital expenditures while benefiting from proven GC/MS reliability, sensitive VOC preconcentration, automated sample preparation, robust quantitative performance, and established compatibility with environmental methods such as EPA 524, EPA 524.2, EPA 524.3, EPA 8260, and other VOC monitoring workflows.

EPA Method 8260D: Volatile Organic Compounds Using the GC 6890N Agilent with 5973 MSD and Tekmar Atomx | Purge and Trap GCMS System

The Agilent 6890N GC/MS System equipped with the Agilent 5973 Mass Selective Detector and Tekmar Atomx Trap and Purge System provides a highly effective analytical platform for EPA Method 8260D, which is used for the determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in environmental matrices, including water, soil, and waste samples. The Tekmar Atomx system enables precise preconcentration of trace VOCs from aqueous or solid samples, enhancing sensitivity and reproducibility for low-level analytes before chromatographic separation. The 6890N GC delivers robust, high-resolution separation of complex VOC mixtures, while the 5973 MS ensures accurate identification and quantitation through reliable mass spectral detection. Laboratories benefit from stable retention times, high analytical throughput, and excellent quantitative performance that support regulatory compliance, environmental monitoring, and remediation studies. This integrated GC/MS and automated purge-and-trap workflow minimizes manual handling, reduces sample variability, and increases efficiency, making it ideal for environmental laboratories tasked with routine VOC analysis. Combined with proven Agilent reliability, sensitive VOC preconcentration, and automated sample introduction, the 6890N 5973 GC/MS with Tekmar Atomx Trap and Purge provides a dependable, high-performance solution for EPA 8260D applications.

AMP Tech Analytical Solutions for Academic Research and Grant-Funded Laboratories

At AMPTIUS | AMP Tech Instruments, we support the advancement of scientific education and innovation by providing cost-effective analytical instruments tailored to the unique budget constraints of the academic sector. Every pre-owned system in our inventory is independently evaluated and fully verified within our in-house testing laboratory, making our AMP Tech Certified equipment an ideal choice for university chemistry departments, core facilities, and researchers optimizing limited grant funding. Because academic applications vary heavily from undergraduate teaching labs to complex graduate research, we precisely document each unique listing to ensure the specific components align with your educational goals or specific institutional SOPs. To guarantee that your system includes the exact module configuration required for your research methodology and to align with your university’s procurement process or funding timeline, we highly encourage you to connect directly with our active sales management team or request a customized quote before purchase.