Agilent 7820A GC System with FID and 7693 Autosampler

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Agilent 7820A GC System with FID and 7693 Autosampler Applications: GC Platform for Accurate Analysis Across Key Industries

The Agilent 7820A GC System with Flame Ionization Detector (FID), Split/Splitless (S/SL) Inlet, and 7693 Automatic Liquid Sampler (ALS) is a dependable gas chromatography platform optimized for the routine qualitative and quantitative analysis of volatile and semivolatile organic compounds. Engineered for cost-conscious, high-throughput testing environments, the system features full digital Electronic Pneumatics Control (EPC) with 0.01 psi pressure resolution and a programmable oven temperature range extending up to 425°C to deliver exceptional retention time stability. The auto-ranging, highly sensitive FID offers a broad linear dynamic range tailored for comprehensive hydrocarbon screening, while the versatile S/SL inlet seamlessly handles both concentrated product streams and trace-level samples. Supported by the fully integrated Agilent 7693 Autosampler for precise, automated liquid injections, this robust configuration is heavily utilized in pharmaceutical laboratories for raw material QC, as well as environmental facilities executing EPA methods for volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Additionally, it serves as a highly practical, cost-effective workhorse in food safety and chemical manufacturing laboratories for screening flavor profiles and industrial product purity, alongside academic institutions requiring a rugged platform for student training and foundational chromatographic method development.

Agilent 7820A GC Price and Cost of Ownership: Reliable Performance at Lower Cost

Certified refurbished Agilent 7820A GC systems with FID and 7693 Autosampler typically range from approximately $11,000 to $16,500, providing substantial savings compared to purchasing a comparable new Agilent 8860 Gas Chromatograph System with FID and 7693 Autosampler, which is commonly priced around $32,500. Beyond the initial acquisition cost, laboratories should consider ongoing operational expenses such as carrier and detector gases, analytical columns, septa, liners, syringes, autosampler consumables, detector maintenance, calibration standards, preventive maintenance, software support, and replacement electronic or pneumatic components. Long-term ownership considerations may also include injector servicing, FID jet cleaning, autosampler maintenance, compliance-related qualification support, and optional service contracts to maintain consistent chromatographic performance in regulated laboratory environments. Purchasing a certified refurbished Agilent 7820A GC System with FID and 7693 Autosampler allows laboratories to significantly reduce capital expenditures while still achieving reliable analytical performance, automated sample handling, and dependable long-term operation for high-throughput gas chromatography workflows.

EPA Method 8015 Using Agilent 7820A GC System with FID and 7693 Autosampler

The Agilent 7820A Gas Chromatograph System with FID and Agilent 7693 Autosampler provides a reliable and efficient solution for laboratories performing EPA Method 8015 for the analysis of nonhalogenated organics using GC/FID. This configuration delivers excellent chromatographic separation, stable retention times, and highly sensitive flame ionization detection for compounds such as hydrocarbons, gasoline-range organics, diesel-range organics, alcohols, ketones, and other volatile or semi-volatile nonhalogenated compounds commonly analyzed in environmental samples. The Agilent 7820A GC platform offers dependable electronic pneumatic control and consistent oven temperature performance, while the 7693 Autosampler improves workflow efficiency through automated, reproducible sample injections that reduce operator variability and increase throughput. The FID provides a wide linear dynamic range and strong sensitivity for hydrocarbon analysis, making the system well-suited for soil, groundwater, wastewater, and industrial contamination testing workflows aligned with EPA Method 8015 quality control requirements. Combined with its reliable long-term operation, low maintenance design, and dependable chromatographic reproducibility, this configuration offers laboratories an effective and cost-efficient platform for routine environmental GC/FID analysis.

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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.