Shimadzu Scientific Instruments has announced the release of its new ECD-2010 Exceed electron capture detector (ECD). The detector features a newly designed capillary ECD cell that uses Shimadzu’s contact-free technology. Contact-free technology reduces the effect that a dirty sample matrix can have on the detector’s radioactive source. This makes the new ECD-2100 Exceed the detector of choice when performing gas chromatography testing on environmental samples like polychlorinated biphenyl analysis in soil or when analyzing other difficult matrices.

Shimadzu’s contact-free technology is made possible by a unique flow design. The design of this new ECD cell utilizes a sweep gas that effectively minimizes contact of the sample with the detector source while at the same time facilitating the detection process. The result is a longer lasting ECD that will increase the productivity of your lab with more uptime between maintenance cleaning.