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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We’ve just taken delivery of our first MSLoVent™ for testing. The MSLoVent™ saves 30% on power and carrier gas costs for your GC-MSD/similar instruments that can be shut down over the weekend (more for infrequently used instruments) with minimal unplanned downtime risk! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Agilent 8890/5977C GC-MSD - vanilla coloured rectangular laboratory instruments with autosampler and LCD display

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Based in Europe and doing #Breathomics, studying eCigarettes/vaping, oral malodour or oral care products? If so the #VolaTrap is a great device for breath sampling into TD tubes and we’re launching it at #BMSS2026 Leeds next month! @bmss-official.bsky.social #BMSS46

VolaTrap sampling device for sampling exhaled breath onto TD tubes

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Attending @bmss-official.bsky.social next month. European launches for two #MassSpec products at ATG Scientific Booth.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

For everyday lab equipment like GCs and HPLCs should you really have to spend a fortune (that’s better spent on people) on the hardware or consumables to get a quality solution? enquiries@spectrometrics.com

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Finally, a factory built, mobile monitoring lab with extended mass range SIFT-MS plus GPS and 4G for real-time monitoring and 3D mapping of atmospheric and airborne pollution. @ncas-uk.bsky.social @nickmolden.bsky.social

Infographic describing the benefits (remote, onsite and GPS spatial mapping of pollution) of mobile air monitoring lab

Image of 3.5t mobile laboratory van white with black tinted rear windows

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

IMR-MS: Echoing the Chemistry of Life’s Origins IMR-MS (Ion Molecule Reaction Mass Spectrometry) uses the same ultra-soft ionisation chemistry that forges the prebiotic building blocks of life in deep space’s molecular clouds! #TeamMassSpec - the small molecule #MassSpec missing from your lab! 🌌🧪

Pillars of creation image from Hubble Space telescope depicting elephant trunks of interstellar gas and dust in the Eagle Nebula of the Serpens constellation, some 6,500–7,000 light-years (2,000–2,100 pc) from Earth. Orange hued pillars of clouds in a blue hazy background dotted with magenta stars

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Attending #EnvChem2026 next week? Find @nathhawkins.bsky.social at the ATG Scientific booth to learn about: • Sustainable sample prep • capillary/μPacked SFC • New to the UK SIFT-MS • GC-FTIR for environmental forensics and emerging contaminants ID #SIFTMS #IMRMS

Selected Ion Flow Mass Spectrometry (SIFT-MS) instrument

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Seeking SIFT-MS in the UK & Ireland (plus most of the EU) - new product launch soon! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Did you know that the OPTIC-5 Inlet can be installed with LN2, LCO2 or cryo-refocusing allowing a wide range of injection techniques (including Hot Injection & Trapping for Headspace and SPME). With a PAL3 Sampler and LINEX, you can automate Thermal Desorption too! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

OPTIC-5 model technical comparison of models (MultiPurpose Inlet, Thermal Desorber, Pyrolyzer

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Doing your protein crash for HPLC in a microfuge tube? Did you know you can do it in the autosampler vial and inject from the supernatant to cut your single-use plastic waste enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Vial micro-centrifuge for 8 x 2mL autosampler vials. Great box with blue LCD display panel

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

#TeamMassSpec NIST26 is set to be the biggest change since NIST98 - a revolutionary rather evolutionary upgrade for both GC-MS and LC-MS enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Flyer for NIST26 full GC/MA chromatogram analysis by NIST EI Library

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

If the situation in the Gulf drags on, helium prices will go up. If you’re doing GC or GC-MS and can’t switch to hydrogen, adding a universal helium conservation module can save you a a small fortune. The Ecosaver from Spectrometrics works with virtually any GC/GC-MS! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Multicoloured Helium Balloons on the ceiling of a room with white walls and ceiling.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Thermal Desorption and dynamic headspace are a great tool for the R&D lab, but for a QC or routine lab you really need something that is robust, rugged and easy to use. Spectrometrics do TD and DHS options that work with virtually any GC/GC-MS. enquiries@spectrometrics.com #Volatilomics, #VOCs

GERSTEL DynamicHeadspace Option for Multi Purpose Sampler

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Thermal desorption, thermal extraction and pyrolysis with ambient ionisation MS? Applications include seized drug analysis, the direct analysis of chemical warfare agents and explosives in complex environmental matrices, polymer analysis, flavour/aroma release. enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Cover of Analytical Pyrolysis Techniques and Applications textbook

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

#TeamMassSpec! Your E2M1.5/Duo 2.5 pump hates having a blocked oil mist filter. It makes your pump feel lousy, run a fever, and the back pressure damages its seals. Fix: Spectrometrics value pack: a year's supply: cheaper than one of these Agilent originals enquiries@spectrometrics.com #MassSpec

Agilent oil mist filter for Duo 2.5 rotary pump (blue plastic casing with a white filter element)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Phthalates are one of the most common contaminants in GC analysis. Loose bagged vial caps are a major source. Spectrometrics are your one-stop stop for affordable vials, caps and autosampler syringes. With a range of phthalate, PFAS and siloxane free cap options.

Magnetic screw caps for 2mL short thread autosampler vials

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Do you want to cut consumable waste by 2 tonnes/yr per assay? Spin GC and HPLC vials from 2 mL to 40 mL directly – no transfers, no culture/microtubes, straight to autosampler. ROI <6 months for routine labs. UK-made, IP-protected swing-out buckets (23/28 mm). enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Vial centrifuge for 10/20mL headspace vials showing rotor with swing-out buckets and bowl.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

🥼 Spectrometrics solutions are ideal for mid-range UKRI capital equipment initiatives like BBSRC Alert. Analysis for Innovative research that works from biomarker discovery through large scale nutrition & health studies. Add a unique, national capability to your lab! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Selerity supercritical fluids chromatography SFC-MS system (available in μpacked and capillary configurations)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

We designed the MSSoftVent™ for SFC-EI-MS where we routinely shut the instrument down after a sequence has finished.

Capillary supercritical fluids chromatography-mass spectrometry (SFC-MS) system comprising SFC (cream & blue box shaped instrument) and Agilent 5977 MSD (cream and charcoal grey box)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

#TeamMassSpec: we’ve developed the MSSoftVent that lets you shut down your #MassSpec to save energy, but keep it under backing vacuum for rapid start up. enquiries@spectrometrics.com Though it’s been designed for Agilent GC-MSD/QQQ systems, it will work on many other systems.

Cut away schematic of turbomolecular pump showing rotor blades, shaft and bearings

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

🥰 For Sale: Refurbished PAL-xt sampler seeking a new GC-MS soulmate! Fully serviced, ready to inject love into your lab. Reliable, precise, & full of charm. email: enquiries@spectrometrics.com for details! 💖 #LabEquipment #GCMS #ScienceLove

GERSTEL branded PAL-xt sampler configured for headspace and liquid injection

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

🇬🇧 🇮🇪- Do you have a vintage PAL or GERSTEL MPS? Did You can upgrade to a certified pre-owned PAL-xt (single or dual head) for a fraction of the cost of a new PAL3, and to keep the costs down further, you can reuse your existing objects. enquiries@spectrometrics.com

PAL Classic autosampler (ribbed body) configured for headspace and liquid injection

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Splitless headspace analysis is a game changer for labs doing residual solvents, environmental & biogenic VOCs. It also opens up Hot Injection & Trapping (HIT) with a standard Agilent inlet (for headspace, SPME, SPME arrow and related techniques).

SPME multi fibre exchange module for PAL3 sampler

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Did you know you can upgrade your existing Agilent MSD to a triple quad for a fraction of the price of a 7000E. You can even upgrade a diff pump system! enquiries@spectrometrics.com #sustainability #greenchemistry

Agilent 5977A MSD with Evolution QQQ upgrade

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Zivak’s Multitasker takes control of the data analysis in CE-IVD workflows, saving you the cost of a CE-IVD LC-MS. This means that in many countries, you can use the standard (research) version of your #MassSpec. Get the Robot + MassSpec for less than the CE-IVD LC-MS!

Zivak multitasker robot for clinical and forensic toxicology assays

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Did you know you can miss (less stable) metabolites, or their derivatives with batch prep? They’re filtered out in your preprocessing. Just-in-time metabolomics preserves them, boosting feature retention & biomarker discovery. #Metabolomics #ScienceTips #PrepAhead enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Metabolomics prep-station (rail based sampler with trays, wash stations and incubators) for just-in-time MOX-TMS GC-MS Metabolomics

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Did you know that Spectrometrics supplies olfactory detection ports that allow human super-sniffers to detect and identify biomarkers for diseases like Parkinson’s, Dogg-O™/Dogg-ODP™ versions for sniffer and medical detection dogs and electroantennographic detection, GC-EAG for GC and GC-MS!

Medical detection dog sniffing scent training swab

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Boost your lab's sustainability with a vial centrifuge! Simplify & scale down analytical chemistry sample prep, reducing waste (kg per assay) & energy use while maintaining precision. Go green, streamline workflows, & save resources! enquiries@spectrometrics.com 🌱🔬 #SustainableLab #GreenChemistry

Vial centrifuge with rotor for 10/20mL autosampler vials (rotors for EPA/VOA vials also available)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Doing Thermal Desorption and want to condition your tubes? We have certified pre-owned GERSTEL Tube Conditioners in stock (can be configured for Markes Tubes and GERSTEL TDS, TDU ones).

GETSTEL Tube Conditoner, red box with tube holder (fitted with 10 x TDS glass tubes)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

#TeamMaasSpec would your expression CMS or RADIAN ASAP benefit from an accurate mass upgrade? enquiries@Spectrometrics.com #Forensics #Pharma #MassSpec

Advion expression compact mass spectrometer (blue box) with sampling port for the direct analysis of samples via a probe

Waters RADIAN ASAP compact mass spectrometer (grey box) with black sampling port on front for the direct analysis of samples via a probe

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Attention GxP and ISO 17025 labs! 📢 Is your #GERSTEL CF-200 or mVORX out of guaranteed support? Don’t risk downtime! We’ve got ONE of each in stock to keep your methods running smoothly. 🔧 Grab them now and ensure you have backup to keep your lab operational. #LabEquipment #GxP #ISO17025 #MCERTS

GERSTEL Centrifige (white box with red stripe) mounted on the rail of an xyz Multi Purpose Sampler

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

🔥 heatwaves + air con = 😞 volatiles analysis 🥵? Chill out with our new PAL3 tray cooler (*Series 2) or refurbished 2DW stack (Series 1 or 2) - both in stock now! enquiries@spectrometrics.com *We do custom tray coolers for the Series 1 and have two tested 6DW stacks in top condition for -xt users!

Cooled tray for PAL3 Series II with slots for 3 x MTP format vials racks/DW plates

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

We have the following certified pre-owned/refurbished systems in stock: • 6890/5975 GC-MSD • PAL-xt 80cm + 120 cm HS & Liquid • 2 PAL-xt metabolomics PrepStations • dual head PAL-xt VOC solution • Agilent PAL3 LSI Series II GC • Thermo Triplus RSI LC • PAL3 RTC 120cm enquires@spectrometrics.com

GERSTEL branded PAL-xt 80cm configured for liquid-, headspace and Large Volume liquid injection.
xyz autosampler with red stipe on horizontal (x-axis) and objects (L to R) mounted under rail: red incubator/agitator, sample wash for 10mL wash solvents, two tray sets for 2mL and 10/20mL headspace vials.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Did you know that you can use hydrogen as a carrier gas with your DiscovIR-GC? enquires@spectrometrics.com

Yellow DVD sized zinc selenide disc illuminated by LED lights inside instrument vacuum chamber

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

The Zivak Multitasker revolutionizes translational #metabolomics with online LC-MS automation, from standard tubes to fast-track your research to the clinical lab. 🚀 biomarker discovery to CE-IVD clinical tests! Email: enquires@spectrometrics.com #Metabolomics2025 #ClinicalBiochemistry #LCMS

Zivak Multitasker: Blue laboratory liquid handling robot with racks for primary tubes and intermediate vials, and sample preparation modules

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Interlaboratory comparisons for seized designer drug analysis by GC-MS show it delivers the correct ID 75% of the time. Maybe it’s time for 🇬🇧 law enforcement labs to upgrade to 100%?

ZnSe (yellow glass) CD sized disc inside vacuum chamber illuminated by LEDs

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

85cm/120cm PAL3 RSI Series I systems now available. Can be configured for LC (as shown) or GC. Can be supplied locked to Thermo or unlocked with new board for any vendor.

85cm Triplus RSI bundle for HPLC with coole DW stack, valve drives and LC tool.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Spectrometrics currently has two (potentially three) dual-head PAL-xt Metabolomics PrepStations en-route for a full refurbish. They’re capable of automating MOX-TMS derivatization of (lyophilised or SpeedVac) dried residues. enquries@spectrometrics.com (headspace & SPME optional)

CombiPAL -xt installed on Agilent GC with robotic arm moving headspace vial to autosampler

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Go green with our eco-friendly vial centrifuge! High-speed, precise extractions slash reagent and consumable use. Compact, durable, and quiet, they boosts lab efficiency while cutting waste. Sustainable science starts here! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Benchtop vial micro-centrifuge (grey with blue control panel) for 12 x 32mm autosampler vials.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

#TeamMassSpec - adding solid phase FTIR in parallel to your #MassSpec is proven to deliver unambiguous identification of structural, positional and diastereo- isomers for seized drugs, chemical ecology, metabolomics and natural products chemistry. Enquiries@spectrometrics.com @asms.org #ASMS2025

DiscovIR-GC instrument (grey box far left) coupled to Agilent 7890/5977B GC-MSD

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Whether you’re scaling up from analytical to semi-prep HPLC, or just want efficiency and throughput gains of mobile phase temperature control, the Selerity Caloratherm can make your method development easier and your analytical science more sustainable. enquiries@Spectrometrics.com

Caloratherm mobile phase conditioner control unit (white box with blue front panel for control buttons and LCD display)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

Spectrometrics currently has several certified pre-owned systems available 🇬🇧/ 🇮🇪 • DiscovIR-GC solid phase GC-FTIR • 85cm PAL3 RSI • Agilent PAL3 LSI Series II Bundle (85cm) • 120cm PAL3 RTC • cooled tray for PAL3 Series II • 2 x 2Mag miltiposition Mix15 magnetic stirrers enquriies@spectrometrics.com

PAL3 cooled tray (compatible with Series II RSI/RTC samplers)

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Our latest #MiniInnovation are vial supports for the standard PAL wash station. They ensure wash vials sit level reducing collision errors and bent syringe needles. Add a new mounting claw, and they also allow you to use your existing wash station when you upgrade to a PAL3, saving you £300-£400.

Cylindrical Support for 10mL vial for use with standard CTC PAL wash station

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Looking for a robust and rugged solution for #HeadspaceTrap/#DynamicHeadspace. Move your GERSTEL DHS R&D methods to routine QC lab! Seeking an alternative to PE Turbomatrix that works with back-pressure regulated GCs (Agillent, Shimadzu or Thermo).

Schematic of Dynamic headspace sampling technique - flushing headspace and trapping on adsorbent trap.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

The NHS has a critical shortage of biomedical scientists. Zivak’s online multitasker fully automates LC-MS/MS analyses freeing up [up to] three biomedical scientists (per-shift) to do more important jobs. enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Zivak muktitasker (white and blue robotic sample handler) coupled fo Thermo Mass Spectrometer

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

DiscovIR-GC is a powerful tool for the identification of emerging contaminants including PFAS - buy now to avoid the impact of US tariffs! enquiries@spectrometrics.com

DiscovIR-GC instrument coupled to Agilent GC-MS

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

🇬🇧 We have two certified pre-owned 2mag MIX 15 magnetic stirrers in stock. enquiries@spectrometrics.com

Three conical flasks containing blue solution sitting on a flat plate stainless steel magnetic stirrer with 15 positions.

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Spectrometrics Limited @spectrometrix.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

We currently have the following certified pre-owned PAL3 systems in stock: • Agilent PAL3 Series II LSI • PAL3 RSI (85cm) • PAL3 RTC (120cm) RSI and RTC can be configured for LC-MS or GC (either as an upgrade or as in a new GC-MS system). enquiries@spectrometrics.com 🇬🇧

PAL3 sampler configured for LC-MS with deepwell stack and valves for injection/online enrichment.

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