SeaPORT Mini GC
The SeaPORT Mini-GC features an oven-less heating technology with fast heat up and fast cool down times. Sensing is performed by a micromachined (MEMS) proprietary sensor array technology and integrated platform. The Mini-GC system requires no carrier gases—reducing the need and cost of consumables.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Seacoast Science, Inc. |
Product Name |
| SeaPORT Mini GC |
Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
Detection Principle |
| Sensors; Chromatography; |
Detection Method |
| Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS); |
Application |
| Laboratory Analysis; Screening; Bulk Analysis; |
Product Model Number |
| 510-TC-A |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The SeaPORT Mini-GC features an oven-less heating technology with fast heat up and fast cool down times. Sensing is performed by a micromachined (MEMS) proprietary sensor array technology and integrated platform. The Mini-GC system requires no carrier gases—reducing the need and cost of consumables. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 9 x 11 x 5 in (23 x 28 x 12.7 cm) |
Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) |
Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; 100 to 240 VAC 50-60 Hz, 1.5 A |
Transportability |
| Handheld |
Operating Conditions |
| 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F), 0 to 90%RH, non-condensing. |
Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Septum (~150 injections/septum) |
Calibration Schedule |
| Minimal calibration |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Septa replacement and ferrule replacement about $50 per year. |
Available Accessories |
| Liquid injector, carrying case |
Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Windows or Macintosh PC control via USB interface; Vernier Software’s Logger Pro software package |
Communications Interface |
| USB 2.0 |
Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
Unit Cost |
| $2,699.00 |
Maintenance Cost |
| Periodic replacement of columns, septa, and sensors |
Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Sensors yes, Mini GC no |
Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Some Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) |
Tested For Explosives |
| Yes |
Tested For Narcotics |
| Yes |
Other Chemical Targets |
| Ketones, alcohols, esters, halogenated alkanes, substituted aromatics, and others |
Adaptability |
| Yes |
Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 2 minutes |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <15 minutes; 10 minutes scanning, with a 5 minutes wait time between samples |
Software Control |
| On-board, PC |
Other Operational Parameters |
| Restek MXT-1 s.s. capillary column (11 m) GC maximum temperature: 160° C, max 10° C/min ramp GC carrier gas: room air Injection volume: 0.01 to 1.0 µL |
Training Required |
| <1 week training |
Training Available |
| Training is available, cost varies |
Manuals Available |
| Operator’s manual |
Warranties |
| 1 year warranty. Syringe, column, and MEMS GC chip are excluded. |