Description
Agilent 8890 GC FID System Overview
Engineered with advanced electronic pneumatics and integrated digital intelligence, the 8890 GC provides high-resolution separation of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds, making it ideal for environmental, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and food safety laboratories. The system’s FID offers superior sensitivity and wide linear dynamic range, ensuring reliable quantification of hydrocarbons at trace and high concentration levels.
The inclusion of the Agilent 7693 Autosampler (G4513A injector tower and G4514A sample tray) enhances workflow efficiency through precision automated injections, excellent reproducibility, and reduced operator variability. The injector tower ensures accurate syringe positioning, while the sample tray enables high-throughput processing of multiple samples in sequence. This system is designed for continuous operation in production and research environments requiring repeatable, high-quality analytical data.
Agilent 8890 GC- FID with 7693 Autosampler system is offered fully refurbished and tested, in working condition.
Includes:
- Agilent 8890A Gas Chromatograph (GC)
- Single Split/Splitless Inlet (SSL)
- Single Flame Ionization Detector (FID)
- Agilent 7693 Series Autosampler
- Agilent G4513A Injector Tower
- Agilent G4514A Sample Tray
- Data System
- 90-Day Warranty Coverage
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Technical Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Gas Chromatograph (GC) |
| Model | Agilent 8890 GC |
| Configuration | Single FID, Single SSL Inlet with 7693 Autosampler |
| Autosampler | Agilent 7693 ALS (G4513A Injector Tower + G4514A Sample Tray) |
| Application Range | Quantitative analysis of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds |
| Inlet System | |
| Inlet Type | Split / Splitless (SSL) |
| Inlet Configuration | Single inlet |
| Temperature Range | Up to ~400°C (configuration dependent) |
| Control | Electronic Pneumatic Control (EPC) |
| Oven | |
| Temperature Range | Ambient +4°C to ~450°C |
| Ramp Programming | Multi-step programmable temperature gradients |
| Cooling | Forced-air cooling |
| Detector (FID) | |
| Type | Flame Ionization Detector (FID) |
| Detection Principle | Ionization of organic compounds in hydrogen-air flame |
| Sensitivity | High sensitivity to hydrocarbons (pg carbon level) |
| Dynamic Range | ~10^7 linear range |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition |
| Required Gases | Hydrogen, Air, Makeup gas (Nitrogen or Helium) |
| Autosampler (7693 ALS) | |
| Injector Tower | G4513A |
| Sample Tray | G4514A |
| Injection Type | Automated liquid injection |
| Performance | High precision and reproducibility for consistent injection volumes |
| Throughput | Supports multi-sample automated sequences |
| Pneumatics | |
| Control System | Electronic pressure and flow control (EPC) |
| Carrier Gas Options | Helium, Hydrogen, Nitrogen |
| System Integration | |
| Software | Agilent OpenLab CDS (or equivalent) |
| Interfaces | LAN / standard instrument communication protocols |
| Physical | |
| Form Factor | Bench-top |
| Footprint | Compact laboratory GC system with autosampler module |
| Build | Engineered for continuous routine laboratory operation |
Additional information
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Key Features
- Agilent 8890 GC platform with advanced EPC for precise gas control and reproducibility
- Single Split/Splitless (SSL) inlet for versatile sample introduction
- High-sensitivity Flame Ionization Detector (FID) for hydrocarbon analysis
- Wide linear dynamic range (~10^7) enabling trace to high-level quantification
- Integrated Agilent 7693 Autosampler for automated, consistent injections
- 7693 G4513A injector tower ensures accurate syringe alignment and injection precision
- 7693 G4514A sample tray supports high-throughput sample handling
- Fast oven ramping and stable thermal performance for efficient separations
- Compatible with Agilent OpenLab CDS for data acquisition and instrument control
- Designed for continuous operation in high-demand laboratory environments
Applications
- Environmental analysis of VOCs and semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs)
- Petrochemical and hydrocarbon profiling
- Pharmaceutical impurity analysis and quality control
- Food and flavor compound analysis
- Forensic and toxicology laboratories
- Chemical manufacturing process monitoring
Operating Guide – Agilent 8890 GC System
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What type of analysis is the Agilent 8890 GC best suited for?
This system is optimized for the analysis of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds, particularly hydrocarbons, making it ideal for environmental, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical applications.
What advantages does the FID detector provide?
The Flame Ionization Detector offers exceptional sensitivity for organic compounds, a wide linear dynamic range, and excellent reproducibility for quantitative analysis.
Is the 7693 autosampler included in this configuration?
Yes, this system includes the Agilent 7693 Autosampler with G4513A injector tower and G4514A sample tray for automated liquid sampling.
Can the system support high-throughput workflows?
Yes, the integrated autosampler and fast oven ramping enable efficient processing of multiple samples with minimal operator intervention.
Which gases are required for operation?
The system typically requires carrier gas (helium, hydrogen, or nitrogen) along with hydrogen and air for the FID detector.









