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Flame Solutions from the Thermo
Scientific iCE 3000 Series Atomic
Absorption Spectrometers
Rapid, robust and reliable flame analysis

The Thermo Scientific iCE 3000 Series Atomic Absorption

Spectrometers provide the complete trace elemental analysis
package, offering stunning simplicity, innovative design and
superior analytical performance

Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (FAAS) is a globally

recognised analytical technique used for analyzing over 60 elements.
It is widely accepted in many industries, which continue to utilize the
unique and specific benefits of the technique.

During the analysis, liquid samples are aspirated and directed to a

flame via a spray chamber, which breaks the aspirated liquid into fine
droplets. The flame is typically created using air/acetylene or nitrous
oxide/acetylene gases, which causes desolvation, vaporization and
atomization of the sample. Hollow cathode lamps provide specific
elemental light output, which is directed through the flame to allow
measurement of elements during atomization. High-performance
optics and precise monochromator operation ensure the light path is
always perfectly aligned for analysis.

Flame solutions from the Thermo Scientific iCE 3000 Series Atomic
Absorption Spectrometers have been developed to allow rapid, robust
and reliable analysis, even for samples with high levels of dissolved
solids or acidic content. The Wizard-driven Thermo Scientific
SOLAAR software guides the novice user through tasks, including
fuel flow optimization and set-up of the burner position. In addition,
a wide range of safety interlocks, a fully automatic gasbox and
automatic flame shut-down features ensure complete user safety
and confidence.
Flame Atomic Absorption Both models are future proof, options to Features and Accessories
Spectrometers add a graphite furnace. Add the GFS33 • The universal finned titanium burner allows

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Flame systems provide the ideal solutions
for laboratories requiring percent level to
parts-per-million detection of a wide range of
elements. Flame atomic absorption requires
only a few milliliters of sample for analysis and
takes just a few seconds to acquire multiple
replicates. Flame systems can be automated
with the use of autosamplers, providing
enhanced productivity and sample throughput.
The iCE 3000 Series Atomic Absorption
Spectrometers provides two options for those
users requiring flame capabilities:
1. The Thermo Scientific iCE 3300 AA
Spectrometer is a compact system which
offers a simple and reliable solution to trace
elemental analysis
2. The Thermo Scientific iCE 3500 AA
Spectrometer is a dual atomizer system
which offers a unique user experience
to the iCE 3300 spectrometer to create a the use of both air/acetylene and nitrous
compact, interchangeable double atomizer, oxide/acetylene flame types and maintains
or add a GFS35 or GFS35Z to the iCE 3500 a stable, reproducible flame.
spectrometer to create a permanently aligned
• The solvent resistant flame kit and auxiliary
flame and furnace dual atomizer system.
oxidant kit are designed for those who
analyse organic solvents on a regular
basis – can be factory fitted if ordered with
the spectrometer. (Optional).
• A dedicated Flame Validator package is
available, providing Installation Qualification
(IQ) and fully automated Operational
Qualification (OQ). (Optional).
• Thermo Scientific SOLAARsecurity is an
addition to the SOLAAR software, enabling
permission controls to functionality and
application of electronic signatures. This is
essential for regulated laboratories and
those requiring 21 CFR Part 11compliance.
(Optional).

Table 1. Summary of the dedicated flame features from the iCE 3000 Series Atomic Absorption Spectrometers

iCE3300 iCE3500
General
Number of Sample Compartments 1 2
PC Control Yes Yes
Software Included as Standard Included as Standard
Lamp Carousel Auto aligning Auto aligning
Lamp Capacity 6 6
Lamp Type Coded and Uncoded, Single and Multi Element Coded and Uncoded, Single and Multi Element
Optics
Monochromator Ebert Echelle
Spectral Bandwidths 0.2, 0.5 and 1.0 nm 0.1 (below 400 nm), 0.2, 0.5 and 1.0 nm
Reciprocal Linear Dispersion 2.0 nm/mm at 200 nm 0.5 nm/mm at 200 nm
Grating 1800 lines/mm 2D Spectrum
Optical Set up Automatic Automatic
Wavelength Range 180–900 nm 180–900 nm
Drift Correction Double Beam Double Beam
Flame Features
Choose 50 mm finned universal burner OR Choose 50 mm finned universal burner OR
Burner Type
100 mm burner 100 mm burner
Gas Box Fully Automatic Fully Automatic
Flame Background Correction Deuterium Deuterium
Flame Autosampler Compatible with Cetac ASX-260, Cetac ASX-520 Compatible with Cetac ASX-260, Cetac ASX-520
Options Available
Furnace Upgrade Yes Yes
Vapor Upgrade Yes Yes
Validator Packages Yes Yes
Security Software Yes Yes
The full range of iCE 3000 Series Atomic Absorption Spectrometers includes dedicated flame, dedicated furnace
and dual atomizer options. Discover them all at www.thermoscientific.com/ice

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