Shimadzu announces new LCMS RX Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometry Series

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments has introduced the new LCMS RX series of triple quadrupole mass spectrometry instruments at ASMS 2024, Anaheim, California. These advanced systems are supported by integrated hardware and software technologies to ensure reliable and robust results at lower operating costs, even in the most challenging and dynamic laboratory environments.

A suite of technologies introduced with the RX series includes:

• Shimadzu’s latest innovation, CoreSpray™, that enhances reliability by increasing gas flow and improving nebulizer coaxiality. This improves the heat distribution of the ionization source, ensuring unparalleled sample ionization, significantly enhancing the reliability of analytical data. The IonFocus™ electrode effectively removes matrix contaminants, resulting in lower noise levels, superior data quality and reduced maintenance needs. Building on the foundation of Shimadzu’s sensitivity and Ultra-Fast Mass Spectrometry (UFMS) technologies, the LCMS-TQ RX series provides dependable data acquisition and a robust performance.
• The LCMS RX instruments ensure robust and efficient performance under challenging conditions. Enhanced software capabilities autonomously monitor the system, reducing the need for manual intervention. Furthermore, the Performance Concierge proactively evaluates system performance with a standard solution, troubleshoots problems and notifies operators of maintenance needs, effectively minimizing instrument downtime.
• The LCMS RX series enables responsible operation for lower laboratory costs and reduced environmental impact. These instruments provide an Ecology Mode function that automatically checks system status and shuts the instrument down after sample queues are completed. This reduction in power consumption minimizes the running cost of the laboratory and consumes less resources.

As Shimadzu’s premier triple quadrupole mass spectrometer, the LCMS-8060RX is ideal for routine analysis, delivering a balance of robustness, sensitivity and cost-effectiveness. Advanced RX technologies provide improved stability, ease of use and lower operating costs. This new instrument exceeds Shimadzu’s LCMS-8060NX in sensitivity and rapid analysis capabilities while adding the enhancements exclusive to the RX series.

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