Description
The University of New Mexico is seeking to purchase an Elementar Vario Isotope Cube elemental analyzer, a state-of-the-art instrument optimized to simultaneously measure concentrations and stable isotopes of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, and sulfur in diverse sample types. The analyzer is uniquely suited for analyzing a wide range of sample sizes from 20 ug to 1 g, making it particularly effective for samples with low elemental concentrations. The purchase is justified as the instrument will enhance the current capabilities of the Center for Stable Isotopes by offering higher sensitivity, accelerated throughput, and greater versatility in sample types and sizes.
• The Elementar Vario Isotope Cube elemental analyzer is a proprietary system designed for high-sensitivity elemental analysis and precise isotope ratio measurements of samples with very low carbon and nitrogen contents.
• The system is engineered for seamless coupling with isotope ratio mass spectrometers (IRMS), using Elementar’s exclusive zero-blank technology to prevent memory effects and cross-contamination.
• The analyzer has capabilities for measuring large soil/sediment samples with low organic matter content, with sample size ranging from 20 ug to 1000 mg.
• The purchase is being made through a PERC award from the UNM OVPR, and the instrument proposal underwent internal peer review at UNM.