Presentation Profile
LUMA™ vs. FID: A Head-to-Head Comparison of Detector Capabilities
Currently Scheduled: 10/16/2024 - 10:20 AM - 10:40 AM
Room: Daffodil
Main Author
Ryan Schonert - VUV Analytics
Abstract:
The FID is a staple detector ubiquitous across nearly all GC labs; while it is known to have good sensitivity and dynamic range, it struggles to reliably ionize non-hydrocarbon molecules (or cannot, in many cases) and cannot provide any qualitative data. The LUMA™ Programmable Vacuum Ultraviolet Detector has been developed to provide a balance between sensitivity, selectivity, and universality. The LUMA™ can reach detection limits comparable to FID while also providing qualitative information and the ability to detect FID-blind compounds (e.g., water). In this presentation we’ll compare data between LUMA™ and FID across a range of compound classes.
