29/03/2019
Improving MALDI-TOF Performance with Practical Implementation of Very High Post-AccelerationThis paper discusses ways to improve MALDI-TOF performance in ion masses in excess of 100kDa by applying very high post-acceleration voltages.
26/04/2024
Cricket™2 Data Sheet
29/03/2019
Improving Quantification in Time of Flight (TOF) Mass Spectrometers by Optimizing Detector ResponseThis paper looks at ways to optimize the operating parameters of a Time of Flight detector. The paper examines the effects of various MCPs, voltages and gain on the detector.
31/03/2019
Miniature Ion Detectors for Mass Spectrometers Help Move Laboratory Analysis into the FieldThis article describes advancements in the development of miniature ion detectors to facilitate the implementation of truly portable mass spectrometers, residual gas analyzers and other analytical instruments. A wide variety of detectors are available.
31/03/2019
Performance Characteristics of Detectors Operated in Harsh EnvironmentsThis paper discusses the effect of detector degredation when exposed to high atmospheric pressure operation. A comparison of channel electron multipliers in single- and six-channel types were evaluated as was a new MountingPad rimless Microchannel Plate.
31/03/2019
Performance Characterization Of A Simultaneous Positive and Negative Ion Detector For Mass Spectrometry ApplicationsRecent advances in shadow mask and laser ablation technology have opened up new possibilities for making compact segmented detectors.The active area of the microchannel plate can now be effectively partitioned into multiple areas offering specific performance capabilities. Separate areas could be effectively biased to preferentially detect either positively or negatively charged particles.
31/03/2019
Quantum Sub Miniature MCP DetectorThe Development of a Micro-Miniature Microchannel Plate Based Detector For Mass Spectrometry Applications
31/03/2019
Raising the Bar on Electron Multiplier Operation at Elevated PressuresThis paper explores the boundaries of electron multiplication for amplification at pressures above 1x10-4 Torr. Using gain, voltage and dark current measurements in differing multiplier geometries, the maximum operating pressure as a function of voltage and detector gain is presented.
31/03/2019
Reducing Detector Time Jitter to improve Mass Resolution in a Time of Flight Mass SpectrometerThe effects of combining previous research regarding optimizing Microchannel Plates with regards to both optimal resolution parameters and MCP flatness to increase mass resolution by as much as 15%.
31/03/2019
The Development of a High Speed Detector for Time-of-Flight Mass SpectrometryTime of Flight Mass Spectroscopy has become the most widely used technique for identifying very large organic molecules. Recently, companies have started designing table top and portable TOF-MS instruments as the market has shifted. In this presentation, you will learn more about the origins of Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry and how our detectors support these instruments.
31/03/2019
The Development of a Micro-Miniature Microchannel Plate Based Detector For Mass Spectrometry ApplicationsThis paper discusses the development of an MCP-based detector less than 9mm in diameter with a gain of at least 100X. A new technology using brazed ceramic to metal seals was used. Noise tests were done to determine the effects of use in poor vacuum environments.
31/03/2019
The Development of a Novel Cold Electron SourceMicrochannel Plates can be modified to function as spontaneous electron emitters. These electron generators are created by altering the microstructure of the MCP channel, so that spontaneously emitted electrons can be produced, causing cascading secondary electrons. The emission current can be varied over a broad range.
31/03/2019
The Development of a Novel Electron Multiplier with an Onboard Integral High Voltage Power Supply for use in Mass SpectrometersThis paper characterizes the performance of using an onboard integral high voltage power supply in comparison to a traditional external rack-mounted power supply.
31/03/2019
The Development of Novel Resistive Glass Technology to Simplify and Improve Designs in Analytical InstrumentsA new proprietary reduced led silicate glass can be made into geometric glass structures. The glass has resistive properties and can create a very uniform electric field to more effectively guide or attract charged particles. The glass can also have thin film metallization points. These geometric structures can be used for drift tubes, ion guides, collision cells, reflectron lenses and more.
31/03/2019
The Development of Novel Resistive Glass Technology to Simplify Ion Reflectron Lenses, Ion Guides, Drift Tubes and Ion Source Designs in Analytical InstrumentsThis paper examines how Resistive Glass can be used to manufacture reflectron lenses, ion guides, drift tubes and ion sources with similar performance and significantly simplifying the analtyical instrument's design.