Process Mass Spectrometry Product Comparison Guide

Which process mass spectrometer is best for my application?

Thermo Scientific process mass spectrometers are engineered to meet a number of challenging process applications in the petrochemical, iron and steel, and biotechnology industries. Use this comparison chart to see which process mass spectrometer is right for you.

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	Prima PRO Sentinel PRO	Prima BT

Measurement Technology	High precision scanning magnetic sector mass spectrometer	High precision scanning magnetic sector mass spectrometer
Cooling	Air conditioner	Fan cooled
Ambient Temperature Range	12 °C to 40 °C	Ideally 18 to 22 °C. Permissible range 12 °C to 30 °C
Rapid Multistream Sampler	32 or 64 streams	16 ports
RMS Maximum Temperature	120 °C	80 °C
Calibration Manifolds	Up to four 6-way manifolds	Single 6-way manifold
Number of Serial Ports	5	3
Inputs & Outputs	13 digital inputs, 13 digital outputs plus wide range of optional analog & digital I/O	4 digital inputs, 3 digital outputs
Warranty	3 year standard	1 year standard, option for 3 years
Service Kit	Standard	Optional