Thermo Scientific iCAP Qnova Series Pre-Installation Requirements Manual page 34

Operating Environment
Exhaust System
NOTICE
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Figure 3-2. Exhaust ports joined with Y-piece (option)
A purge connection is provided in the Y-piece of the exhaust line, see
Figure 3-2. This connection can be used when purging the CR gas
capillaries, see for example
Figure 3-3. Y-piece with capillary at purge connection
Table 3-2. Specifications for the exhaust
Exhaust type Hose ID [mm]
Plasma 63
Instrument 63
heat
Joined 100
a
exhaust
a
optional
The exhaust system must be tested for leakage before you connect it to
the instrument.
purge connection
Figure 3-3.
Exhaust Velocity [m/s]
6 to 8
4 to 6
5 to 7
3
Exhaust Flow [m /h]
67 to 90
45 to 67
150 to 200
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