EnviroLink and Vector/2 Mass Spectrometer Data Systems

EnviroLink & Vector/2 Data Systems

"Purchasing EnviroLink was a cost-efficient move for upgrading our old GC/MS instrumentation. The real time processing capability of Vector/2, the ease of manual tuning (allowing observation of the effect of a ramp of voltages applied to a given parameter), and the ability to encompass many more masses per scan descriptor are definite advantages over the old systems."
AXYS Analytical Services Ltd
British Columbia, Canada

"EnviroLink on Windows allows us to retain important calibration requirements for each sample batch such as CCC'c and SPCC's. This software facilitates conventions set by EPA standards, as well as, NELAC certification. EnviroLink provides a stable environment for instruments and ease of use on our network."
Jim Rowley
Technology Director
Anachem, Inc.
Dallas, Texas

"We purchased the Adron System through ProLab Resources because the GPIB board on our system became defective and was no longer available. The Adron system allowed us to keep our current mass spectrometer rather than purchase a new one. The system is easy to use and has performed well for us."
David Hepburn, Ph.D.
Analytical Research Chemist
Buckman Laboratories
Memphis, Tennessee

Whether your needs require a flexible, reliable data system for complex research; or a simple system for routine production environments; Adron Systems has the mass spectrometer data system to meet your analytical and business challenges. We support a broad selection of mass spectrometers, chromatographs, and samplers.

Upgrade to the Vx Acquisition System

Teknivent and ProLab users, if you are looking for a data system upgrade, your wait is over. By upgrading your Vector/2™ or EnviroLink™ system to Vx, you no longer need OS/2. Visit our Vx product page for more details.

"On Windows" Versions of EnviroLink & Vector/2

The new "On Windows" versions of EnviroLink™ & Vector/2™ are an essential upgrade for current users. This version moves HP ChemStation processing from the "Win-OS2" desktop directly onto the Windows XP desktop; providing easier access, easier printing, and improved reliability.

The "On Windows" version provides the benefits of Windows:

Backup to DVD±R, CD-R, tape, or your network backup server.
Utilize the latest PC's.
Utilize the latest printers with local and network support.
Provides strong workgroup support. Acquire data at one station; process and review at another.

The Feature Set

EnviroLink & Vector/2 are full featured data systems meeting the tasks associated with GC/MS and LC/MS data acquisition, processing and reporting. Our data systems simplify the analytical process, from sample introduction to final report, providing the tools you need to improve laboratory productivity and efficiency. Our features:

Integrated instrument control.
Flexible data acquisition modes.
Automation using methods and sequences.
Versatile data analysis modes.
Library search.

Integrated instrument control for a variety of mass spectrometers, chromatographs and samplers. Our software allows you to control, set, and monitor instrument parameters. Mass spectrometer tuning and calibration allows for fine level control of your system's elements.

Vector/2 only. Analog input channels may be installed to monitor additional signals, such as temperature, pressure, or UV signal. Instrument status parameters can also be monitored. These signals correlate in time with the mass spectral data for easy comparison of results.

Flexible data acquisition modes allow data to be acquired in scan or selected ion monitoring modes. Our versatile scan tables allow you to define multiple time segments and mass ranges for each time segment.

Automation using methods and sequences improves productivity. With EnviroLink & Vector/2, you create methods that define mass spectrometer, chromatograph, and autosampler acquisition parameters. Multiple methods can be defined to target specific samples.

Sequences automate the acquisition of data from multiple samples and are used in conjuction with autosamplers and purge-and-trap devices. Our data system allows for explicit naming of data files or names based on a flexible template architecture. Data processing of results may optionally be triggered as data files are generated.

EnviroLink only. Versatile data analysis modes are part of HP (Agilent) ChemStation data processing. ChemStation includes these specific types of analyses:

Enhanced mode for routine and non-EPA environmental analyses.
EnviroQuant mode for environmental analyses using EPA methods.
Drug analysis mode for drugs of abuse, doping, and forensics.
Aromatics in gasoline mode for performing reformulated gasoline analyses.

Library search utilizing probability-based matching (PBM) are incorporated into EnviroLink (through ChemStation) and as an option in Vector/2. A variety of mass spectral libraries are available for ChemStation including NIST (4.5, 98, 2002, 2005) and Wiley. For Vector/2, NIST 4.5 is available. Both systems allow creation of custom user libraries.

Commonality and Differences

EnviroLink & Vector/2 data systems share a common heritage. Instrument control, instrument tuning and data acquisition are identical between these systems, aside from some instrument control parameters.

Data processing differentiates these systems. Vector/2 targets the researcher focused on:

Mass spectra including raw, un-integerized profile data.
Library searches.
Extraction of ion chromatograms and their manipulation.
Electrospray data and deconvolution.
Innovative instrument control.

Vector/2 has its own processing packages for accomplishing these and other tasks.

EnviroLink users rely on HP (Agilent) ChemStation and EnviroQuant for data processing. (The "EnviroLink" name emphasizes the "linkage" between the acquisition system and HP's EnviroQuant.) Most new customers choose EnviroLink for their data system needs.

The Package

What does an EnviroLink or Vector/2 system consist of?

Quadrupole systems contain an "acquisition unit" that does most of the work controlling the quadrupole instrument. The unit contains at least two controller boards:

TEK-806 - A microprocessor based controller responsible for I/O with the PC. It processes requests from the PC and buffers acquired data.
TEK-900 - A DSP controller responsible for fine level control of the mass spectrometer. This board does the work of controlling the mass spectrometer elements, acquiring data, and pulling in status information.

HP mass spectrometers require the TEK-806 and TEK-900 boards. "Analog" quadrupole instruments that require a mass scan voltage (mass set) signal and/or an ion signal input, additionally require the TEK-803 board. Some quadrupole instruments may also require specialized boards that replace original system boards. Examples include Finnigan Incos-50 and OWA mass spectrometers.

Iontrap systems utilize the instrument's existing microprocessor control (SAP) board. (Note: Iontrap systems are correspondingly less expensive.)

All systems include: