Specialists in quadrupole manufacturing
One of our core areas of expertise is the ability to manufacture, assemble and undertake mechanical and functional testing of quadrupole mass filters for use in LC, QToF, GC, ICP and SIFT mass spectrometers and residual gas analysers.
We have developed a standard Reliance Technology Quadrupole Mass Filter which can be customised to suit our customers’ individual technical and commercial requirements using Ion Flight Modelling capability, developed in-house at Reliance. Additional options such as pre and post filters, mounting saddles, electrical connections and interfaces can also be added.
Our quadrupole manufacturing facility allows us to perform close tolerance rod and ceramic grinding, assembly in cleanroom conditions, a diverse range of fully automated component and assembly cleaning methods, as well as mechanical and functional testing.
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Key Features and Benefits
Over 25 years’ experience as an independent manufacturer of quadrupole mass filters.
Suitable for use in in LC, QToF, GC, ICP and SIFT mass spectrometers and residual gas analysers.
Manufactured in-house and assembled in cleanroom conditions.
Custom quadrupole mass filters available.
Quadrupole Mass Filter Sizes
Our manufacturing processes are primarily based around electrode rods of 12 mm diameter, up to 200 mm in length, dimensions and features of which can be produced to precisions of 20 parts per million. We also have the capability to manufacture electrode rods in diameters from 6 mm to 12 mm. To complement this, the mechanical dimensions of the parts and assemblies can be determined down to hundredths of a micron, using Reliance’s unique test equipment.
Quadrupole Mass Filters Materials
We have the capability to manufacture electrode rods from a variety of different materials including molybdenum and stainless steel. Our standard range of collars are manufactured in high purity ceramic, but alternative materials, such as high performance engineered plastics, can be applied.
Custom Quadrupole Mass Filters
We can use our standard Reliance Technology Quadrupole Mass Filter and ion flight model as the basis to develop custom designs to suit individual customer applications. Our standard quadrupole has proven to be a very cost-effective solution for use in the proofing and prototyping stages of our customers’ designs and for use in lower volume instrument production.
Ion Flight Modelling
Quadrupole mass filters require a very high degree of mechanical accuracy. In an effort to help reduce our customers’ time-to-market on new instrument designs, or indeed help to identify potential performance issues with existing instrument designs, we have developed a computer model which simulates ion trajectories for quadrupole analysis. You can read more about ion flight modelling here.
Quadrupole Mass Filters FAQs
Can Reliance Technology Quadrupole Mass Filters be modified?
Yes, Reliance Technology Quadrupole Mass Filters be readily modified or combined into a wider system. Please contact us to discuss your requirement.
What mass spectrometers are your Quadrupole Mass Filters suitable for?
Reliance Technology Quadrupole Mass Filters are suitable for use in LC, QToF, GC, ICP, SIFT mass spectrometers and residual gas analysers.
What cleanroom facilities do you have?
We have over 450 m2 of assembly cleanrooms including:
· Laminar flow cleanroom – ISO 14644-1 Class 6 (Fed Std 209E Class 1,000)
· Laminar clean air flow cabinets – ISO 14644-1 Class 4 (Fed Std 209E Class 10)
· Specialist opto-mechanical assembly cleanroom
What cleaning facilities do you have?
Our cleaning facilities include plasma cleaning, vacuum baking, solvent cleaning, acid cleaning and aqueous cleaning.
Can you provide more technical information on Reliance Technology Quadrupole Mass Filters?
For more detail, including full technical information, please contact us.
Can I order custom quadrupoles?
Yes, please contact us using the contact form below.
Make an enquiry
To enquire about quadrupole mass filters please use the contact form or get in touch via email or phone. We aim to respond within one working day.