Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus - Page 43

2 Installation
2.6 Gas supply plumbing
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GC-2010 Plus
Q Supply gas tubing
There are two types connections in the Gas Chromatograph: Type M and Type G. Type M
connections are located at the main tubing connections in the instrument interior and exte-
rior. The metal fittings contact directly.
Type G connectors, which are used in high temperature areas, are connected by tightening
three to five aluminum gaskets between the fittings.
Fig. 2.6.1 Joining Type M fittings
Fig. 2.6.2 Joining Type G fittings
Tightening the tubing connections
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2 wrenches 10×12 (standard accessory)
Use the 12 mm wrench for Type M connections and the 10 mm wrench for type G
connections.
Fig. 2.6.3 Tightening the joints
MF fitting
MM fitting
GF fitting
Alminum gaskets (3-5 pcs)
GM fitting