Shimadzu GC-2014 Instruction Manual

1 Installation
1.3 Gas Supply Plumbing
12
GC-2014
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. 1.3.1 Joining Type M fittings
Fig. 1.3.2 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. 1.3.3 Tightening the joints
MF fitting
MM fitting
GF fitting
Alminum gaskets (3-5 pcs)
GM fitting

Shimadzu GC-2014 Specifications

General

Type	Gas Chromatograph
Display	LCD
Maximum Heating Rate	120°C/min
Data Acquisition	Digital
Maximum Number of Detectors	4
Weight	Approx. 45 kg
Carrier Gas	Helium, Nitrogen, Hydrogen
Detector Options	FID, TCD, ECD, FPD
Injection Port	Split/Splitless, On-column
Gas Control	Electronic Flow Control (EFC)
Temperature Programming Rate	0.1 to 120 °C/min
Power Requirements	230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Detector Temperature Range	Up to 400°C (depending on detector type)