To simplify calibration, Sherwood Scientific has added sodium linearisation to the clinical version of the Model 360 flame photometer.
The Clinical Model 360 is a single-channel unit built around the same mixing chamber, burner stem and burner head found in Sherwood's Model 410.
It also incorporates the automatic flame optimisation technology from the dual-channel 420 series.
All the controls, the pressure gauge, air regulator and sample introduction are found on the front of the instrument.
The large unobstructed sample work area features a spill containment tray that is easy to remove and clean.
LEDs on the front panel indicate the filter selected - sodium, potassium, lithium, calcium or barium - and the flame status.
The detector response is automatically 'linearised' over the clinical measurement range when the sodium filter is selected.
A display 'hold' button ensures that readings are not lost before they have been recorded and the peak picker function presents unambiguous results.
The Clinical 360 has a footprint of 20 x 30cm.
The mixing chamber, burner head and burner stem come apart for cleaning without tools, while the five-element filter stick is also easy to remove.
Electronics and pneumatics are housed in separate 'pods', which can be detached from the main instrument chassis.
This reduces shipping costs in the event that a return-to-base repair or replacement becomes necessary.
The instrument is shipped with the chimney removed as the smaller volume reduces air freight costs.
Clinical Model 360 flame photometers include a selection of standard solutions and spare parts within the price.
