ABB Extrel 150-QC

The ABB Extrel 150-QC is a compact quadrupole mass spectrometer engineered for industrial gas analysis and process monitoring. It identifies and quantifies ions by their mass-to-charge (m/z) ratios, delivering real-time multi-component analysis for process optimization and quality control. The system operates across selectable mass ranges via switchable RF frequencies—880 kHz for 4–4000 amu analysis or 440 kHz for extended range to 16,000 amu with optional 9.5 mm Tri-Filter. Resolution reaches 1500 M/ΔM (FWHM) at 880 kHz and 1000 M/ΔM (FWHM) at 440 kHz, with sensitivity of 0.75 mAmp per torr and 0.075 mAmp per torr respectively. Scan speeds up to 4000 amu/sec are achievable with the Quadrupole Power Supply (QPS). The modular architecture supports multiple controller options including the MAX-CS system for full quadrupole operation, filament control, ion optics adjustment, and detector management, or the Merlin Scan Controller for mass positioning and frequency scanning.

– Technical Specifications

Mass Analysis
• Mass range: 4–4000 amu (880 kHz RF) or 20–16,000 amu (440 kHz RF with 9.5 mm Tri-Filter)
• Resolution: 1500 M/ΔM FWHM (880 kHz) or 1000 M/ΔM FWHM (440 kHz)
• Sensitivity: 0.75 mAmp/torr (880 kHz) or 0.075 mAmp/torr (440 kHz)
• Relative transmission: 50% (880 kHz) or 20% (440 kHz)
• Maximum scan speed: 4000 amu/sec with QPS

Quadrupole Power Supply
• Mass command input: 0–10 V DC
• Pole bias voltage: ±200 V bipolar
• RF frequency: Fixed (880 or 440 kHz selectable)
• Quadrupole capacitance load: 25–35 pF
• Cable lengths: 1.5 m RF (5 ft), 3 m power (10 ft)
• Power input: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 290 W
• Operating temperature: 15°C to 40°C
• Operating humidity: 0% to 95% non-condensing

– Key Features

• Dual-frequency architecture optimizes sensitivity-to-resolution tradeoffs
• Modular controller design accommodates MAX-CS or Merlin Scan configurations
• Bipolar ion optics support via hexapole and octupole guides
• Screw or DIN rail mounting

– Typical Applications

• Real-time process gas composition monitoring
• Multi-component industrial emissions analysis
• Quality assurance in chemical and semiconductor processing
• Leak detection and trace gas identification

– Compatibility & Integration

The QPS interfaces via 0–10 V analog command input or Merlin Scan Controller. The MAX-CS controller provides integrated filament power, ion optics regulation, and pulse-counting or analog detector preamplifier outputs. Standard quadrupole devices rated 25–35 pF capacitance are compatible; alternate cable lengths available upon request may affect achievable mass range.