Gas chromatography system Nexis GC-2060

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Overview
The Nexis GC-2060 is Shimadzu's flagship gas chromatograph platform designed for routine and advanced analyses. It integrates high-performance detectors, flexible configuration and automation features to streamline laboratory workflows, improve uptime and support long-term operational efficiency.

Key advantages

• Versatile by design
  One system for a wide range of applications, from routine monitoring to demanding analytical methods.
• Expandable and future ready
  Modular configuration, selectable carrier gases and a roadmap for upgrades enable adaptation to evolving requirements.
• Efficient in daily use
  High-sensitivity detectors, Analytical Intelligence and Eco Idling reduce operator workload and running costs.

Multi-Mode Injection Unit (MMI)
The MMI supports split/splitless, programmable temperature vaporization (PTV), direct injection, large-volume injection (LVI), thermal desorption and extraction modes, providing flexibility for challenging matrices and method transfer.

Detectors with high sensitivity and stability
Next-generation FID and TCD designs deliver leading sensitivity and long-term stability. The system accepts FID and TCD as standard, with optional ECD, FPD, FTD, BID and other detectors to cover diverse analyses.

Scalable configuration
Supports up to two injectors, three injection units and four detectors simultaneously, allowing one instrument to serve multiple methods while conserving bench space.

Immediate performance and compatibility
High compatibility with existing methods and consumables enables rapid integration into current workflows with minimal revalidation effort.

Advanced detector modes
The redesigned FID achieves a minimum detectable level of ~1.0 pg C/s and is the first multi-mode FID (MMF) capable of Hy/Ox and Hy/Air modes, with optional Jetanizer and Polyarc modes to support universal response strategies.

Next-Gen TCD
The redesigned TCD uses single-filament technology for faster start-up, improved sensitivity, excellent linearity and quick stabilization for gas and inorganic analyses.

Smart resource management (Eco Idling)
Automatic Eco-Operation adapts to analytical patterns and switches the system to an energy-saving Eco Idling mode during standby, displaying estimated gas, power, CO2 and cost savings. Features include automatic transitions between analysis and Eco Idling and options for unattended startup/shutdown sequences.

Additional cost-saving features

• Gas Selector
  Automatic switching from helium to nitrogen or hydrogen during idle to reduce helium consumption and operating costs.
• Hydrogen carrier gas ready
  Supports hydrogen carrier gas with an integrated hydrogen sensor for safe operation and faster analysis when applicable.

User-focused design and automation
Tool-free ClickTek one-touch injection access for easy liner replacement, ECO button to enable Eco Idling, tool-free column installation options, Easy sTop maintenance mode, Clean Pilot automated column conditioning and an intuitive GUI that mirrors the instrument flow path to simplify operation and method transfer.

Application support
Comprehensive application notes and technical guides are provided for method setup, validation and optimization across workflows such as biodiesel ester content, environmental monitoring, petrochemical and GC×GC analyses.

Technical specifications

• Model: Nexis GC-2060
• Manufacturer / Brand: Shimadzu
• Injection options (MMI): split/splitless, programmable temperature vaporization (PTV), direct injection, large-volume injection (LVI), thermal desorption/extraction
• Injectors supported: up to 2 injectors; up to 3 injection units
• Detector capacity: up to 4 detectors simultaneously
• Standard detectors: FID, TCD; optional: ECD, FPD, FTD, BID and others
• FID performance: minimum detectable level ~1.0 pg C/s; optional MMF modes (Hy/Ox, Hy/Air), Jetanizer and Polyarc modes
• Polyarc mode: enables universal FID response and single calibration approach for diverse organics (optional)
• TCD design: single-filament technology for fast stabilization and high sensitivity
• Automation features: automated GC start/stop sequences, Clean Pilot automated column conditioning, Easy sTop maintenance mode
• Energy-saving features: Automatic Eco-Operation, Eco Idling, ECO button, gas/power/CO2 savings display
• Gas handling: Gas Selector for auto-switching carrier gases; hydrogen carrier gas ready with built-in sensor
• Ergonomics: ClickTek one-touch injection access, tool-free column installation (ClickTek option)
• Software: intuitive GUI mirroring instrument flow path; built-in universal mode for method transfer and Analytical Intelligence features
• Applications: chemical, GC×GC, environmental and routine lab analyses; application notes available for method setup and validation
• Expandability: designed for future upgrades and flexible configurations