Application solutions
ICP-OES HORIBA and MICAP-OES are complementary solutions: each platform better meets certain matrix profiles, method, infrastructure and analytical routine.
This hub brings together exclusively optical emission spectrometry for multielement analysis. ICP-OES HORIBA uses argon plasma; MICAP-OES uses microwave-generated nitrogen plasma.
ICP-OES HORIBA gains leading role in rare earths, waters, materials and methods with spectral challenges. MICAP-OES is especially attractive for soils and, according to the method, mining and geology. SENS assesses where each solution fits — including when the two can coexist in the same laboratory.
The two technologies work with optical emission and conventional introduction of samples in solution. The indication is constructed by the adherence of each platform to the application, matrix and laboratory routine.
High-resolution ICP-OES platform for waters, rare earths, materials and other routines in which spectral interference, range of lines and methodological flexibility are decisive.
Microwave generated nitrogen plasma optical emission, especially attractive for soil routines and for certain applications in mining and geology.
The table compares each analytical route by sample matrix, method, infrastructure and laboratory workflow.
| Routine profile | ICP-OES HORIBA | MICAP-OES 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Excitation source | Inductively coupled argon plasma. | Microwave generated nitrogen plasma. |
| Main paper | High-resolution platform for methods that require wide line flexibility, interference control and performance in complex matrices. | Nitrogen optical emission platform for defined routines, high volume of analysis and lower argon logistic dependence. |
| Sample type | Solutions, digests and prepared samples with compatible introduction system. | Solutions, digests and prepared samples with compatible introduction system. |
| Plasma gas | High purity Argon. | Nitrogen; configuration may include dedicated generator. |
| Applications of greater adhesion | Rare earths, water and effluents, materials, catalysts, industrial solutions and methods with spectral challenges. | Soils, fertilizers, environmental extracts and certain mining and geology routines, according to required elements and ranges. |
| How to integrate | It can concentrate complex methods, varied matrices and applications that require greater freedom in analytical development. | It can assume consolidated and higher volume routines, releasing the capacity of the ICP-OES and reducing the demand for argon. |
The above profiles are guiding. The final definition depends on the method, analytical lines, required limits, matrix, preparation and accessories for sample introduction.
There are areas of overlap, but this organization helps the visitor to arrive first at the solution more aligned to his type of sample and method.
MICAP highlighted. Fertility, nutrients, trace elements, contamination and support for agronomic studies.
MICAP in selected methods. Ores, rocks, concentrates and process solutions after preparation compatible.
ICP-OES HORIBA highlighted. Spectral resolution for elements with complex spectra and close lines.
ICP-OES HORIBA highlighted. Multi-element monitoring of water, effluents and environmental digests.
ICP-OES HORIBA highlighted. Raw materials, catalysts, solubilized alloys and process control.
Complementary analytical routes. Macro and micronutrients, raw materials and control of formulations.
ICP-OES HORIBA highlighted. Wear metals, additives and contaminants with compatible introduction.
Complementary analytical routes. Minerals, nutrients and contaminants after proper digestion.
A correct configuration is born from the combination of matrix, elements, concentrations, throughput and laboratory infrastructure.
List of analytes, expected concentrations, required limits and applicable standards.
Report composition, dissolved solids content, acidity, solvents and possible interference.
Consider number of samples, automation, matrix exchange, and time available.
Consider gas, exhaust, energy, accessories, maintenance and total operating cost.
FlashSmart, Horiba EMIA and EMGA Horiba are not part of this hub. These solutions will be presented on an independent page of Analysis of C, H, N, O and S, organized by combustion, pyrolysis and inert gas fusion.
Open C, H, N, O and S analysisICP-OES HORIBA is especially suitable for rare earths, waters, materials and methods with greater spectral complexity. MICAP-OES is especially attractive for soils and certain mining routines, as well as reducing argon dependence. The combination can distribute methods according to technical suitability and workload.
No. MICAP-OES is an optical-emission platform based on microwave-induced nitrogen plasma. It complements ICP-OES in workflows with different infrastructure and operating requirements.
In the conventional configuration of these platforms, the introduction is performed in solution. Solids usually require digestion, fusion followed by dissolution or other compatible preparation.
In well-defined multielement routines, especially soils and certain mining applications, in which nitrogen plasma meets the required elements and ranges and reduces dependence on argon logistics.
It is necessary to evaluate elements, spectral lines, matrix, preparation, concentration ranges, interferences and introduction system. SENS may review the method and indicate the appropriate configuration.
Send the elements, concentration ranges, matrix and required throughput. SENS indicates the most appropriate role of ICP-OES, MICAP-OES or a complementary configuration.