No argon
It operates with industrial nitrogen, which can be produced locally, reducing logistics, storage and recurrent gas cost.
multi-element optical emission
Nitrogen plasma. Analytical performance without argon dependence.
The MICAP-OES 1000 combines the 1000 W CerawaveTM plasma source with a high-resolution simultaneous echelle spectrometer, in a compact, air-cooled system and cost-effectively oriented system.
- NitrogenLocal generator, cylinder or dewar
- No external chillerAir-cooled source and system
- Simultaneous measurementSpectral range acquired at each injection
MICAP-OES 100030 kg · compact bench
How it works
A distinct architecture for elemental optical emission analysis.
The solution sample is nebulized and introduced into a nitrogen plasma supported by Cerawave technology. Excited atoms and ions emit light at characteristic wavelengths; the echelle spectrometer and the sCMOS detector simultaneously record the spectrum for multielement identification and quantification.
01IntroductionNebulization of solution and plasma transport
02ExcitationN₂ plasma sustained by the Cerawave source
03SeparationHigh resolution echelle optics
04LeituraSimultaneous capture by sCMOS detector
MICAP-OES 1000 + software RIS
Bench equipment
Compact by design. Complete for routine.
The plasma source, simultaneous spectrometer, introduction system and electronic control are gathered in a platform of only 30 kg.
- 525 mmInstrument width
- 560 mmHeight, without considering fiber optics
- 350 mmDepth for bench installation
- 30 kgTotal weight of MICAP with spectrometer
Operational advantages
Less infrastructure. More freedom to position the analysis.
MICAP is designed to reduce gas, cooling and maintenance interventions without giving up simultaneous multi-element reading.
No external chiller
Air cooling eliminates water circuit, additional chiller heat, associated maintenance and risk of cooling interruption.
Simultaneous Spectrum
The echelle spectrometer measures the complete spectral range in each injection, allowing for reprocessing and selection of lines in the RIS software.
Simplified installation
Compact and lightweight design, 208–240 power supply V and rapid deployment for laboratories with limited space or infrastructure.
Robust Plasma
Cerawave technology is designed for efficient energy coupling and tolerance to complex matrices.
Lower total cost
The economy results mainly from the replacement of argon, the absence of chiller and architecture with fewer maintenance items.
Integrated RIS
Software for methods, sessions, interference evaluation, nitrogen background correction and reprocessing of stored spectra.
Flexible automation
Compatible with CETAC ASX-560, dedicated systems for oils and ESI options, according to matrix and required throughput.
1000 WMICAP plasma source
194–625 nmMore additional line at 766 nm
5–30 pmSpectral resolution; 7 pm at 200 nm
14 L/minTypical N2 plasma flow
525 × 560 × 350 mmL × A × P; height without optical fibre
Documented applications
From mining to advanced material control.
Methods and application notes show the performance of MICAP in aqueous, organic, saline and geological matrices.
Soils, mining and geology
Multi-element determination of soils, sediments and geological samples after appropriate extraction or digestion, including work for gold by aqua regia and Au, Pt and Pd after fire assay.
- Fertility, nutrients and trace elements in soils
- Environmental monitoring of soil and sediment
- Mineral exploration and process control
Oils, fuels and coolants
Analysis of wear metals, additives and contaminants in lubricants, distilled fuels and cooling fluids.
- ASTM D5185, D5708 e D6130
- Diesel, kerosene and jet fuel
- High throughput routines
Lithium batteries
Control of major elements and impurities in cathode materials and analysis of Li, Co, Ni, Mn and other elements in black mass recycling.
- Binary and ternary cathode materials
- Metal recycling and recovery
- Control of impurities
Industrial materials and processes
Multi-element monitoring of galvanic baths, high-matrix saline solutions and raw materials or chemicals.
- Acid and basic baths
- Hypochlorite and cleaning products
- Solutions with high NaCl concentration
Land and sediment analysisAcademic researchWater and effluentsEnvironmental controlTribologiaPredictive maintenanceChemical productionEnsino instrumental
Automatic introduction of samples
Automation configured for the laboratory matrix and rhythm.
The catalogue provides general purpose samplers and specialized platforms. The choice depends on the type of solution, viscosity, washing and throughput.
MICAP + automation Teledyne CETAC
The documented oil configuration combines MICAP-OES 1000 with CETAC Oils 7400 and ASXpress Plus for sample homogenization, vacuum loading and automated injection. For general applications, the catalogue also specifies CETAC ASX-560.
- CETAC ASX-560 — four rack sampler for general routines.
- CETAC Oils 7400 + ASXpress Plus — solution dedicated to the automation of oils according to ASTM D5185.
- ESI 2DXe/2DXCi e 4DXe/4DXCi — options with two or four racks.
Technical library
Catalogs and application notes.
Select a material. In the first access, the form requests contact data and releases downloads during the session.
Catalogue MICAP-OES 1000Specifications, software, sample introduction and samplersCatalogue · EN↓
MICAP-OES: return on investmentComparison of infrastructure, maintenance and accumulated costBrochure · EN↓
Radom Instruments: OverviewCerawave technology, plasma and portfolioFolder · EN↓
Instrumental detection limitsExperimental conditions and multi-element resultsNote · EN↓
Periodic table of analyzed elementsTypical lines, resolution and boundariesTabela · EN↓
MICAP for academic researchCompact presentation for universities and research centersFolder · EN↓
Mining and mineral analysisGold analysis in samples prepared by aqua regiaApplication · EN↓
Gold and metals of the platinum groupDetermination of Au, Pd and Pt after fire assayApplication · EN↓
Oils according to ASTM D5185 with CETACMICAP com Oils 7400 e ASXpress PlusApplication · EN↓
Lubricating oils in high throughputWear metals, additives and contaminantsApplication · EN↓
Wear metals in lubricating oilsMulti-element determination following ASTM D5185Application · EN↓
Medium distilled fuelsDiesel, marine diesel, kerosene and jet fuelApplication · EN↓
Trace elements in dieselAnalysis procedure based on ASTM D5708Application · EN↓
Fluidos de arrefecimento conforme ASTM D6130High-throughput multielement analysisApplication · EN↓
lithium-Batteries cathode materialsMajority elements and impurities in cathodesApplication · EN↓
Recycling of lithium ion batteriesMetal analysis in black massApplication · EN↓
Galvanic bathsComponent monitoring and elemental contaminationApplication · EN↓
Cleaning products and hypochloriteRapid determination of trace elementsApplication · EN↓
High matrix saline solutionsCa, Mg and other elements in up to 30% of NaClApplication · EN↓
Frequently Asked Questions
MICAP-OES 1000 — technical information.
Key points on gas, infrastructure, applications and automation.
Is MICAP-OES the same thing as a conventional ICP-OES?
The analytical purpose is similar: multielement analysis by optical emission. The main difference is in plasma generation. MICAP uses microwave and nitrogen with Cerawave technology, while conventional ICP-OES systems typically use RF, coil and argon generators.
Does the instrument need argon or chiller?
No. The plasma operates with nitrogen, and the platform is air-cooled. Nitrogen can come from local generator, cylinder or dewar, depending on the lab infrastructure.
What are the spectral range and resolution?
The spectrometer measures simultaneously from 194 to 625 nm, with an additional line at 766 nm. The specified resolution is 5 to 30 pm, 7 pm to 200 nm.
Can I automate an oil routine?
Yes. There is a documented configuration with CETAC Oils 7400 and ASXpress Plus for oils according to ASTM D5185. There are also general options, such as CETAC ASX-560, and ESI samplers.
Can any ICP-OES method be transferred directly?
Compatibility should be evaluated considering elements, lines, matrix, preparation, concentration and introduction system. The SENS team can review the method and, when necessary, indicate application evaluation.
SENS technical consulting
Evaluation of MICAP with its matrices
Specify the elements, ranges, sample preparation and required throughput. Our team helps define sample introduction, automation and installation conditions.