Combustion Ion Chromatography for PFAS, Fluorine, Sulphur and Halogens analysis
Combustion Ion Chromatography enables analysis of halogens and sulphur, but particularly to confirm freedom from non-detectable PFAS compounds
Product Overview
SciMed’s new CIC system combines the benefits of the offline sample prep of the Analytik Jena ICprep and the industry-leading S150+ Ion Chromatography instruments from Sykam.
The ICprep automated sample handling system is designed for laboratories measuring fluorine (plus other halogens and sulphur) that require reliable, high-throughput preparation of complex samples for both ion chromatography and combustion-based workflows.
Compliance with EPA 1621 ensures a simple approach for PFAS screening.
Automated pyrohydrolytic combustion, dynamic matrix switching, and compatibility with multi-detector systems, the ICprep Series ensures accurate and standards-compliant results. Whether measuring AOF, TOF, EOF or TF, and regardless of sample matrix, the ICprep will prepare your sample for analysis.
The Sykam range of ion chromatography instruments is extensive, modular and class-leading. The range extends from entry-level all-in-one compact systems through to fully automated dual-channel configurations.
Using the latest electrochemical self-regenerating technology to ensure the best analytical performance, Sykam IC systems provide the ultimate IC separation and detection limits for a wide range of applications.
Sykam have extensive in-house R&D, manufacturing and QC testing capabilities at the German HQ.
Features & Benefits
Combustion Ion Chromatography system
The best solution for PFAS screening
Flexible Sample Compatibility
Handles solids, liquids, and complex matrices with minimal setup.
Combustion Technology You Can Trust
Flame sensor-controlled combustion ensures complete oxidation and safety.
Built for Compliance
Meets major international standards (DIN, EPA, ASTM).
Key applications of CIC system
- Combustion Ion Chromatography system The best solution for PFAS screening
- Flexible Sample Compatibility Handles solids, liquids, and complex matrices with minimal setup.
- Combustion Technology You Can Trust Flame sensor-controlled combustion ensures complete oxidation and safety.
- Built for Compliance Meets major international standards (DIN, EPA, ASTM).
- Membrane suppression detection Get the lowest limits of detection for ultra trace analysis
- Self-regenerating suppressors Improves uptime with no external regeneration solution necessary
- Seamless System Integration Works directly with upstream combustion sample prep for CIC
- Combustion Ion Chromatography system The best solution for toxic and corrosive halogens, and sulphur, analysis.
About the Combustion Ion Chromatography
1) PFAS: Properties, Uses & Persistence
Per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are characterised by their unique ability to withstand exposure to both thermal and chemical effects. Due to the way that fluorine and carbon interact the increase in bond energy means these molecules are very stable, very resistant to decay, difficult to break down and have little tendency to react with other substances.
PFAS molecules are both hydrophobic (water-repellent) and oleophobic (oil and grease-repellent), and these characteristics enable a wide variety of uses, such as dirt, grease and water-repellent coatings, additives to fire extinguishing media, coatings on cooking utensils, their presence in cosmetics, etc.
This makes PFAS compounds suitable for a large number of industrial processes, but it also contributes to their environmental persistence.
2) Combustion Ion Chromatography (CIC): What It Is & Why It’s Used
Combustion ion chromatography (CIC) is a hyphenated analytical technique used for the quantification of inorganic ions; in particular the halides (fluoride, chloride, bromide, iodide), as well as sulphur and nitrogen. It is particularly important for environmental monitoring, quality control and research, because it makes it possible to accurately measure the concentration levels of organically bound halogens and other elements in samples. By combining high-temperature combustion with ion chromatography, CIC, this provides an effective solution for the determination of environmental samples such as water and soil, as well as solid and liquid organic substances.
3) Sum Parameter Analysis for PFAS Screening
“Sum parameter analysis” determines of the overall levels of organic fluorine compounds in a sample. With more than 20,000 individual compounds identified as being PFAS compounds, in most situations sum parameter analysis is the ideal option.
One method for the analysis of the sum parameters AOF and EOF is CIC, which measures the total fluorine content (including non-PFAS) and therefore provides an indirect indication of the PFAS levels.
The biggest advantage of this method is efficiency, because it provides a quick measurement of the overall levels of fluorine, even if the specific compounds are unknown. This means that sum parameter analysis is the standard for both screening purposes and for the ongoing evaluation of contamination.
4) SciMed’s CIC Solution & System Features
SciMed offer a full CIC system by hyphenating the ICprep from Analytik Jena and the S150+ IC from Sykam. These companies have a history of hyphenation with LC-ICPMS and IC-ICPMS.
Whether you’re testing soil, wastewater, or process chemicals, the ICprep Series delivers a robust, fully automated solution tailored for AOF, AOX, EOF, TOF and other combustion-based analyses. And Sykam’s full range of IC configurations (from compact all-in-one entry level anion-or-cation-only, isocratic, manual injection systems through to fully automated, gradient, dual detector instruments) provide the analysis.
The CIC system features automated pyrohydrolytic combustion, designed to effectively break down fluorine compounds into measurable analytes. With liquid/solid switching, the system eliminates the need for separate hardware or lengthy changeovers.
At the heart of the ICprep Series is its multi-matrix sampler (MMS), allowing laboratories to process a broad range of samples in one run. Combined with automatic boat drive combustion and fraction collection, this ensures the highest level of reproducibility across varying workloads.
Unique to ICprep is its compatibility with APU series sample prep units.
For the IC configuration we can offer both direct conductivity and suppressed conductivity detection. The suppressor is self-regenerating allowing for seamless long-term usage and ultimate performance. Although primarily aimed at PFAS screening by CIC the IC can, of course, be used as a standalone ion chromatography system.
"SciMed introduces a new Combustion Ion Chromatography system
offering full sample prep flexibility and advanced IC technology."
Product FAQ's
CIC (combustion ion chromatography) is an accepted technique for both PFAS screening and measuring toxic halogens, anions, cations and suphur.
Yes, ICprep offers automated switching between liquid and solid samples, ideal for labs dealing with complex or mixed matrices.
Absolutely. The system is fully compliant with EPA 1621, DIN EN 1485, EPA 9020, and ASTM D808 methods for halogen and organofluorine detection.
ICprep features automated boat handling, multi-matrix capability, and fraction collection, allowing it to process multiple samples efficiently with minimal user input.
Absolutely. The Sykam IC range is available with self-regenerating suppressor for both the longest lifetime and the best performance.
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