Gas Chromatography (GC) systems are powerful analytical tools designed to separate and analyze volatile and semi-volatile compounds in complex mixtures. GC is a widely used technique in forensic toxicology, environmental science, petrochemical analysis, pharmaceutical quality control, and food and beverage testing, offering high resolution, excellent sensitivity, and reproducible results.
GC systems work by vaporizing a sample and transporting it through a capillary column using an inert carrier gas such as helium, nitrogen, or hydrogen. As the sample components interact with the stationary phase of the column, they separate based on their chemical properties and elute at distinct retention times. These systems are typically paired with detectors such as flame ionization detectors (FID), thermal conductivity detectors (TCD), or mass spectrometry (GC-MS) for precise identification and quantification.
In laboratories, GC is used for a variety of applications including pesticide residue detection, alcohol and drug screening, VOC analysis, aroma compound profiling, and pharmaceutical impurity testing. The technique is particularly favored for compounds that are thermally stable and volatile, making it ideal for analyzing environmental pollutants, solvents, essential oils, and hydrocarbons.
Advanced GC systems may feature autosamplers, multidimensional GC capabilities, temperature programming, and headspace analysis modules for trace-level compound detection. These systems are often integrated with powerful data acquisition software to enhance performance and ensure regulatory compliance in GLP/GMP environments.
At Wasteless Bio, we provide access to surplus and pre-owned GC systems from industry-leading manufacturers. Listings include detailed technical specifications such as column configuration, detector type, injection method, temperature range, and carrier gas compatibility. Purchasing GC systems through Wasteless Bio supports cost-effective procurement while reducing lab waste and promoting sustainability in high-throughput analytical workflows.
Gas Chromatography (GC) systems are powerful analytical tools designed to separate and analyze volatile and semi-volatile compounds in complex mixtures. GC is a widely used technique in forensic toxicology, environmental science, petrochemical analysis, pharmaceutical quality control, and food and beverage testing, offering high resolution, excellent sensitivity, and reproducible results.
