Vernier Mini Gas Chromatograph
Recommended for College and High School. Data-collection software sold separately.
The Mini GC Plus replaced the original Mini GC and can detect more compounds than the original Mini GC.
The Mini Gas Chromatograph (Mini GC) is a portable instrument for separating, analyzing, and identifying substances contained in a volatile liquid or gaseous sample.
Description
Use room air as the carrier gas
Developed by Seacoast Science, the Mini GC uses an efficient, software-controlled internal pump system. This design allows our Mini GC to use room air as the carrier gas.
Use Vernier’s award-winning software for column control, collection, and peak integration
With either Logger Pro or the LabQuest App, peak integration analysis and retention-time determination are built right into the software.
Measure several compounds
- Alcohols
- Aldehydes
- Aromatic hydrocarbons
- Carboxylic acids
- Ketones
- Esters
- Ethers
- Nitriles
Sample Graphs from Mini GC Lab Manual
Product Specifications
Compound Families
| Compound Family | Typical Compounds | Acceptable Boiling Points |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohols | C1 – C8 | 65 – 195°C |
| Aldehydes | C2 – C8 | 20 – 170°C |
| Aromatic hydrocarbons | C6 – C10 | 80 – 165°C |
| Carboxylic Acids | C1 – C4 | 100 – 165°C |
| Esters | C2 – C10 | 30 – 120°C |
| Ethers | C4 – C8 | 35 – 145°C |
| Ketones | C3 – C8 | 55 – 175°C |
| Nitriles | C2 – C5 | 80 – 140°C |
MCCD Detector
The unique Seacoast Science MEMS Chemi-Capacitive Detector is state-of-the-art technology that allows air to be used as a carrier gas (3 existing patents and 1 patent pending).
Carrier Gas
Use room air as the carrier gas.
Column
High-quality Restek MXT-1 Stainless (11 meter) capillary column.
Pressure Regulation
Software-controlled pressure regulation from 1–21 kPa above ambient.
Temperature Regulation
Software-controlled temperature regulation from 30–120°C
Column Temperature Ramp
- Maximum of 10°C/minute.
- Short Warm-up time: Fast for most labs, <10 minute max
Injection
- Comes with one high-quality 1µL glass syringe, 2-7/8 inch stainless needle with non-coring beveled tip and needle guard, 1.5 inch injectable length.
- Injection is direct from syringe to column
- 2 septa included with purchase
(~150 injections/septum) - Injection volume: 0.01 to 1.0 µL
Warranty
Two-year warranty. Syringe, column, and MEMS GC chip are excluded.
Size
- 1.3 kg
- 10.8 cm x 13.3 cm x 19.1 cm
Gas Chromatography Labs
The Vernier Mini GC includes a lab manual with 5 gas chromatography inquiry experiments. Preview and/or edit the experiments for your curriculum by downloading all 5 labs below or individually.
What’s Included
- Vernier Mini GC
- One needle/syringe
- Two spare septa
- Power supply
- USB cable
- 50+ page lab manual
- User manual
Sensor Requirements
You will also need software for Mini GC setup, data collection, and analysis. You can use Logger Pro for computers or the LabQuest.
- For computers, Logger Pro 3.8.3 or newer is required. Download the free update »
- For LabQuest, LabQuest App 1.4 or newer is required. Download the free update »
Frequently Asked Questions
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What type of column does the Mini GC use?
The column is a Restek MXT-1. It is a stainless steel capillary column, 11 meters long. The column is nonpolar.
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What is the carrier gas used by the Mini GC?
The Mini GC uses air as the carrier gas.
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Do you have lab experiments written for the Mini GC?
Yes. A lab manual, which contains five experiments, is shipped with each Mini GC. The labs are also available as a free download.
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Will the Mini GC work with a LabQuest?
Yes. LabQuest App will need to be version 1.4 or newer. Download the latest update »
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Which version of Logger Pro 3 runs the Mini GC?
Version 3.8.3. If your school owns any version of Logger Pro 3, the upgrade to version 3.8.3 is free of charge. Download the latest update »
Ordering Information
The Mini GC has been replaced by the Mini GC Plus.
Related Products
Educational use only: Vernier products are designed for educational use. They are not appropriate for industrial, medical, or commercial applications. Product usage disclaimer »
The Mini GC has been replaced by the Mini GC Plus.
Sample Data
Support
User Manual
Online Resources
Warranty
2 years (syringe, column, and MEMS GC chip are excluded)
Contact Us
- Phone: 1-888-VERNIER
- Email: info@vernier.com