Solid Phase Microextraction (SPME) is an innovative,
solvent free technology that is fast, economical, and versatile. SPME
is a fiber coated with a liquid (polymer), a solid (sorbent), or a
combination of both. The fiber coating removes the compounds from
your sample by absorption in the case of liquid coatings or adsorbtion
in the case of solid coatings. The
SPME fiber is then inserted directly into the Gas Chromatograph for
desorption and analysis. SPME has gained wide spread acceptance as
the technique of preference for many applications including flavors
and fragrances, forensics and toxicology, environmental and biological
matrices, and product testing to name a few. We have developed an
Applications Guide listing applications that have been published on
the use of SPME. To request a copy of the SPME Applications CD, click
here.
Information found on this site is attempting to keep
you abreast of what is new in literature and products. If you have
any questions or a sample preparation problem, contact us by e-mail
at techservice@sial.com
or call our technical service department at 800-359-3041.
SPME Site Highlights
SPME Troubleshooting Guide (T101928), available as
a 327KB
document, contains helpful tips to prevent problems before they occur.
It also includes a troubleshooting table listing the symptoms of common
problems, the possible causes, and suggested remedies.
