Streamlining PFAS Analysis: Introducing Oasis WAX/GCB and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis SPE Cartridges

Waters Corporation

In the ever-evolving landscape of environmental analysis, the detection and quantification of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) pose significant challenges. Recently, with the release of EPA Method 1633 finalized version, the demand for efficient sample preparation solutions has surged. Enter Oasis WAX/GCB and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis SPE cartridges, set to revolutionize PFAS analysis by addressing key challenges and delivering unparalleled solutions for customers.

Unraveling the Complexity

PFAS analysis, particularly in non-potable waters, soils, sediments, biosolids, and tissues, presents a labyrinth of complexities. With matrices rife with interferences, traditional methods struggle to provide accurate results. EPA Method 1633 acknowledges this complexity, necessitating a multi-step approach involving both WAX and GCB sorbents. However, manual handling of loose carbon granules adds to the messiness and inefficiency of the process.

A Dual-Phase Revolution

The Oasis WAX/GCB and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis SPE cartridges offer a game-changing solution to these challenges. By combining WAX and GCB into a single, bilayer device, these cartridges streamline the sample preparation process, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Key features include:

1. Stringent Quality Control: Each cartridge undergoes rigorous testing by accredited PFAS laboratories, guaranteeing low residual PFAS levels and minimizing the risk of background contamination and false positives.
2. Enhanced Speed: With extraction times reduced by up to 20% per sample batch, customers can achieve faster results without compromising accuracy.
3. Simplified Workflow: By eliminating four manual steps in the EPA 1633 sample preparation workflow, these cartridges optimize efficiency and enhance throughput.
4. Reproducibility: Meeting the stringent requirements of EPA Method 1633, the cartridges deliver consistent recoveries and RSDs%, ensuring reliable results with every analysis.
5. Expanded Application: Demonstrating increased recovery rates for neutral PFAS in food matrices, these cartridges offer versatility and reliability across diverse sample types.

Empowering Our Customers

At the heart of our value proposition lies a commitment to empowering our customers. For senior-level scientists, lab managers, and directors across contract laboratories, government facilities, academia, and food testing laboratories, the challenges posed by PFAS analysis are all too familiar. Time constraints, complex matrices, and the need for staff training are constant hurdles.

Our cartridges alleviate these burdens by simplifying sample preparation, boosting throughput, and reducing the risk of contamination and false positives. By enabling faster, more efficient analyses, we empower laboratories to increase sample throughput, enhance revenue streams, and optimize resource allocation. Moreover, our user-friendly design facilitates training for staff members of all skill levels, ensuring consistent and reliable results.

A Brighter Future for PFAS Analysis

As we look ahead, the introduction of Oasis WAX/GCB and GCB/WAX for PFAS Analysis SPE cartridges heralds a new era in PFAS analysis. By addressing the complexities of sample preparation and delivering innovative solutions, we pave the way for more efficient, accurate, and accessible environmental monitoring. With our steadfast commitment to customer-centric innovation, we remain dedicated to driving progress and empowering laboratories worldwide.

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