Specifications

3-16 Ion Detector
SRS Residual Gas Analyzer
by cleaning them in high purity isopropyl alcohol. The procedure is described in the
RGA Maintenance chapter (CDEM Refreshment section) and, even though it is not
guaranteed to always work, it is worth trying as a last resort before discarding a
multiplier.
Channel electron multipliers have a history of high performance and dependability in
mass spectrometry applications. However, in order to achieve maximum useful lifetime
and optimum performance, it is very important to handle them very carefully. Please read
the CDEM Handling and Care section in the RGA Maintenance chapter to familiarize
yourself with some of the basic procedures that must be followed for the correct
operation of the multipliers.