Waters Targeted Mass Spectrometry Imaging (MSI)
High-resolution mass spectrometry imaging for spatial analysis in research applications.
Features
- High-resolution spatial imaging
- Supports biomolecular analysis
- Advanced MS technology
- Enhanced sensitivity
- User-friendly interface
Applications
- Biomolecular imaging
- Material analysis
- Pharmaceutical research
- Environmental studies
- Food safety analysis
Product Specifications
PERFORMANCE
Mass Accuracy
Not specified.
Resolution
25,000 (SYNAPT XS, Xevo G3 QTof)
0.7 Da (Xevo TQ Absolute)
0.7 Da (Xevo TQ Absolute)
Sensitivity
3000 counts (SYNAPT XS)
12000 counts (Xevo G3 QTof)
5 x 10^6 counts (Xevo TQ Absolute)
Improved sensitivity (DESI XS)
12000 counts (Xevo G3 QTof)
5 x 10^6 counts (Xevo TQ Absolute)
Improved sensitivity (DESI XS)
Speed
Stage speed: 10 µm/s–15 mm/s
Enhanced by sprayer and transfer line
Sequential sample acquisition
Enhanced by sprayer and transfer line
Sequential sample acquisition
Dynamic Range
Not specified
MASS RANGE AND ANALYTE DETECTION
Mass Range
Not specified
Detection Limit
Not specified
Detector
Not specified
IONIZATION, SOURCE AND INTERFACE
Ionization Method
DESI (Desorption Electrospray Ionization).
Ion Source
DESI XS with High-Performance Sprayer and Heated Transfer Line.
Interface
Heated transfer line
Ambient or 450°C.
Ambient or 450°C.
Gas Flow and Requirements
DESI solvent: 98:2 methanol/water + 0.01% formic acid at 2 µL/min
Integrated gas handling
Auto shut-off.
Integrated gas handling
Auto shut-off.
MASS ANALYZER
Mass Analyzer
Compatible with MRT, Cyclic IMS, XS QTof, TQ.
Quadrupole
Xevo G3 (QTof)
Xevo TQ Absolute (Triple Quadrupole).
Xevo TQ Absolute (Triple Quadrupole).
CHROMATOGRAPHY AND SAMPLE HANDLING
Chromatography
Not specified
Sample Handling
Supports microscope slides (76 x 26 mm) or microtitre footprint slide (128 x 85 mm)
Sequential acquisition
Sequential acquisition
Injection System
Not specified
DATA ACQUISITION AND ANALYSIS
Data Acquisition
HDI™ Software for data acquisition
Data Analysis
HDI™ Software for data analysis and statistics
AUTOMATION AND SOFTWARE
Automation
Auto shut-off of gases and voltages
Software
HDI™ Software for workflow, image integrity, data management, and multimodal integration (DESI/MALDI).
OPERATIONAL FEATURES
Ease of Use
DESI XS designed for simplicity
Includes sprayer camera
Intuitive HDI™ Software
Includes sprayer camera
Intuitive HDI™ Software
Maintenance and Durability
Reliable sprayer and transfer line
Precision manufacturing
Integrated gas handling for durability
Precision manufacturing
Integrated gas handling for durability
Operating Conditions
Heated transfer line: ambient or 450°C
Sealed housing for stability
Sealed housing for stability
Power and Cooling
Not specified
Dimensions and Footprint
Stage accommodates slides
X-axis max. travel: 125 mm
Y-axis max. travel: 75 mm
X-axis max. travel: 125 mm
Y-axis max. travel: 75 mm
GENERAL INFORMATION
Brand and Model
Waters, DESI XS
Documentation and Support
Installed and tested per Waters Standard Performance Tests.
Compatibility and Connectivity
Compatible with Waters portfolio: MRT, Cyclic IMS, SYNAPT XS, Xevo G3 QTof, Xevo TQ Absolute.
Configuration and Options
Stepper motor stage with different holders.
Licensing and Certification
Not specified
Cost and Operational Expenses
Auto shut-off saves on MS imaging consumables.