PREP: CEM Microwave Digestion System

Description

This system can be used to digest or extract a wide variety of solid and liquid materials. Common applications include soils, minerals and rocks, sediments, sludges, plant and animal tissues, water, and dairy. It is commonly used to prepare samples for metals and nutrient (total N, P, S) analysis. The system will accommodate 40 samples of 10-20 mL volume (including digestion reagents).

Techniques
  • Digestion or extraction of sample usually via addition of acid, heat, and pressure
ASU Unit
Knowledge Enterprise
Rates
Service ASU rate Nonprofit/other academic rate Notes
Equipment use and acids $9/vial $17/vial