Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Nickel 61, 61Ni, plasma standard solution, Specpure®, 61Ni 10µg/ml
Quantity/Pack Size – 50ml
Form – Liquid (aqueous solution)
Grade – Specpure® (high-purity, trace metal basis)
Application – ICP-MS calibration, isotopic analysis, trace nickel quantification
Product Overview
The 61Ni plasma standard solution from Specpure® is a high-precision reference material designed for laboratories requiring ultra-low detection limits and minimal interference. This 10µg/ml solution is prepared in a high-purity acid matrix to ensure stability and compatibility with ICP-MS instrumentation. The Specpure® grade guarantees <0.0001% trace metal impurities, making it suitable for environmental monitoring, geological research, and advanced material science applications where nickel isotope ratios (61Ni/60Ni) are critical. The solution is supplied in a 50ml HDPE bottle with a tamper-evident seal to prevent contamination during storage or transport. Its long shelf life (24 months unopened) and lot-specific certificate of analysis ensure reproducibility across experiments. The aqueous formulation eliminates the need for additional dissolution steps, saving preparation time while maintaining accuracy. For laboratories conducting high-sensitivity nickel analysis, this standard provides the consistency needed for NIST-traceable calibration curves and quality control checks.
FAQs
1. What is the matrix composition of this 61Ni standard solution?
The solution is prepared in a 2% nitric acid matrix to ensure complete dissolution and long-term stability of the nickel isotope.
2. Can this standard be used for both ICP-MS and ICP-OES analysis?
While optimized for ICP-MS due to its isotopic purity, it can be used for ICP-OES if diluted appropriately for the higher concentration range of optical emission spectroscopy.
3. What is the typical detection limit achievable with this standard?
Under optimized ICP-MS conditions, this standard enables detection limits as low as 0.01 ppb (10 ppt) for nickel isotopes in clean matrices.
4. How should this solution be stored to maintain its certified concentration?
Store unopened at 15-25°C in the original container. After opening, keep tightly sealed and use within 6 months for best accuracy.
5. Are there any known spectral interferences with 61Ni in this solution?
The primary potential interference is from 60Ni (natural abundance) and 62Ni, though the Specpure® grade minimizes these through isotopic enrichment processes.
