Mx908 Flashcards

1
Q

Mx908 uses ______ type of detection

A

High pressure mass spectrometry
HPMS

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2
Q

How does the MX908 introduce a sample for analysis?

A

The sample is drawn in through an inlet, either as a vapor or from a swab.

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3
Q

What happens to the sample inside the MX908?

A

The sample is ionized using a chemical ionization process to create charged molecules.

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4
Q

How does the MX908 separate different ions?

A

It uses high-pressure mass spectrometry to filter ions based on their mass-to-charge ratio.

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5
Q

How does the MX908 identify substances?

A

It compares ion signatures to a built-in chemical database.

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6
Q

What categories does the 908 detect?

A

Explosives
Cwa
Narcotics
Tics

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7
Q

States of matter and modes

A

Gas/vapor mode
Trace/aerosols mode

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8
Q

Orientation for trace mode?

A

Flat

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9
Q

Can vapor and aerosols mode be swapped while on?

A

No

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10
Q

What mode should be run first when the TRACE MODULE is installed?

A

Clean Mode

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11
Q

What should be replaced if necessary during system setup?

A

Sampling Module

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12
Q

What check must be performed before selecting a mission?

A

System Check

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13
Q

Recommended mode for missions?

A

Hunter Mode(s)

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14
Q

What error occurs if TRACE MODE Clean is unsuccessful after 3 attempts?

A

TRACE MODE CLEANING ERROR

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15
Q

How many times can CLEAN MODE be re-run for TRACE MODE cleaning?

A

Up to 3 times

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16
Q

What should be used to clean the TRACE MODULE?

A

Alcohol wipes

17
Q

If a LOW PRESSURE ERROR occurs, what component is likely clogged?

18
Q

What should be done after replacing or cleaning the MS Core?

A

Re-calibrate MS Core

19
Q

What module and swabs are required for TRACE Sampling?

A

TRACE MODULE & TRACE SAMPLING SWABS

20
Q

What technique should be used for TRACE Sampling?

A

Swab-the-Swab

21
Q

What modules are required for VAPOR or AEROSOL Sampling?

A

VAPOR or AERO MODULE

22
Q

What function eliminates persistent vapor background?

A

ZERO function

23
Q

What tool helps with challenging vapor conditions?

A

Captive Sampler