The Thermo Scientific™ iCAP™ MTX Triple Quadrupole Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS) is a high-performance instrument which can be integrated into any elemental analysis laboratory. From sample to result the iCAP MTX ICP-MS fulfils the most demanding application requirements with effortless efficiency.
When your analysis demands the highest levels of detection power and accuracy, you need to rely on more advanced analytical methods. Adding sophistication to your analysis should not come at the cost of unwanted and unnecessary complexity.
Consistent results and stability with unique matrix robustness
In demanding analytical laboratories, it is essential to produce the highest quality data with minimal down time, even with highly variable and complex samples. The iCAP MTX ICP-MS provides unique matrix robustness without compromising sensitivity, for right first-time results.
Thermo Scientific: iCAP MTX Triple Quadrupole ICP-MS - Minizine cone cleaning even when analyzing a range of challenging sample types. More than 4000 samples of varying types were analyzed over a span of 16 weeks
Intelligent Matrix Handling (IMH)
IMH reduces exposure of the instrument to the sample matrix when analyte detection is not taking place
- Confidently analyze samples without QC failures
- Longer analytical runs with minimal interruptions
- Increased productivity and reduced maintenance
Seamless interface control
Achieve the optimal balance of sensitivity to matrix tolerance with control of skimmer potential and forevacuum pump
- Improved detection capability in challenging matrix
- Highest sensitivity for your sample type
- Simple instrument operation via a fully software-controlled system
Easy Argon Gas Dilution (AGD)
Easy AGD reduces analytical drift and matrix deposits with a proprietary dilution gas introduction method
- Right first-time analysis to eliminate re-runs
- Prevents matrix deposits with high matrix samples
- Consistent internal standard recovery throughout the analytical run
Integrated argon humidifier
Enhance productivity and robustness with a fully integrated argon humidifier
- Increase productivity with software switching between dry and humidified plasma
- Minimized analytical drift from prevention of salt build up on nebulizer and torch
- Clear visual indicators for humidifier status
Thermo Fisher Scientific: iCAP™ MSX Single Quadrupole ICP-MS: Deliver right first time results in high matrix samples without drift or QC failures. Soil and wastewater analysis over 12 hrs with IMH and AGD-25, demonstrating minimal analytical drift in a high matrix.
Ultimate analytical detection capabilities with uncompromised performance
The iCAP MTX ICP-MS is powerful enough to analyze any sample at the lowest level – so no application is out of reach. Discover more in your samples with high sensitivity and triple quadrupole detection power. Open up new research possibilities and introduce the potential for scientific breakthroughs
Intellilens™ for optimal performance
The Intellilens optimizes the optical lens settings per analyte to provide maximum sensitivity across the mass range
- Optimize sensitivity per analyte with intelligent tuning algorithms
- Integrated within autotunes for simplicity and ease-of-use
- Automated set-up without user instrument interactio
Reaction Finder Method Development Assistant
Develop methods that provide right first-time analysis with advanced interference removal
- Reduce method development time with intuitive automated mode selection according to your target analytes
- Simplify method development with built in intelligence, eliminating the requirement for advanced knowledge of complex reaction chemistry
- Ultimate accuracy with SQ and TQ modes for interference removal
High sensitivity with interface design and control
Advance control of the of the interface and forevacuum boost analytical performance
- Sensitivity or matrix tuning to provide the correct parameters for different samples
- Potential applied to skimmer cone, adjusted to optimize performance
- Raised interface vacuum further increases sensitivity
Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific iCAP MTX Triple Quadrupole ICP-MS - The iCAP MTX ICP-MS is powerful enough to analyze any sample at the lowest level
Optimised productivity with ultimate efficiency
The iCAP MTX ICP-MS ensures the highest levels of analytical productivity combined with ease-of-use to significantly reduce your staff training time. The instrument requires minimal maintenance for operational efficiency. The Thermo Scientific™ Qtegra™ Intelligent Scientific Data Solution (ISDS) Software seamlessly controls your workflow from the initial instrument set-up, throughout daily operation to reporting results. Meet the demands of accurate analysis and traceable data with robust and reliable automated processes.
Qtegra ISDS Software
The intuitive Qtegra ISDS Software provides your laboratory with streamlined workflows, facilitating the fastest sample to results:
- Increase productivity with one software application, removing the need to navigate to different applications
- Reduce training with a common software platform across all ICP technologies from Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Get Ready workflows can pre-program the instrument for operation, and increasing productivity
The Thermo Scientific HAWK Consumable and Maintenance Assistant, Instrument Performance Monitoring
- Operational uptime is maximized with programmable alerts that notify the analyst when maintenance is required
- Manage consumable inventory to ensure your laboratory is equipped for incoming samples
- Instrument performance trends can be easily monitored supporting accreditation
Thermo Fisher Scientific: iCAP MTX Triple Quadrupole ICP-MS: Ensure instruments are operational and performance is maintained: The HAWK Consumable and Maintenance Assistant alerts the user to perform critical maintenance tasks.easyClick Peristaltic Pump
- No manual pump tension arm required
- Auto-tensioning ensures consistent results regardless of the operator
- Extended peristaltic pump tubing lifetime
Unique user experience
- Clear visibility of instrument status from anywhere in the laboratory with comprehensive status LED
- Reduce time needed to carry out sample introduction maintenance with a system that is operator centric


