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Spectrochemical plasma torch and method of manufacture

US7952709B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 6, 2009
Grant dateMay 31, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 26, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05H1/30
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention describes a torch for producing a plasma for a spectrochemical analysis comprising: an alumina ceramic injector, a vitreous material inner tube concentric with the injector, and an annular joint between the injector and the inner tube. The joint fixedly attaches the injector and the inner tube together and comprises of an adhesive compatible with vitreous material and alumina ceramic. A method of manufacturing the torch is also described.

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