A compact E x B filter: A multi-collector cycloidal focusing mass spectrometer

作者：Blase Ryan C^*; Miller Greg; Westlake Joseph; Brockwell Tim; Ostrom Nathaniel; Ostrom Peggy H; Waite J Hunter

来源：Review of Scientific Instruments, 2015, 86(10): 105105.

DOI：10.1063/1.4932184

A compact E x B mass spectrometer is presented. The mass spectrometer presented is termed a "perfect focus" mass spectrometer as the resolution of the device is independent of both the initial direction and energy of the ions (spatial and energy independent). The mass spectrometer is small in size (similar to 10.7 in.(3)) and weight (similar to 2 kg), making it an attractive candidate for portability when using small, permanent magnets. A multi-collector Faraday cup design allows for the detection of multiple ion beams in discrete collectors simultaneously; providing the opportunity for isotope ratio monitoring. The mass resolution of the device is around 400 through narrow collector slits and the sensitivity of the device follows expected theoretical calculations of the ion current produced in the electron impact ion source. Example mass spectra obtained from the cycloidal focusing mass spectrometer are presented as well as information on mass discrimination based on instrumental parameters and isotope ratio monitoring of certain ion signals in separate Faraday cups.

• 出版日期2015-10