20 Sample Analysis
Sample Analysis
Sample Preparation
1. Add a Q-Disc to a clean Q-Cup.
1.1. Remove bottom of Q-Cup by unscrewing.
1.2. Place Q-Disc into bottom piece of Q-Cup.
1.3. Place top piece of Q-Cup onto bottom piece and twist together until nger tight.
2. Weigh any sorbents, if needed for inline sample drying or cleanup, into Q-Cup.
NOTE
Do not add wet sample directly to the Q-disc, make sure sorbent/drying agent is placed rst.
3. Weigh sample into Q-Cup. The maximum sample size should be below the outer band of the Q-Cup that sits on
the rack. Suggested sample weights are listed below.
Sample Weight Maximum (g)
Food, Plant, and Animal Tissue 30
Oil and Plastic 2
Environmental and Regulatory 5
Miscellaneous 5
NOTE
The Q-Cup can only handle solid and semi-solid samples up to 30 grams, no liquids can be used. To
determine if the sample will t in the Q-Cup, add sample to a graduated cylinder; the Q-Cup can hold 50
mL. If the sample is above 50 mL, it will not t in the Q-Cup.
Mix dry samples with sand to disperse sample for better draining.
CAUTION
Overlling may cause clogging, as it allows excess pressure to develop. DO NOT ll sample above the
outer band of the Q-Cup.
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