Agilent Technologies — Available from Gentech Scientific
Agilent 8890 Series Gas Chromatograph
The industry benchmark for high-performance GC analysis. Intelligently designed, flexibly configured, and built for labs that demand accuracy and uptime — the 8890 consistently exceeds expectations across the widest range of applications.
6th GenEPC Technology
10+Detector Options
6Inlet Configs
GC/MSReady
Platform Overview
Built-In Intelligence, Proven Performance
The Agilent 8890 GC’s sixth-generation Electronic Pneumatic Control (EPC) enables autonomous diagnostics that continuously monitor system health, surface alerts before problems develop, and walk technicians through step-by-step maintenance procedures — accessible directly from the touchscreen or remotely via the GC’s browser interface. When accurate results are critical and instrument uptime is a must, the 8890 delivers.
Detection
Detector Options
Choose the right detector for your application — or configure non-destructive detectors in tandem for dual-channel data from a single injection.
FID
Flame Ionization
The most widely used GC detector. Near-universal response to organic compounds with minimal background from carrier gases.
Most Common
uECD
Micro Electron Capture
Trace-level detection of halogenated organics and aromatic pollutants with exceptional sensitivity.
TCD
Thermal Conductivity
Ideal for permanent gases, light hydrocarbons, and compounds that don’t respond well to flame-based detection.
Non-Destructive
PID
Photo Ionization
Selective response to aromatics and olefins in the presence of alkanes and other saturated hydrocarbons.
Non-Destructive
FPD
Flame Photometric
Highly selective detection optimized for sulfur and phosphorus compound analysis.
NPD
Nitrogen Phosphorus
Targeted, high-specificity detection of nitrogen- and phosphorus-containing compounds.
PDD
Pulsed Discharge
Selective monitoring of high electron-affinity compounds — freons, chlorinated pesticides, and halogens.
MSD
Mass Selective
Measures m/z ratios for precise molecular weight determination and confident compound identification.
TQ-MS
Triple Quadrupole
Advanced mass detection technology adaptable to a broad spectrum of quantitative analytical applications.
Sample Introduction
Inlet Options
Available Inlet Configurations
Split/Splitless — The most widely used inlet for capillary GC across a broad range of sample volatilities.
Multimode (MMI) — One inlet supporting large-volume, hot/cold split/splitless, and pulsed injection modes.
Cool On-Column — Preferred for thermally labile or unstable compounds requiring minimal heat at injection.
Purged Packed — Direct injection onto packed and wide-bore capillary columns.
PTV (Programmable Temp. Vaporizer) — Combines split/splitless and cool on-column flexibility in one inlet.
Volatiles Interface — Introduces gas-phase samples from external headspace or purge-and-trap devices.
Automation
Autosampler Options
Supported Autosamplers
Agilent 7693A ALS Autoinjector (G4513A) — liquid injection for 7890 & 8890
Agilent 7693A 150-Position Sample Tray (G4514A)
Agilent 7697A Headspace Sampler — 111-vial capacity
Agilent 8697 Headspace Sampler — 120-vial capacity
Agilent G1888 Headspace Autosampler
EST Analytical Evolution Purge & Trap Concentrator
EST Analytical Centurion VOA Autosampler (water & water/soil)
EST Analytical FLEX Autosampler (headspace, liquid & SPME)
Why Gentech Scientific
What Sets Our Systems Apart
Every 8890 GC we supply is meticulously sourced, refurbished, and validated to perform at full lab-grade standards — backed by real support from experienced analytical chemists.
Large Inventory
Broad selection of Agilent GC systems in stock and ready to configure when you need them.
Custom Configured
Spec exactly the detectors, inlets, and autosamplers your application requires — at a price that works.
Rigorous Refurbishment
Meticulous rebuild followed by application-specific testing by analytical chemists with hands-on lab experience.
Warranty Backed
Every system ships with the Gentech Scientific warranty for complete peace of mind.
Ready to Configure Your 8890?
Our team will help you spec the right system for your application and budget.
