The next big thing in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry is here
The PEGASUS® BTX is the culmination of nearly 30 years of developing the ultimate TOF mass analyzer for GC and GC×GC applications.
Introducing New TOF Tech:
The PEGASUS® BTX
The Pegasus BTX is the latest evolution of LECO’s Benchtop (BT) GC-TOFMS series. Building upon the success of the Pegasus BT series over the past 8 years, the Pegasus BTX continues to deliver unparalleled reliability and performance in analytical testing. From unbiased, non-targeted analyses to tackling challenging sample matrices, the Pegasus BTX empowers researchers across diverse industries to gain deeper insights into complex sample chemistries.
It’s very pleasing to have chromatography and software that you recognise. We have data from our BT and we’re comparing that with the Pegasus BTX already seeing increased sensitivity. Interestingly, increased molecular ion information, so abundance of molecular ions in the EI mass spectrum of my Alkanes, which makes determining the molecular weight easier.
(Professor G John Langley is Professorial Fellow (Enterprise) within Chemistry at the University of Southampton, UK)
Working in omics applications, I really need instrument data that is sensitive as well as robust and offers the possibility to do non-targeted analysis and to be honest so far this is exactly what we get with the new Pegasus BTX. After testing food and biological matrices on it, I can see that the system is highly sensitive and providing all the added value of the GC×GC separation which is perfect for my types of samples.
(Dr Pierre-Hugues Stefanuto, Lead Scientist and Lecturer at University of Liège, Organic Biological Analytical Chemistry Group)
Key features
Innovative StayClean® Ion Source
The PEGASUS® BTX retains the innovative StayClean® ion source from its predecessor, ensuring continuous high sensitivity without the need for cleaning and minimizing unplanned downtime.
Blinding Fast Full-Spectrum Acquisition
With blinding fast full-spectrum acquisition rates, the PEGASUS® BTX captures comprehensive data sets for thorough sample analysis.
5 Orders of Linear Dynamic Range
Experience enhanced analytical capabilities with 5 orders of linear dynamic range, allowing accurate measurement across a wide concentration range.
Femtogram-Level Sensitivity
A novel ion path and detector design deliver femtogram-level sensitivity, enabling the detection of analytes that previously eluded even advanced targeted GC-MS systems.
Two-Year Detector Warranty
At LECO, our commitment to instrument quality and robustness is unwavering. That’s why all new PEGASUS® BTX systems come with a two-year detector warranty, providing peace of mind and ensuring long-term reliability.
Miniscule Footprint
Despite its powerful performance, the PEGASUS® BTX features a compact footprint, making it suitable for laboratories with limited space.
The new PEGASUS® BTX
The Next Big Thing
In Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry
Key markets and applications
- Aroma/Flavor/Fragrance: Precise analysis of volatile compounds for quality control and product development.
- Food Safety: Rapid and accurate detection of contaminants and adulterants, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Environmental: Comprehensive analysis of pollutants and toxins in air, water, soil, and other matrices, supporting environmental monitoring efforts.
- Metabolomics: Exploration of metabolic pathways, identification of biomarkers, and study of disease mechanisms.
- Petrochemical: Precise characterization of hydrocarbons, contaminants, and additives in petroleum products.
- Pharma: Accurate quantification of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), impurities, and degradation products, ensuring product efficacy and safety.
Seamless Integration
and Summary
The Pegasus BTX represents a significant advancement in analytical testing, addressing the diverse needs of our target markets with its innovative features and capabilities. From improving efficiency and accuracy in food safety and environmental testing to driving advancements in metabolomics and pharmaceutical research, the Pegasus BTX delivers unparalleled performance and value. With its longer detector lifetime, smaller footprint, enhanced sensitivity, and comprehensive analysis capabilities, the Pegasus BTX is poised to revolutionize analytical testing across industries worldwide.
PEGASUS® BTX Specifications
| Detector | Scintillator – Photomultiplier Tube with extended lifetime |
| Mass Analyzer | Time-of-Flight Mass Analyzer with Dual Stage single Reflectron |
| Mass Range | 10 – 1500 m/z |
| Mass Resolution | > 1,100 at m/z 219 |
| Spectral Acquisition Rate | 1-500 spectra/second – up to 35,000 transients/second |
| Detection Limit (GC carrier gas – Helium) |
10fg OFN with Quant S/N > 10 |
| Detection Limit (GC carrier gas – Hydrogen) |
10fg OFN with Quant S/N > 10 |
| IDL | < 4fg for 8 replicates of 10fg OFN injected |
| Precision | < 5% RSD for 15 injections of 100fg OFN |
| Linear Dynamic Range | 5 orders of magnitude |
| Detector | Scintillator – Photomultiplier Tube with extended lifetime |
| Mass Analyzer | Time-of-Flight Mass Analyzer with Dual Stage single Reflectron |
| Mass Range | 10 – 1500 m/z |
| Mass Resolution | > 1,100 at m/z 219 |
| Spectral Acquisition Rate | 1-500 spectra/second – up to 35,000 transients/second |
| Detection Limit (GC carrier gas – Helium) |
10fg OFN with Quant S/N > 10 |
| Detection Limit (GC carrier gas – Hydrogen) |
10fg OFN with Quant S/N > 10 |
| IDL | < 4fg for 8 replicates of 10fg OFN injected |
| Precision | < 5% RSD for 15 injections of 100fg OFN |
| Linear Dynamic Range | 5 orders of magnitude |
Watch the live demo of the PEGASUS® BTX
Listen to Sebastiano Panto, LECO’s Application Specialist and get to know the advantages of the Pegasus BTX.
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Application Notes
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Delve into real-world scenarios with our application notes. Our Global Applications Director Nick Jones will guide you through the different applications and explain why the Pegasus BTX will be the next big thing.
