Inductively coupled plasma torch structure with flared outlet

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United States of America

PATENT NO 12219687
APP PUB NO 20220344142A1
SERIAL NO

17726018

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An inductively coupled plasma (ICP) torch is described that includes a tapered outer end. A system embodiment includes, but is not limited to, a tubular sample injector configured to receive an aerosolized sample in an interior defined by walls of the tubular sample injector; an inner tube surrounding at least a portion of the tubular sample injector to form a first annular space between the inner tube and the walls of the tubular sample injector, the inner tube defining at least one inlet port for introduction of an auxiliary gas into the first annular space; and an outer tube surrounding at least a portion of the inner tube to form a second annular space, the outer tube defining at least one inlet port for introduction of a cooling gas into the second annular space, the outer tube having a flared region at an outlet of the outer tube.

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  • ELEMENTAL SCIENTIFIC INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Barrett, Gary J Omaha, US 12 9
Wiederin, Daniel R Omaha, US 173 506
Wiederin, Kevin Omaha, US 19 51

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