Helium

(He)

 
Analyte
Detection Limit(s)
DL(s)
(ppm)
Method/Technique(s)
Method/
Technique(s)
Argon
Argon (Ar)
0.1
0.1 ppm
GC–PDID
Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
0.05
0.05 ppm
FTIR, GC–PDID
Carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO)
0.05
0.05 ppm
FTIR, GC–PDID
Carbonyl sulfide
Carbonyl sulfide (COS)
0.02
0.02 ppm
GC–ICP–MS
Hydrocarbons
Hydrocarbons (C2 – C6)
0.1
0.1 ppm
GC–FID
Hydrogen
Hydrogen (H2)
0.05
0.05 ppm
GC–PDID
Methane
Methane (CH4)
0.05
0.05 ppm
FTIR, GC–PDID
Nitrogen
Nitrogen (N2)
0.1
0.1 ppm
GC–PDID
Oxygen
Oxygen (O2)
0.1
0.1 ppm
GC–PDID
Water vapor
Water vapor (H2O)
0.05
0.05 ppm
CW–CRDS

Please keep in mind that these detection limits are only a guide. Many projects are highly unique and we recommend discussing your project with us over the phone. When you're ready to send your sample, visit Getting Started for important information.