HM-FP3C Flame Photometer

Product Introduction

The HM-FP3C Flame Photometer is a three-channel analytical instrument designed for simultaneous measurement of potassium (K), sodium (Na), and barium (Ba) concentrations. Using atomic emission spectroscopy with interference filter spectral separation, it provides direct concentration reading for environmental water quality monitoring, industrial wastewater screening, and geological barium quantification. The 7-inch color capacitive touch LCD offers intuitive operation, while the self-developed high-performance nebulizer ensures consistent atomization across diverse water sample matrices. One-touch ignition with built-in air pump and flame-out protection with automatic gas valve shutoff combine efficiency with safety. The instrument supports up to 10-point calibration curves with 20 stored curves, enabling flexible quantitative analysis for different water types and concentration ranges. Historical records can be printed via the built-in thermal printer or exported through USB drive for compliance documentation. Compliant with JJG630-2007 verification standards, the HM-FP3C delivers reliable barium and alkali metal determination with faster turnaround than ICP-OES for routine water quality screening workflows.

Applications

• Environmental water quality monitoring — barium, potassium, and sodium in surface and groundwater
• Industrial wastewater screening — barium detection in discharge from chemical and electroplating facilities
• Drinking water safety — sodium and barium screening for public health compliance
• Soil and sediment analysis — barium and alkali metal content for site characterization
• Geological barium quantification — mineral exploration and geochemical survey
• Chemical process water monitoring — alkali metal tracking for quality control
• Pollution control — barium monitoring during remediation and incident response

Functional Performance

• 7-inch color capacitive touch LCD for intuitive operation and data review
• Simultaneous 3-channel measurement of Ba, K, and Na with direct concentration reading
• Interference filter spectral separation with <15nm bandwidth for high selectivity
• Self-developed high-performance nebulizer for consistent atomization across water matrices
• One-touch ignition system with built-in air pump for simplified startup
• Up to 10-point calibration curves with 20 stored curves for flexible quantification
• Segmented method, linear fitting, and curve fitting for concentration calculation
• Flame-out protection with automatic gas valve shutoff for operational safety
• Moisture separator for environmental stability and measurement consistency
• Built-in thermal printer for on-site compliance documentation
• USB drive data export for LIMS integration and regulatory reporting
• Single-point calibration for baseline drift correction during batch testing

Main Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Test Elements	Na, K, Ba (3 channels)
Linear Error	Na<0.03, K<0.005, Ba<0.066 mmol/L
Detection Limit	Na<0.008, K<0.004, Ba<0.066 mmol/L
Operation Mode	7-inch color capacitive touch LCD
Spectral Method	Interference filter
Photoelectric Element	Silicon photocell
Print	Built-in thermal printer
USB Output	Historical records exportable via USB drive
Concentration Calculation	Segmented method, linear fitting, curve fitting
Calibration Curve Storage	Up to 10 points per curve, 20 curves total
Stability	≤3% (15s), ≤8% (6 measurements)
Repeatability	≤2%
Response Time	<8s
Sample Aspiration Rate	<6mL/min
Filter Bandwidth	<15nm
Filter Center Wavelength Error	Na<5nm, K<7nm, Li<7nm, Ca<7nm, Ba<7nm
Operating Conditions	10°C~35°C, ≤85% RH
Dimensions	460mm × 325mm × 450mm
Weight	~10kg
Power	220V±22V, 50Hz±1Hz, ≤50W
Compliance Standards	JJG630-2007, LY/T1246-1999, LY/T1248-1999, LY/T1254-1999, NY/T889-2004, NY/T2420-2013

Expert Review

The HM-FP3C addresses a critical need in environmental water quality monitoring by adding barium detection to the standard potassium and sodium channels. This 3-channel configuration provides laboratories with direct concentration reading for barium, a parameter increasingly important in industrial wastewater screening and pollution control compliance testing. Compared to ICP-OES systems, the HM-FP3C offers significantly faster turnaround for routine barium screening at a fraction of the operational cost. The instrument's stability (≤3% in 15 seconds) and repeatability (≤2%) meet the demands of regulatory compliance workflows, while the built-in thermal printer and USB export facilitate traceable reporting. Compliant with JJG630-2007 and soil/plant analysis standards, the HM-FP3C is an excellent choice for environmental monitoring stations and industrial wastewater laboratories. For geological and battery material applications requiring lithium detection, explore the HM-FP3B model.

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