Fermentation exhaust gas analysis using mass spectrometry

Journal Article · Fri Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1985 · Bio/Technology; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1038/nbt1185-982· OSTI ID:6500062

Buckland, B; Gbewonyo, K; Hunt, G; Jain, D

A Perkin Elmer MGA-1200 mass spectrometer has been coupled with a mini-computer and a sampling manifold to analyze up to 8 components in the exhaust gases of fermentors. Carbon dioxide, oxygen, and nitrogen are typically analyzed, but ethanol for yeast fermentations can also be tested by heating the line from the fermentor to the sampling manifold. Specifications, operation, and performance of the system are described. The system has been used for process control, the study of fermentation kinetics, and process development. 8 references, 7 figures, 1 table.

• Research Organization: Merck Sharp and Dohme Research Labs., Rahway, NJ
• OSTI ID: 6500062
• Journal Information: Bio/Technology; (United States), Vol. 3:11
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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