Changing column temperature on the Optiflow® ion source in SCIEX OS software

For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

Answer

Typically, column temperature is set in the LC method. However, the OptiFlow® ion source has its column compartment directly above the probe on the source itself, so the column temperature field is located in the MS method and can only be adjusted there.

To change the temperature of columns used with the Optiflow ion source, navigate to the MS Method workspace in SCIEX OS software and create a new MS method. The column temperature parameter is in the Source and Gas Parameters section of the MS Method. Below is a screenshot illustrating the location of the column temperature field.

The Optiflow column temperature can be set between 5-90°C.