Headspace for Forensic Applications
SCION Headspace Solutions for Forensic Toxicology & Criminal Labs
Accurate VOC Detection in Complex Forensic Samples
In forensic science, precision and reproducibility can make the difference in legal outcomes. SCION’s automated headspace GC samplers provide unmatched accuracy for blood alcohol analysis, fire accelerant detection, toxicology, and explosives residue identification.
Built for routine labs and high-complexity testing centers, SCION’s Versa and HT3 systems meet the demanding needs of forensic workflows, with automated analysis, robust performance, and 21 CFR compliance.
Applications in Forensic Science
| Application | Analytes Detected | SCION Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Alcohol Analysis | Ethanol, Methanol, Acetone | Compliant with toxicology protocols |
| Fire Debris Analysis | Gasoline, diesel, solvents | Dynamic sampling increases sensitivity |
| Forensic Toxicology | Volatile poisons, organic solvents | Dynamic trapping for trace level detection |
| Explosives Residue | VOCs from chemical explosives | Compatible with sorbent traps and custom GC methods |
| Drug Matrix Evaluation | Residual solvents in seized materials | Supports custom profiling |
HT3 and Versa Headspace Samplers
HT3 Headspace Sampler – Advanced Forensic R&D & Trace Analysis
- Combines static and dynamic modes
- VOCARB 4000 trap for ultra-trace analytes
- Up to 300°C heated path prevents analyte loss
- Ideal for fire debris, accelerants, and unknowns
Versa Headspace Sampler – Routine Blood Alcohol & Toxicology Screening
- Fully automated static headspace system
- 20-sample carousel for throughput
- Inert SilcoNert® path reduces carryover
- Ideal for routine blood alcohol analysis, postmortem, and clinical tox labs
Why SCION for Forensic VOC Analysis?
- Excellent reproducibility for court-admissible results
- Sample integrity ensured with leak check + pressure control
- 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for chain-of-custody and audit trails
- Compatible with all major GC systems used in forensic labs
Simplify Complex Workflows
With our HT3 TekLink™ and Versa TekLink™ software, you can:
- Program static or dynamic methods in the same schedule
- View and log sampling methods, sample lists and instrument operating paramaters for blood alcohol, solvents, and accelerants
- Run leak diagnostics, temperature zone controls, and method optimization (M.O.M.)
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