Applications

Excelling at the most demanding trace gas measurements, Picarro’s Trace Gas Analyzer achieves a spectral resolution of 0.0005 cm-1 enabling part-per-billion sensitivity within seconds, which makes it ideal for process control applications. The unique combination of high sensitivity, selectivity and speed enables a range of trace gas applications, including:

Emissions Analysis
Tighter emissions standards impact engine and catalyst developers, automotive manufacturers, and stationary power generation plants. The specificity of the Trace Gas Analyzer is enabling optimization of diesel engine design and catalyst development by providing accurate, real-time exhaust analysis of non-traditional combustion gases such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia and formaldehyde.  Learn More>

Environmental Monitoring
Atmospheric monitoring of greenhouse gases requires high absolute accuracy and precision, while being insensitive to contaminants and changing environmental conditions. The Trace Gas Analyzer provides the accuracy and precision required in a field-deployable instrument that is designed to operate unattended.  Learn More>

Semiconductor Manufacturing
Process gases and ambient clean-room air must be ultra-pure to maintain process integrity. The parts-per-trillion sensitivity of the Trace Gas Analyzer coupled with its unprecedented, long-term stability has enabled it to be an effective, real-time monitor for advanced lithography processes, while also providing insight into the dynamics of ammonia exposure.  Learn More>

Petrochemical Process Control
Cost-effective petrochemical refining requires real-time analysis and control at critical process steps. Picarro's Trace Gas Analyzer provides the speed and sensitivity needed to optimize catalytic processes and downstream distribution.  Learn More>

Other Applications
Discover how the unique combination of high sensitivity, selectivity and speed could enable your application. View our Capabilites section to see the gases we're currently measuring and to tell us more about the requirements of your application.