Dual-Output Membrane Nitrogen Generator
The AV-MNG-30L2 is a dual-output membrane nitrogen generator engineered specifically for Shimadzu LC-MS and LC-MS/MS systems. From one floor-standing.
For Shimadzu LC-MS / LC-MS/MS · N₂ 0–30 L/min + Dry Air 0–20 L/min · Purity 95–99.9% · No Consumables · No Cylinders
The AV-MNG-30L2 is a dual-output membrane nitrogen generator engineered specifically for Shimadzu LC-MS and LC-MS/MS systems. From one floor-standing cabinet it delivers two independent gas streams that together cover the complete gas demand of a modern mass spectrometry workstation:
Nitrogen (N₂): 0–30 L/min at 95–99.9% purity for nebulizer gas, curtain gas and collision gas, plus dry air: 0–20 L/min at a pressure dew point below −40 °C for drying gas and auxiliary uses — no second generator, no extra floor space.
The generator separates nitrogen from compressed air with hollow-fiber membrane technology: oxygen, CO₂ and water vapor permeate rapidly through the polymer fiber walls and are vented, while nitrogen passes through as product gas; a filtered bypass line supplies clean, dry instrument air. Compared with PSA systems, the membrane design has no switching valves, a simpler structure, smaller footprint, faster start-up (≤ 3 minutes) and lower maintenance.
Everything — built-in compressor, water separator, multi-stage precision filtration, membrane module, buffer tank and dual pressure regulation — is integrated into one movable cabinet. Plug in, connect two gas lines to your Shimadzu system, and eliminate gas cylinders, rental contracts and delivery downtime for good.

Key Advantages
- Dual Gas Output From One Unit
- Nitrogen 0–30 L/min plus dry air 0–20 L/min — a single generator covers the full gas demand of a Shimadzu LC-MS workstation.
- Purpose-Built for Shimadzu LC-MS
- Factory-matched flow, purity and pressure for Shimadzu LCMS single and triple quadrupole systems; also compatible with Agilent, Thermo Fisher and AB Sciex.
- Zero Consumables
- Membrane separation has no switching valves and no adsorbent to replace — dramatically lower lifetime cost than PSA or cylinder supply.
- Built-in Compressor, Whisper Quiet
- Suspended, sound-insulated compressor runs 24/7 at noise below 56 dB; no external air supply needed.
- Laboratory-Grade Gas Quality
- No droplet residue, no phthalate ester contamination, particles < 0.01 µm, pressure dew point < −40 °C.
- Real-Time Purity Display
- High-precision onboard analyzer shows N₂ purity (95–99.9%) at a glance for instant quality confidence.
- Fast Start-Up & Easy Expansion
- Nitrogen ready within 3 minutes of power-on; capacity can be expanded easily as lab needs grow.
- Smart Self-Diagnostics
- Program-controlled self-diagnosis, service reminders and filter-expiry early warning simplify maintenance planning.
- Compact, Mobile & Space-Saving
- Highly integrated modular design (700 × 500 × 1000 mm) with lockable casters for effortless repositioning.
Product Features
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Hollow-fiber membrane separation | High purity, long service life, no consumables to replace |
| Dual gas output (N₂ + dry air) | One unit feeds both the nitrogen and dry-air inlets of a Shimadzu LC-MS |
| N₂ flow 0–30 L/min / dry air 0–20 L/min | Sufficient supply for high-throughput LC-MS/MS operation |
| Output up to 105 psi, dual adjustable regulation | Each line's pressure set independently to match instrument requirements |
| Built-in suspended & sound-insulated compressor | 24/7 continuous duty with noise < 56 dB |
| Multi-stage ultra-precision filtration with failure early-warning | Particles < 0.01 µm; protects membrane and downstream MS |
| Integrated water separator | Extends membrane module and system service life |
| Buffer tank with safety valve | Pressure-stabilized output for stable MS signals |
| Program-controlled self-diagnosis & service prompts | Easy, predictable maintenance |
| Lockable caster wheels | Easy to move and secure in position |
Technical Specifications
- Custom flow rates and purity (99% / 99.9% / 99.99% / 99.999% / 99.9999%) available on request — contact sales for tailored models.
| Parameter | AV-MNG-30L2 |
|---|---|
| Separation technology | Hollow-fiber membrane, no switching valves |
| N₂ flow rate | 0 – 30 L/min |
| Dry air flow rate | 0 – 20 L/min |
| N₂ purity | 95% – 99.9% (real-time display) |
| Output pressure | Up to 105 psi (≈ 0.72 MPa), freely adjustable, dual regulation |
| Gas quality | Particles < 0.01 µm; pressure dew point < −40 °C; no droplet / phthalate residue |
| Noise level | < 56 dB(A) |
| Max power | 2000 W |
| Power supply | 220V 50Hz — voltage customizable (110V / 220V / 230V / 380V, 50/60Hz) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 700 × 500 × 1000 mm |
| Weight | 150 kg |
| Mobility | Lockable caster wheels |
System Structure
- Figure — AV-MNG-30L2 process flow: air pretreatment → membrane separation → dual gas delivery (N₂ + dry air) to Shimadzu LC-MS
- Stage 1 · Air Compression & Pretreatment
- Ambient air enters the built-in compressor (24/7 duty). A water separator removes moisture, then a multi-stage ultra-precision filter (< 0.01 µm) cleans the air stream, with a filter failure warning to guarantee protection of the membrane module.
- Stage 2 · Hollow-Fiber Membrane Separation (Core)
- Clean compressed air enters the hollow-fiber membrane module. Oxygen, CO₂ and water vapor permeate through the fiber walls rapidly and are vented to atmosphere, while nitrogen passes through as product gas. A dry-air bypass line draws filtered air for the second output. No switching valves, no consumables — gas is ready in < 3 minutes.
- Stage 3 · Dual Gas Delivery & Quality Control
- The N₂ buffer tank stabilizes pressure (safety valve fitted), the onboard purity analyzer displays 95–99.9% in real time, and the dual pressure regulator feeds two independent lines: Output 1 (nitrogen, 0–30 L/min) and Output 2 (dry air, 0–20 L/min) — connected directly to the nebulizer, drying and collision gas ports of a Shimadzu LC-MS / LC-MS/MS.

Applications
- Shimadzu mass spectrometry
- Pharmaceutical & bio-analytical labs — method development, routine quantification, impurity profiling
- Food safety & environmental testing — pesticide residue, contaminant and trace analysis
- Clinical & forensic laboratories — high-throughput screening applications
- Academic & research institutes — chemistry, life science, proteomics, metabolomics


