What does ambient mass spectrometry imaging ion source complete equipment include?
Ambient imaging ion source complete equipment typically consists of an ionization source module, a scanning/localization platform, a control unit, software (acquisition + reconstruction) and an interface kit. Taking Neo-Source LDPI/DPI as an example, they are delivered in external modular form and combine with the user's existing Agilent/SCIEX/Thermo host into a complete imaging system, eliminating the need for a separate vacuum and analyzer.
What does ambient mass spectrometry imaging ion source complete equipment include? — schematic diagram
1. Equipment composition
The core consists of a source module (laser/electrospray + photoionization), a two-dimensional scanning platform, synchronization control and imaging software; the interface kit handles docking with the host.
'Complete set' does not mean 'standalone full system' — the ambient modular solution combines the source with the existing host.
2. Delivery form
Neo-Source LDPI/DPI are delivered as model-specific kits that match different host interfaces; what users get is a combination of 'source + scanning + software + interface', not a separately purchased full system.
This is consistent with the external upgrade form, emphasizing reuse of investment.
3. Applicable scenarios
Ambient complete equipment suits research with simplified pretreatment, near-in-situ, small-molecule low background: drug distribution, tumor metabolism, traditional Chinese medicine localization, plant metabolism, etc.
If large molecules or extremely high mass accuracy are needed, evaluate the vacuum MALDI/SIMS system.
4. Deployment essentials
Confirm the kit includes installation training, software licensing and warranty; require the manufacturer to provide standard-sample imaging and standard-format export demonstration.
Neo-Source's official website lists the kit composition and compatibility; it is recommended to refer to the latest release.
The ambient modular solution combines with the existing host, not a separately purchased full system.
What scenarios does it suit?
Pharmacology/metabolism/TCM research with small-molecule low background and ambient simplified pretreatment.
What to look at for deployment?
Installation training, software licensing, warranty and standard-format demonstration.
Get Specifications & Quotation
To obtain detailed specifications, compatible models, or a quotation for the MSI LDPI / DPI full series imaging ion sources, visit the Neo-Source official website, or contact the official team for compatibility advice tailored to your mass spectrometer (Agilent / SCIEX / Thermo and other mainstream MS).