PIONA Analyser using GC-VUV
Accurate and automated PIONA analysis using GC-VUV – delivering full compound class characterisation including 13 oxygenates, with reduced analysis time and lower cost per sample.
Ready to Elevate Your Analysis?
High-Precision PIONA Analysis with GC-VUV
PIONA analysis (Paraffins, Iso-paraffins, Olefins, Naphthenes, Aromatics and Oxygenates) is a critical tool for characterising gasoline-range products and verifying compliance with fuel specifications such as EN 228. Traditional PIONA methods often require complex chromatographic separation, strict retention time control, and extensive manual data review.
The GAS PIONA Analyser using GC-VUV provides a modern, fully automated alternative based on Vacuum Ultraviolet (VUV) spectroscopy. Distinct VUV absorbance spectra enable reliable identification and quantification of individual compounds and compound classes, even in co-eluting regions. The system complies with EN 18015, ASTM D8071 and EN 228, and includes 13 oxygenated components in a single analytical method with a runtime of 34 minutes.
Applications
- Supported methods: EN18015, ASTM D8071
- Fuel Specification EN228 Compliance Testing
Verify gasoline quality according to EN 228 with automated reporting of compound classes and individual components.
- PIONA Analysis of Gasoline-Range Products
Perform full PIONA+ classification including oxygenates according to standardised methods and fuel specs.
- Refinery and Blending Operations
Support blending optimisation and product development through detailed compositional insight.
- Oxygenates Identification and Quantification
Analyse 13 oxygenated components such as methanol, ethanol, MTBE, ETBE, TAME and TAEE within the same method.
- Multi-Fuel Analysis on One Instrument
Combine PIONA with jet fuel (ASTM D8267) and diesel/biodiesel (ASTM D8368) analysis using the same GC-VUV system.
Benefits
- Distinct Spectral Identification
VUV spectra enable reliable compound identification independent of precise retention times or column switching. - Complete PIONA+ Coverage
Simultaneous analysis of paraffins, iso-paraffins, olefins, naphthenes, aromatics and 13 oxygenates. - Reduced Analysis Time
Complete PIONA analysis in approximately 34 minutes with fully automated data processing. - Simplified Instrumentation
Single capillary column and VUV detector – no traps, pre-columns or complex calibration routines required. - Lower Cost per Analysis
Reduced operational costs and minimal manual data review compared to traditional PIONA and DHA methods.
Downloads
Access brochures, technical datasheets, application notes, and software updates
PIONA Analyser using GC-VUV Datasheet
Explore system configuration, method details, compound coverage and performance data for automated PIONA and oxygenates analysis using GC-VUV according to ASTM D8071, EN 18015 and EN 228.