Evaluation of a Galvo-Based Novel fs-LA-ICP-MS/MS Platform for High-Precision Elemental Analysis with Flexible Large Spots

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate a novel galvo-based femtosecond laser ablation system for its effectiveness in high-precision elemental analysis.
• Developed a galvo-based femtosecond laser ablation system for use in elemental analysis.
• Assessed the system's performance in terms of thermal effects and spot size flexibility.
• Conducted comparative analysis against conventional fs-LA systems to measure sensitivity and fractionation.
• The novel system demonstrates significantly improved sensitivity for ultra-trace elemental analysis.
• Flexible large spot sizes enhanced bulk representativeness, outperforming traditional methods.
• Lower thermal effects were recorded, indicating reduced fractionation compared to conventional fs-LA systems.