faq

1	Q. Can you detect any atom (as shown in the periodic table) by NMR Method ?
	A. No. The nucleus of the atom must have a property called 'spin' to be NMR active (see NMR periodic table). It is safe to say that NMR detects atomic nucleus or the isotope of an element. For example, carbon element has more than one natural isotopes. We can not detect 99% of the carbon atoms which are C-12 isotopes. We only measure 1% of the carbons in a sample which are C-13 isotope. Also some nuclei are less sensitive than other and consequently take longer time for NMR measurements.
2	Q. I want to analyze this sample ? Is NMR better than 'this' method?
	A. Call first to discuss what material you want to analyze. We can suggest if NMR can help your analysis.
3	Q. How long it takes to measure 'this' NMR ?
	A. It depends on the amount of sample, its solubility and the type of NMR measurement. Proton, Fluorine, Phosphorous will usually take less time to measure than carbon
4	Q. How do I send you the samples ?
	A. You can send properly sealed and secured NMR samples in small vials by any carrier - UPS, FedEx or Airborne Express or by US Postal Service. Download or fill out the the sample submission form and include MSDS datasheet if necessary and available. Please make sure that the samples will arrive safely without breakage or any leakage.
5	Q. How long will you take before I get my spectrum?
	A. You can request the date and time you need the spectra. We will try to meet your need based on the availability of the instrument and professional time. Most routine proton spectra can be emailed very quickly.
6	Q. Is the word 'Nuclear' means 'radioactivity'?
	A. Although NMR can detect a few radioactive nucleus like tritium, we do not offer any service for any radioactive material. The 'Nuclear' refers to the nucleus of an atom that we detect and not radiactive material. We do not handle radioactive material.
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