Marijuana is now legal in more than half of the United States, and as this industry continues to grow, so does the demand for accurate cannabis testing. Every cannabis product must be tested for potency and contaminants, so it’s essential to understand the basics of cannabis testing equipment. This blog post will discuss the three main types of testing equipment: chromatography, spectroscopy, and high-performance liquid chromatography.
Chromatography
This type of testing equipment is used to separate the different compounds in a sample. The most common type of chromatography is gas chromatography, which uses a column filled with inert gas to carry the sample through the system. The different compounds in the sample will travel at different speeds through the column so that they can be separated and identified.
Spectroscopy
This is another type of testing equipment that is used to identify the different compounds in a sample. This type of testing uses light to interact with the molecules in the sample, and it can be used to identify both organic and inorganic compounds. The most common types of spectroscopy are ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy and infrared spectroscopy.
High-performance Liquid Chromatography
This type of testing equipment is used to separate, identify, and quantify different compounds in a sample. It works by passing the sample through a column filled with a stationary phase and then measuring the amount of time it takes for each compound to travel through the column. This type of testing is susceptible and can be used to detect even trace amounts of compounds.
These are just a few examples of the types of cannabis testing equipment that are available. When choosing equipment for your lab, it is essential to consider what type of tests you will be running and what kind of accuracy you need. With so many options available, you can find the perfect piece of equipment for your needs.
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