Table 3.
Estimated resolution required to separate the analyte signal from background peaks (>3:1) for samples containing 200 pg of each explosive compound.
| Explosive | Paper Spray | Swab Spray |
|---|---|---|
| TNT | 3400 | 3400 |
| RDX | 1200 | 1700 |
| HMX | 17,500 | 2800 |
| PETN | 8300 | 3350 |
| Tetryl | 6600 | 1300 |
| NG | 1750 | 2500 |
| PA | 4900 | 1350 |