Yokogawa Gas Chromatograph – High-Precision Gas Analysis for Industrial Quality, Safety & Process Control

Yokogawa Gas Chromatograph – High-Precision Gas Analysis for Industrial Quality, Safety & Process Control

Yokogawa Gas Chromatograph—Reliable, Accurate & Intelligent Gas Analysis for Modern Industries

Yokogawa is globally recognized for its leadership in process automation and analytical instrumentation. Its gas chromatographs (GCs) deliver exceptional precision, reliability, and long-term stability, making them ideal for critical gas analysis in complex industrial environments.

Built for rugged field operation and demanding analytical applications, Yokogawa GCs offer highly accurate measurement of hydrocarbon mixtures, natural gas composition, impurities, calorific values, and more. Industries rely on Yokogawa for real-time, continuous monitoring that enhances safety, optimizes process performance, and ensures product quality.


Key Features of Yokogawa Gas Chromatograph

  • High-resolution, precise gas separation and analysis

  • Robust design for extreme field and process conditions

  • Fast, stable, and repeatable measurement

  • Modular platform for multiple analytical applications

  • Supports detectors like TCD, FID, PDHID, FPD, etc.

  • Long-term BOE (Back-On-Error) stability with minimal drift

  • Remote diagnostics & web-enabled monitoring

  • Wide communication support: Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA

  • Low-cost maintenance with durable analytical components


📌 Popular Yokogawa Gas Chromatograph Models

1. GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph

  • Yokogawa’s flagship, high-performance GC

  • Large touchscreen color LCD for easy operation

  • Vibration-resistant oven and precise temperature control

  • Advanced self-diagnostics for reduced downtime

  • Ideal for petrochemicals, refineries & gas processing plants

2. GC1000 Mark II

  • Compact, field-mounted gas chromatograph

  • Highly stable platform for natural gas analysis

  • Designed for harsh and remote outdoor environments

  • Used in pipeline gas quality and BTU measurement

3. GC Programmed Application Units (APUs)

  • Custom-configured GCs for specialized industry needs

  • Designed for complex separations and multi-stream analysis


🛠 Applications of Yokogawa Gas Chromatographs

Yokogawa GCs are widely used across industries requiring high-precision gas composition analysis:

Oil & Gas

  • Natural gas BTU/CV measurement

  • Pipeline & custody transfer monitoring

  • Hydrocarbon dew point analysis

  • LNG processing

Petrochemical & Refinery

  • Process stream analysis

  • Hydrogen and hydrocarbon separation

  • Quality monitoring of feedstock and final products

Chemical Industry

  • Continuous gas composition measurement

  • Purity analysis & impurity detection

  • Solvent & VOC monitoring

Power & Energy

  • Fuel gas analysis for gas turbines

  • Emission monitoring & regulatory compliance

  • Combustion optimization

Environmental & Safety

  • Ambient air monitoring

  • Industrial emission analysis

  • Hazardous gas detection


💼 Why Industries Choose Yokogawa Gas Chromatographs?

  • Proven stability and accuracy across decades of use

  • Designed for low maintenance and long cycle

  • Superior temperature & vibration control for accurate separation

  • Real-time diagnostics and remote access minimize downtime

  • Engineered for continuous 24/7 field operation

  • High flexibility for multi-stream, multi-application setups

  • Strong global support and service network


Yokogawa Gas Chromatograph = Precision + Durability + World-Class Process Analytics

Yokogawa’s advanced gas chromatographs are essential for industries that rely on high-accuracy gas analysis for process control, safety, and quality assurance. With robust engineering, intelligent diagnostics, and exceptional analytical performance, Yokogawa sets a benchmark in industrial gas chromatography.