Water dosage type P1

Type P1 water is ultra-pure water used in analytical, industrial, or production settings requiring strict control of mineral, organic, and particulate contaminants. This type of water is critical in sensitive processes where even the slightest trace of ions, metals, particles, or organic matter can disrupt a reaction, alter a product, or skew an analysis.

The P1 water analysis verifies compliance with the specifications required for ultrapure process or laboratory water. The criteria monitored include conductivity, anions and cations, trace metals, organic parameters, and suspended particles. This testing is essential to ensure the performance of water treatment facilities and guarantee the reliability of downstream processes.

Analytical techniques

The analysis is based on highly sensitive physico-chemical methods that allow the detection of very low levels of contaminants.

The main techniques include:

• Ion-exchange chromatography for the quantification of anions and cations
• ICP-OES or ICP-MS spectrometry for the analysis of trace metal elements
• conductivity measurement to assess ionic purity
• particle test or filtration to quantify suspended solids
• measurement of total organic carbon (TOC) if necessary according to the specifications

These methods guarantee reliable detection, even at the ultra-trace level.

Typical matrices include: process water, ultrapure water, laboratory water, diluted analytical solutions, water from pharmaceutical or microelectronic production lines.

Industrial applications

P1-type water control is essential for:

• analytical and R&D laboratories using highly purified aqueous solvents
• The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries require water free of interferences.
• microelectronic production units sensitive to ions and trace metals
• manufacturers of reagents or standard solutions
• water purification facilities wishing to validate their performance

This dosage helps to ensure the reproducibility of protocols, the stability of chemical reactions, process safety and regulatory compliance.

Further analyses recommended

For complete control of water quality and associated equipment, it may be relevant to combine:

• P2 type water dosage
• water dosage type D1
• conductivity measurement
• dosage of inorganic compounds
• assay of semi-volatile organic compounds
• Heavy metal analysis (ICP-MS)
• total organic carbon (TOC) analysis

YesWeLab Expertise

YesWeLab collaborates with a network of laboratories specializing in environmental and physicochemical analyses, selected for their technical expertise and, where required, their ISO 17025 or COFRAC accreditations. Services are directed to the most suitable laboratory based on the methods, matrices, and expected sensitivity levels.

Our scientific team assists you in selecting analyses, interpreting results, and defining a relevant control plan. Since 2020, numerous industrial companies, water treatment plant operators, laboratories, and engineering firms have entrusted us with their samples via our digital platform.

For any specific request or to obtain a quote, our team is at your disposal.