MALDI-TOF (Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Time-of-Flight) Mass Spectrometry measures the mass of molecules from a sample that has been embedded in a matrix by using a laser to ablate and desorb the molecules with minimal fragmentation. It is widely used in identification and characterization of higher molecular weight compounds (e.g.: proteins, peptides and synthetic polymers). Shimadzu offers both benchtop, compact model (Linear- TOF) as well one suited for high-end (MALDI TOF/TOF) research applications on proteins, polymers etc.
