Determining Total Organic Carbon with Temperature Dependent Differentiation

Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analysis is critical for evaluating hydrocarbon potential, raw material quality, and soil health. This application note describes temperature-dependent TOC determination using the LECO RC612, which eliminates acid digestion by differentiating organic and inorganic carbon through controlled furnace heating. The method provides efficient, accurate carbon analysis with minimal sample preparation and simultaneous moisture determination.