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Accurately calculate LC–MS m/z values from neutral mass or convert m/z to neutral mass using common ESI adducts including H+, Na+, NH4+, Cl−, acetate, formate, and more.
The LC–MS m/z Adduct Calculator is a comprehensive analytical chemistry tool designed for scientists, researchers, and LC–MS users who need precise mass-to-charge (m/z) calculations for electrospray ionization (ESI) experiments. This calculator converts neutral monoisotopic mass to m/z and also performs the reverse calculation from observed m/z to neutral mass, supporting both positive and negative ionization modes.
This tool includes commonly observed LC–MS adducts such as:
[M+H]+
[M+Na]+
[M+K]+
[M+NH4]+
[M+ACN+H]+
[M+2H]2+ and higher charge states
[M-H]−
[M+Cl]−
[M+HCOO]−
[M+CH3COO]−
[M+TFA]−
Designed for real laboratory workflows, this calculator:
Uses monoisotopic masses
Accounts for charge state (z)
Applies electron mass correction
Supports multi-adduct comparison
Allows custom adduct entry
Enables CSV export for data analysis
Whether you are performing small molecule analysis, metabolomics, pharmaceutical characterization, environmental screening, or forensic toxicology, this LC–MS m/z calculator helps you quickly validate expected ion species, confirm adduct assignments, and interpret high-resolution mass spectra with confidence.
This tool is especially valuable for:
Troubleshooting unexpected peaks in LC–MS spectra
Predicting adduct formation patterns
Verifying isotopic mass accuracy
Teaching mass spectrometry fundamentals
Supporting method development and validation
Built for precision and transparency, the LC–MS Adduct Calculator displays full calculation steps, including:
m/z = (M + Δ ± z·e) / z
where M is neutral mass, Δ is the adduct mass contribution, z is charge state, and e is electron mass correction.
If you need a reliable, scientifically grounded LC–MS mass-to-charge converter, this tool provides a practical and laboratory-ready solution for modern analytical chemistry.
LC–MS m/z Adduct Calculator (ESI) – Neutral Mass to m/z Converter for Common Positive & Negative Adducts
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