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When temperature or pressure of a reagent changes, bubbles will form in the flow path. Discover how degassing enhances the accuracy of 3 instruments.
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Check valves are critical to HPLC pump performance, as they prevent any backflow and ensure maximum pumping efficiency. With the right combination of the design parameters to material selection, based on application needs, optimal performance of the check valve can be achieved.
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Are your instruments space-constrained? What are the difficulties linked to replacing / reconnecting tubing assemblies in the field? At IDEX Health & Science, we offer thermoformed tubing that is ideal for densely packed components in space-efficient instruments and our assemblies come packaged and labeled to fit your needs.
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What components are part of a standard HPLC system? Solvent reservoir, a pump, injection valve, a column and more.
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In today’s fast-paced market, innovation to enable the latest industry trends is the key to success. Throughout 2020, our research and development team continued to focus on developing new, best-in-class fluidic products to meet your needs. The following new products were developed with a priority to simplify ease-of-use and instrument integration.
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Are you running highly sensitive organic solvents through your UHPLC system? We have designed a bioinert tubing and fitting connection system called, MarvelXACT™ PEEKsil™, with tubing that provides both the chemical compatibility of fused silica glass and the strength of PEEK.
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As diagnostic testing kits are designed to make test procedures as straightforward and robust as possible, point-of-care solutions have become increasingly common. This allows for increased compliance and more frequent testing results to keep individuals healthy. As we fight this coronavirus pandemic, an easy-to-use test would be highly desirable for COVID-19, given the immense pressures on the healthcare system.
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MarvelX UHPLC connection systems have been expertly designed for easy routing throughout your instrument, while providing consistent performance and superior re-usability. The connection system is compatible with 10-32 coned receiving ports and is absolutely finger-tight — no tool required.
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A good lab practice tip is to make the replacement of your filters or frits a part of your system’s preventative maintenance routine. Typically maintenance occurs every six months to one year. There will be times when you will need to change your filter or frit in addition to the regularly-scheduled changes.
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Fittings are typically comprised of a nut and a ferrule and have the important function of providing the physical connection of tubing throughout most systems. While simple in function, fittings exhibit some complexity regarding their description and how they are used.
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