Compact, Low-Cost HPLC Column Temperature Controller Improves Chromatography and Aids Quality System Compliance

6 Sept 2007
Greg Smith
Analyst / Analytical Chemist

Precise and accurate control of elevated run temperatures will improve HPLC run times, peak resolution and analyte sensitivity. Temperature control also aids Quality System compliance (GLP, GMP, ISO-9000).

The new ThermaSphere™ TS-130 HPLC Column Temperature Controller from Phenomenex offers all of these benefits at an excellent price. The compact, integrated system precisely controls column temperature from 25-90°C (±0.1°C repeatability, with an absolute accuracy of 0.5°C). A powerful, miniature fan ensures rapid and highly stable temperature equilibration of the column chamber. Its light weight and small size make this column temperature controller perfect for virtually any HPLC instrument, especially where space is tight. Two touch pad buttons provide easy access to all programming functions, and the unit never requires any adjustment or re-calibration.

Inside the column compartment there is room for a single analytical column up to 30cm in length and 1/4 or 3/8” in outer diameter, and the transparent cover lets you view the column inside to catch any leaks. Three dual-sized column clips on the inside plus multiple tubing slots to the outside let the user flexibly position short, rapid analysis columns with the minimum of tubing.

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