Product Description
Brand Waters Corp
Product Type Guards
Pack Size 1 Nos
CAT No 186006902
Application Chromatograpy
30x10mm Prep Guard Cartridge together with the 30x10mm Prep Guard Holder (part number 186006912) is designed to protect both HPLC and SFC 30 mm ID Prep OBD columns. Placing this guard assembly ahead of the prep column will provide longer column lifetimes and reduce purification costs.
Engineered for Column ProtectionThe XTerra MS C18 Prep Guard Cartridge safeguards your main preparative HPLC column from particulate and chemical contaminants, helping to maintain peak chromatographic performance and prolong equipment life. Its unique hybrid particle design resists degradation even at high pH, making it highly suitable for rigorous, high-throughput environments in research and industrial labs.
Optimized for High-pH and MS ApplicationsWith a pH stability up to 12 and compatibility for both aqueous and organic mobile phases, this guard cartridge is tailored for diverse and demanding preparative workflows. Its optimization for mass spectrometry (MS) applications ensures reliable, reproducible results even under challenging chromatographic conditions.
FAQ's of Waters Corp XTerra MS C18 Prep Guard Cartridge, 125A, 10 Am, 30 mm X 10 mm, 1/pk:
Q: How does the XTerra MS C18 Prep Guard Cartridge extend the life of preparative HPLC columns?
A: This guard cartridge traps particulates and chemical impurities before they reach the main preparative column, reducing wear and fouling. Its proprietary hybrid particle design tolerates aggressive cleaning and high pH, further enhancing column lifespan.
Q: What types of mobile phases are compatible with the XTerra MS C18 Prep Guard Cartridge?
A: The cartridge is compatible with both aqueous and organic mobile phases, allowing flexibility in method development for a wide range of HPLC applications.
Q: When should I replace the guard cartridge in my preparative HPLC system?
A: Replace the guard cartridge when you observe increased backpressure, reduced resolution, or contamination signs in your chromatographic results. Regular monitoring will help keep your preparative column performing optimally.
Q: Where can I use the XTerra MS C18 Prep Guard Cartridge?
A: It is designed for use in laboratories equipped with Waters preparative HPLC columns, commonly found in pharmaceutical, chemical, and research facilities across India and globally.
Q: What benefits does the proprietary hybrid particle technology provide?
A: The hybrid particle technology yields high mechanical strength, chemical stability at elevated pH levels, and better reproducibility, all contributing to enhanced reliability for demanding HPLC and MS applications.
Q: How is the XTerra MS C18 Prep Guard Cartridge installed and used?
A: It is manually installed in-line before the main preparative column. The cartridge works seamlessly to capture impurities, requiring no special tools or automated systems for operation.