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Prominence UFLC

Source: Shimadzu Scientific Instruments
The Shimadzu UFLC system achieves speed and performance without compromise. The UFLC system does not depend on extremely high pressures and offers a high level of precision and expandability not available with previous fast LC systems.

The goal of high-speed HPLC is to realize increased productivity in the laboratory. Shimadzu believes that this increase in speed should not compromise the quality of the analytical data or the robustness of the HPLC. The quality of the data obtained from high-speed HPLC should be similar to that of conventional HPLC. For example, the Retention Time and Area repeatability should be excellent - even after 10,000 analytical runs, and peak shape and resolution should not deteriorate after prolonged use. To realize the increase in productivity from high-speed HPLC, the instrument should be easily maintained and have minimal downtime. These characteristics, not just high pressure, are the focus for a high-speed system.

The Shimadzu UFLC system achieves the above goals, providing speed and performance without compromise. The UFLC system does not depend on extremely high pressures and offers a high level of precision and expandability not available with previous fast LC systems. The proof is in the data!

ULTRA FAST – Amazing Speed and Performance
The Prominence UFLC and the new XR Columns combine to achieve 10x the speed of separation compared to a conventional HPLC system. Furthermore the high-speed injection mechanism of the Prominence SIL-20A sample injector significantly reduces overall cycle time by minimizing the time between runs. This autosampler speed, along with an inert "needle in line" flow path design, allows for rapid cycle times without the carryover or complexity that can result from inject ahead methods. Additionally, the excellent resolution of the new columns increases the possibility of analyzing samples that are not sufficiently separated by conventional HPLC.

UNQUESTIONABLE FIDELITY – Both Repeatability and Speed
The Shimadzu high-precision solvent delivery system provides excellent durability and precision due to its micro displacement pump design and resolution of delivery steps. This pump resolution is necessary to perform steep gradient profiles required for high-speed HPLC. After extended-use endurance tests, the autosampler demonstrates excellent repeatability for small-volume injections due to its proprietary valves and design.

NEW HIGH-SPEED COLUMNS – Shim-pack XR-ODS
The new XR columns were developed in consideration of separation, durability and applicable pressure. The 2.2um particle size with controlled particle size distribution skillfully balances separation efficiency, high-speed flow and pressure.

UPGRADEABILITY
Any Prominence system utilizing LC-20AB or LC-20AD pumps can be field upgraded to UFLC, thereby protecting the investment and allowing users to make smart choices.