Agilent-HPLC 1260
Overview
The Agilent 1260 Infinity HPLC System is a high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) instrument designed for the separation, identification, and quantification of compounds in complex mixtures. It delivers high precision, accuracy, and reproducibility, making it suitable for routine analysis, quality control, research, and method development. The system is widely used in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, environmental, chemical, and academic laboratories.
Principle of Operation
The Agilent 1260 Infinity HPLC System separates compounds based on their interaction with a stationary phase inside a chromatographic column and a liquid mobile phase. A high-pressure pump delivers the mobile phase through the column, where sample components separate according to their chemical properties. The separated compounds are detected by a detector, and the resulting chromatogram is used for qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Key Features
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High-pressure solvent delivery system
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Excellent flow rate accuracy and precision
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High-resolution chromatographic separation
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Automatic sample injection with autosampler
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Gradient and isocratic elution capability
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Modular system configuration
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Fast and reliable analysis
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User-friendly chromatography software
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Low carryover and high reproducibility
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Suitable for continuous laboratory operation
Main Components
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Solvent Reservoir
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Degasser
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Binary/Quaternary Pump
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Autosampler
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Column Compartment
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HPLC Column
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UV-Vis or Diode Array Detector (DAD)
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Data Acquisition System
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Computer with Chromatography Software
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Instrument Type | High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) |
| Flow Rate Range | 0.001–10 mL/min |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | Up to 600 bar |
| Injection Volume | Programmable (model dependent) |
| Detector | UV-Vis / Diode Array Detector (DAD) |
| Autosampler Capacity | Model dependent |
| Column Temperature Range | Ambient to 80°C (model dependent) |
| Data Interface | USB / LAN |
| Software | OpenLAB CDS (model dependent) |
| Power Supply | 220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
Applications
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Pharmaceutical quality control
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Drug assay and impurity analysis
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Stability testing
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Method development and validation
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Food and beverage analysis
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Environmental testing
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Chemical analysis
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Biotechnology research
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Clinical and forensic laboratories
Benefits
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High analytical accuracy and precision
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Excellent reproducibility
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Fast sample processing
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Flexible modular design
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Reliable long-term performance
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Easy operation and maintenance
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Supports routine and advanced analytical workflows
Sample Types
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Pharmaceutical formulations
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Active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
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Biological samples
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Food and beverage samples
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Water samples
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Chemical solutions
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Environmental samples
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Herbal extracts
Industries Served
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Pharmaceutical Industry
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Biotechnology Industry
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Chemical Industry
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Food and Beverage Industry
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Environmental Testing Laboratories
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Clinical and Diagnostic Laboratories
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Research and Development Laboratories
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Universities and Research Institutions
