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Application Notes
Our database of GPC/SEC application notes explain the use of concentration, viscometer and light scattering detectors to obtain a distribution of absolute molecular weight, size and intrinsic viscosity, as well as information on conformation, aggregation, branching and copolymer composition.
 
Tetra Detector Array
A revolutionary, integrated multiple-detector device designed for the characterization of natural and synthetic polymers and copolymers, proteins, protein conjugates, excipients and other macromolecules. Comprised of modular Refractive Index, Ultra-Violet, Low Angle Light Scattering and Viscometer detectors.
GPC Standards
GPC: Standards
Viscotek offers a full line of GPC standards for natural and synthetic polymer applications.  PolyCAL™ Standards were developed as part of our  commitment to provide "Complete Solutions for GPC/SEC Applications".  PolyCAL™ Standards free GPC users from tedious standard preparation tasks by providing pre-weighed portions that are both accurate and easy to use.

Pre-Weighed and Ready to Use PolyCAL™ Universal Calibration Standards (UCS)

gpc-standardspic2.jpg (8116 bytes)PolyCAL™ UCS standards consist of 6 sets of 12 individual narrow standards each.  They are designed to be used for column calibrations, either conventional MW calibration with a concentration detector, or Universal Calibration with a viscometer detector.
  • Time efficient, no weighing and no labeling, just add solvent
  • Cost effective, multiple use afford less $ per calibration
  • Accurate, precise and flexible concentration control with bigger vials and larger sample weights
  • Excellent tool for lab-to-lab standardization and cross check
  • One standard per vial, no resolution problems
  • Detail pre-printed labels for lab notebooks (good for GLP/ISO)
  • Broad MW range, 12 fractions provide excellent MW coverage
  • Available for organic (PS, polystyrene) and aqueous (PEO, Polyethylene glycol/oxide) applications

Also Available PolyCAL™ Triple Detector Standards (TDS)

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bytes)PolyCAL™ TDS standards consist of 6 sets of two standards each, one narrow and one broad. They are designed to be used for calibrating detectors used in triple detection, such as light scattering, viscometers, and refractometers.
  • The narrow standard is particularly useful for determining detector volume offsets and peak broadening parameters.
  • The broad standard is particularly useful for checking the calculations for correct MWD (Mn, Mw, and Mz are reported) and Mark-Houwink parameters, etc.
  • In addition to the weight-average molecular weight Mw, the refractive index increment [dn/dc] and the intrinsic viscosity [h] are reported. These quantities can be used to calibrate, or check the calibration, of any and all three detectors. This response calibration is a must for accurate light scattering and viscometry work.
  • Intrinsic viscosity [h] and refractive index increment [dn/dc] reported for all common solvents.
  • Other benefits regarding accuracy and convenience are similar as listed above for UCS standards.

PolyCAL™ UCS-PS (6 x 12 box)
PolyCAL™ TDS-PS (6 x 2 box)
PolyCAL™ UCS-PEO (6 x 12 box)
PolyCAL™ TDS-PEO (6 x 2 box)


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Complete Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) / Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC) systems for the characterization of natural and synthetic polymers, proteins, conjugates and excipients. Integrated Triple and Tetra Detector Arrays (TDAs) featuring Low Angle Light Scattering (LALS) detectors, four capillary differential viscometer detectors, refractometers and UV/VIS detectors; in a single experiment, obtain absolute molecular weight, molecular size, intrinsic viscosity, conformation, branching, aggregation and copolymer composition. Flow Injection Polymer Analysis (FIPA) for fast, accurate and precise average molecular weight, size and intrinsic viscosity in routine QA/QC and process control. Automated Dilute Solution Viscosity (DSV) systems provide relative, inherent, and intrinsic viscosity.