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Agilent 380-ELSD Optimization of ELSD Conditions using PEG 400 Technical Overview
This document provides a technical overview of the Agilent 380-ELSD, highlighting its suitability for analyzing non-UV absorbing compounds such as polyethylene glycols (PEGs). It explains that detection sensitivity can be maximized by tuning three main control variables: nebulizer temperature, evaporator temperature, and gas flow rate.
Read onlineAgilent 380-ELSD specifications
| Operating Temperature | up to 120 °C |
|---|---|
| Reproducibility | below 2% |
| Detection Range | low nanogram levels |
Source: Agilent 380-ELSD Evaporative Light Scattering Detector Data Sheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What are the three main control variables for the Agilent 380-ELSD?
The three main control variables are nebulizer temperature, evaporator temperature, and gas flow rate.
From: Agilent 380-ELSD Optimization of ELSD Conditions using PEG 400 Technical Overview
What effect does a higher evaporator temperature have on the analysis?
A higher evaporator temperature results in a visible increase in signal and a reduction in baseline noise.
From: Agilent 380-ELSD Optimization of ELSD Conditions using PEG 400 Technical Overview
What compounds is the Agilent 380-ELSD ideal for?
It is ideal for detecting non-volatile compounds, where temperatures of 100 °C or above are required.
From: Agilent 380-ELSD Evaporative Light Scattering Detector Data Sheet
Does the Agilent 380-ELSD require an analog to digital converter?
No, control and digital data collection come as standard for multi-vendor platforms, so there is no need for an analog to digital converter.
From: Agilent 380-ELSD Evaporative Light Scattering Detector Data Sheet
What is the Agilent 380-ELSD ideal for analyzing?
The system is an ideal solution for the characterization of xylooligosaccharides and other water-soluble sugar oligomers.
From: Agilent 380-ELSD Application Note for Xylooligosaccharide Characterization
What are the recommended operating conditions for flow rate and injection volume?
The procedure specifies a flow rate of 1.0 mL/min and an injection volume of 20 uL.
From: Agilent 380-ELSD Application Note for Xylooligosaccharide Characterization
