Waters ACQUITY UPLC CSH Columns - Manual (Page 6)

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ACQUITY UPLC CSH Columns 6
IV. Int rodUCInG eCord InteLLIGent
CHIP teCHnoLoGY
a. Introduction
The eCord intelligent chip will provide the history of a column’s
performance throughout its lifetime. The eCord will be permanently
attached to the column to assure that the column’s performance
history is maintained in the event that the column is moved from
one instrument to another.
Figure 1. Waters eCord Intelligent Chip
At the time of manufacture, tracking and quality control information
will be downloaded to the eCord. Storing this information on the
chip will eliminate the need for a paper Certificate of Analysis.
Once the user installs the column, the software will automatically
download key parameters into a column history file stored on the
chip. In this manual, we explain how the eCord will provide a solution
for easily tracking the history of the columns, reduce the frustration
of paperwork trails, and give customers the reassurance that a well-
performing column is installed onto their instruments.
Figure 2. eCord Inserted into Side of Column Heater
b. Installation
Install the column into the column heater. Plug the eCord into the side of
the column heater. Once the eCord is inserted into the column heater the
identification and overall column usage information will be available
allowing the user to access column information on their desktop.
c. manufacturing Information
Waters eCord -
intelligent chip
eCord inserted into
side of column heater