Waters ACQUITY UPLC HSS Columns - Manual (Page 6)

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d. Storage post Normal-Phase use
For rapid equilibration upon start-up, it is recommended that you store the HSS cyano column in the mobile phase that is commonly used
for your normal-phase separation. completely seal the column to avoid evaporation and drying out of the bed.
IV. IntroduCInG eCord IntellIGent ChIp teChnoloGy
a. Introduction
the ecord intelligent chip is a new technology that 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.
At the time of manufacture, tracking and quality control informa-
tion 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.
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
The eCord chip provides the user with an overview of the bulk
material QC test results. The eCord chip provides the user with QC test conditions
and results on the column run by the manufacturer. The
information includes mobile phases, running conditions
and analytes used to test the columns. In addition the QC
results and acceptance is placed onto the column.
eCord inserted into
side of column heater
Waters eCord -
intelligent chip
Figure 1. Waters eCord Intelligent Chip
Figure 2. eCord Inserted into Side of Column Heater