Hamilton guard columns protect your analytical HPLC column. They remove particulate contaminants and highly adsorptive compounds from samples, prolonging analytical column life. Guard columns are modular and cartridge replacement is easy and tool free. Guard column cartridge holders are available in PEEK. The design is optimized to reduce dead volume and prevent extra column band broadening. Holders
for the cartridges are reusable indefinitely. Technical specifications and an exploded drawing
are shown below for the guard column
and holder. As with all guard columns these
should be installed before the analytical column
and after the injection valve.
Guard Columns for PEEK HPLC Columns
Product Specifications
Selecting a Guard Column Packing Choose a guard column cartridge with the same packing as your analytical HPLC Column. Conditioning The Guard Column After installing the guard column cartridge into the holder with the flow arrow pointing toward the analytical column, pump approximately 2 mL of mobile phase through the cartridge before connecting it to the analytical HPLC column. Sealing the Guard Cartridges The guard cartridge holder is designed to seal with finger-tight force. If the guard column leaks, loosen the holder and re-tighten. If the leak persists, remove the cartridge and inspect the cartridge and holder for signs of damage or wear. Replace any damaged or worn parts and reassemble. |
PEEK guard columns help protect your investment. 
