Agilent 1260 Infinity DAD and MWD User Manual 17
Introduction
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Bio-inert Materials
Bio-inert heat-exchanger G5616-60050
(for Agilent 1290 Infinity Thermostatted Column Compartment G1316C)
PEEK (steel-cladded)
Bio-inert Valve heads G4235A, G5631A, G5639A: PEEK, ceramic
(Al
2
O
3
based)
Bio-inert Connection capillaries Upstream of sample introduction:
• Titanium
Downstream of sample introduction:
• Agilent uses stainless-steel-cladded
PEEK capillaries, which keep the flow
path free of steel and provide
pressure stability to more than 600
bar.
Tabl e 1 Bio-inert materials used in Agilent 1260 Infinity Systems
Module Materials
To ensure optimum bio-compatibility of your Agilent 1260 Infinity Bio-inert LC system, do
not include non-inert standard modules or parts to the flow path. Do not use any parts that
are not labeled as Agilent “Bio-inert”. For solvent compatibility of these materials, see
“Material Information” on page 93.