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Part 1. Capillary columns Columns and Traps
Procedure: Preparing capillary columns
Procedure: Preparing capillary columns
You must prepare your capillary column before installation. Proper preparation
assures that the column end has no burrs or jagged edges and is not
contaminated with graphite or other material.
WARNING Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying particles while handling,
cutting, or installing glass or fused silica capillary columns. Use care in handling
these columns to prevent puncture wounds.
Materials required
Column nut and ferrule
Capillary column
Column cutter
Magnifying loop
Isopropanol
Tissue
1. Place a capillary column nut and ferrule on the column.
Ferrule
Column nut
Column