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Part 1. Capillary columns Columns and Traps
Procedure: Installing capillary columns in the split/splitless inlet
Procedure: Installing capillary columns in the split/splitless inlet
Before installing the column, be sure you have the correct glass liner installed.
Instructions on choosing and installing liners are in the Inlets volume.
Materials required
Column nut and ferrule
Column cutter
Typewriter correction fluid
1/4-inch wrench
Metric ruler
1. Prepare the column. See page 101 for instructions.
2. Position the column so it extends 4 to 6 mm above the end of the ferrule.
Mark the column with typewriter correction fluid at a point even with the
column nut.
3. Insert the column in the inlet and slide the nut and ferrule up the column to
the inlet base. Finger tighten the column nut until it starts to grab the column.
FP
4 to 6 mm
Mark column here
Insulation
cover