Preparing for Operation
Preparing sample vials
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Figure 19 illustrates the recommended and minimum diameter for vial cap
apertures.
Figure 19. Specifications of vial cap aperture
Use amber glass vials for light-sensitive samples.
The last specification to consider is the total height of the capped vial.
Figure 20 illustrates the recommended maximum height of a crimp capped or
screw capped vial.
Figure 20. Maximum height of a vial with cap
Filling sample vials
Follow these recommendations to obtain reliable, high performance with the
sampler and prevent contamination or injection volume problems.
Recommended volumes for a maximum of five injections per vial are:
• 1 ml for the 2-ml vial
• 50 µl for the 100-µl vial
All dimensions in millimeters
5.58 (0.220 in.) recommended
4.65 (0.183 in.) minimum