3.2 Available modules
Introduction
The ÄKTA go instrument is delivered with standard modules installed. Six additional
modules can be installed in the system, two inside the chassis and four connected via
cables at the rear of the instrument. This section describes the standard and optional
modules.
Standard modules
The following modules are delivered installed in the instrument.
DescriptionModule
An inlet valve for buffers, sample, and cleaning solution.
Creates a gradient by switching between inlets A and B.
Inlet valve K9
A high precision pump that delivers buffer or sample.Pump P9-S
A pressure monitor that measures the pressure directly after
the pump.
Pressure monitor R9
A 1 mL static mixer that mixes the buffers delivered by the
pump.
Mixer
An injection valve that injects sample onto the column.Injection valve V9-J
A LED UV monitor that measures the UV absorbance at 280
nm of buffers and eluted proteins. Includes a UV cell with a
path length of 2 mm. An optional UV cell with a path length
of 5 mm is available. The LED lamp does not require warm-
ing before use and does not heat the sample.
UV monitor U9-L
A conductivity monitor that measures the conductivity of
buffers and eluted proteins.
Conductivity monitor
C9
An outlet valve that directs the flow from the instrument to
a fraction collector, outlet 1, or to waste.
Outlet valve V9-Os
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3.2 Available modules