Gilson 157/159 UV-VIS Detectors User’s Guide 1-3
Introduction
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Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Please be aware of the following before operating the detector.
The instrument complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This instrument may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this instrument must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Shielded cables must be used with the detector to ensure compliance with the FCC Class A limits.
Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Gilson could void the
warranty.
157/159 UV-VIS Detectors
Technical Specification Definition
Analog Output
1 × 0–5V scalable, 16 bit, offset adjustable (157 UV-VIS Detector)
2× 0–5V scalable, 20 bit, offset adjustable (159 UV-VIS Detector)
Communication
Ethernet
Contact Control
Inputs: Error (IN), Start (IN), Autozero
Outputs: Events 1–3, + 5V, +24V Valve
Data Acquisition
5, 8, 10, 20, 25, 40, or 50 points/sec with TRILUTION® LC Software
Detection Channels
1 (157 UV-VIS Detector)
4 (159 UV-VIS Detector)
Detector Type
Variable single wavelength UV-VIS detector (157 UV-VIS Detector)
Variable multiple wavelength UV-VIS detector (159 UV-VIS Detector)
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
24.2 x 16.9 x 39.9 cm (9.5 x 6.7 x 15.7 in.)
Drift
3.0 x 10
-4
AU/h at 254 nm (157 UV-VIS Detector)
1.5 x 10
-4
AU/h at 254 nm (159 UV-VIS Detector)
Refer to ASTM E1657-98.
Environmental Conditions
Indoor use
Altitude: up to 2000 m
Temperature range: 4°–40°C
Humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to
50% relative humidity at 40°C
Expected Lamp Life
2000 hours
Flow Cells
Part Number Material Pathlength Volume Pressure
psi bar MPa
14100006 Stainless Steel 0.5 mm 3 μL 2900 200 20
14100007 PEEK 0.5 mm 3 μL 1450 100 10
14100008 (157 Detector)
14100012 (159 Detector)
Stainless Steel 10 mm 10 μL 4350 300 30
14100009 PEEK 3 mm 2 μL 435 30 3
14100010 Stainless Steel 0.5, 1.25, or 2 mm
(adjustable)
25 μL 2900 200 20
14100013 PEEK 0.05 mm 0.16 μL 500 34 3
Front Panel
Display and flow cell with holder
Technical Specifications - 157/159 UV-VIS Detectors
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