Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS-5000, Operator'S Manual

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1 • Introduction
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Analytical IC pumps operate at flow rates ranging from 0.00 to 10.0 mL/min
and operating pressures up to 35 MPa (5000 psi) without RFIC and up to
21 MPa (3000 psi) with RFIC. Both microbore and standard bore IC
applications are supported.
Dionex ICS-5000 Eluent Generator (EG)
The EG generates high purity acid or base eluents online from deionized
water. The EG can be configured for single- or dual-channel operation. Each
channel includes:
•
A high precision programmable current source (power supply)
For each channel, the following options must be ordered separately for
installation inside the EG.
•
A disposable eluent generator cartridge (EGC). Each cartridge contains an
electrolyte concentrate solution, appropriate for the eluent being
generated.
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A Continuously Regenerated Trap Column (CR-TC) to remove any
extraneous contaminants from the deionized water source. The CR-TC is
electrolytically-regenerated, which allows it to operate for extended
periods without chemical regeneration.
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A high-pressure gas removal device that removes electrolysis gases
created during eluent generation
Two versions of EGC and CR-TC are available: one for capillary IC systems
and one for analytical IC systems.
IMPORTANT
If your system includes a capillary pump linked to an
EGC, check the label on the EG degas (capillary)
cartridge in the IC Cube and verify that 5000 psi is
printed on the label (see the figure on the right).
If 5000 psi is not on the label, you must change the high
pressure limit to
21 MPa (3000 psi) (see page 158 ) or
replace the cartridge with an EG degas (capillary)
cartridge that is rated for 35 MPa (5000 psi)
(P/N 074459).
Capillary
IC
5000 psi
P/N 074459