• MS
e
, where the instrument performs both low- and high-fragmentation energy
scans in a single run, to aid in identifying compounds.
• RADAR, where the instrument concurrently performs scanning and SIR
acquisitions.
1.1.5.6 Column technology
The ACQUITY Arc system can accommodate any HPLC or UHPLC column in which the
particle size is 2.5 µm or greater. It is particularly well-suited to column sizes of 3.0
mm ID or greater.
1.1.5.6.1 eCord technology
CORTECS 2.7 µm UHPLC columns include an eCord fob that tracks the usage history
of the column. The eCord fob interacts with the system software, recording
information for as many as 50 sample queues run on the column. In regulated
environments, the eCord fob provides documentation of the column used in the
validation method.
In addition to the variable column usage data, the eCord fob also stores fixed column
manufacturing data, including
• unique column identification;
• certificate of analysis;
• QC test data.
When you attach the eCord fob to the receptacle on the column compartment, the
chip automatically records and stores system information. You need take no further
action.
Restriction:
The 30-cm CH and 30-cm CHC modules do not contain eCord fob
functionality. Although eCord fobs can be used with these modules, manufacturing
and usage data go unrecorded.
Restriction:
The CORTECS 4.6-mm column does not include eCord functionality.
1.1.5.7 For additional information
On the system documentation CD, you can find this additional information about the
ACQUITY Arc system:
• ACQUITY Arc Quaternary Solvent Manager-R Overview and Maintenance Guide
• ACQUITY Arc Sample Manager Flow Through Needle-R Overview and Maintenance
Guide
• ACQUITY Arc 30-cm Column Heater and 30-cm Column Heater/Cooler Overview
and Maintenance Guide
• ACQUITY Arc 30-cm Column Heater-Active Overview and Maintenance Guide
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