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Introduction to the Quaternary Pump
Introduction to the Quaternary Pump
Introduction to the Quaternary Pump
The quaternary pump comprises a solvent cabinet, a vacuum degasser and a
four-channel gradient pump. The four-channel gradient pump comprises a
high-speed proportioning valve and a pump assembly. It provides gradient
generation by low pressure mixing. Degassing is a must for a low-pressure
gradient system therefore the Agilent 1100 Series vacuum degasser is part of
the quaternary pump system. A solvent cabinet provides enough space for
four one-liter bottles. A continuous seal wash (optional) is available when the
quaternary pump is used with concentrated buffer solutions.
Figure 40 Overview of the Quaternary Pump
LPM board
Pump drive
Outlet ball valve
Purge valve
Power supply
Active inlet valve
Damper
Fan
Pump head
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