ICS-2000 Integrated Reagent-Free IC System Specifications |
Analytical Pump and Fluidics |
Type | Serial dual-reciprocating pistons, microprocessor-controlled constant stroke, variable speed |
Construction | Chemically inert, metal-free PEEK pump heads and flow paths compatible with aqueous eluents of pH 0–14 and reversed-phase solvents |
Pump Operating Pressure | 0–35 MPa (0–5000 psi) |
Flow Rate Range | 0.00–5.00 mL/min in 0.01 increments without changing pump heads |
Flow Precision | <0.1% |
Flow Accuracy | <0.1% |
Pressure Ripple | <1% |
Eluent On-Off Valve | Standard |
Piston Seal Wash | Dual-pump head, wash can be continuous when connected to rinse solution supply |
Pressure Alarm Limits | Upper limit 0–35 MPa or 0–5000 psi in one unit (MPa or psi) increments; lower limit can be set up to one unit lower than upper limit |
Vacuum Degas | Yes, optional, automatic control |
Eluent Bottles | Polypropylene |
Eluent Bottle Pressure | Not required |
Injection Valve | 6-port, 2-position Rheodyne valve, electrically activated |
Maximum Column Lengths | 250 mm analytical column with 50 mm guard column |
Column Heater | Standard |
Operating Temperature Range | 30 to 60 °C (86 to 140 °F); minimum
5 °C above the ambient temperature. Settable range is equal to working range. |
Temperature Stability | ±0.5 °C at sensor |
Temperature Accuracy | ±0.5 °C at sensor; at 40 °C |
Eluent Generation | Standard |
Eluent Types | KOH, LiOH, NaOH
K2CO3
K2CO3/KHCO3
MSA |
Gradient Profiles | Option; Combination of unlimited number of linear, convex and concave positive and negative gradient profiles |
Concentration Increments | 0.01 mM |
Concentration Range | 0.1–100 mM (Depending on eluent used) |
Flow Rate | 0.1–3.0 mL/min |
Maximum Operating Pressure | 21 MPa (3000 psi) |
Maximum Solvent Concentration | Anions: 25% methanol
Cations: no solvents |
Eluent Regeneration Support | Yes, with optional RFIC-ER Controller |
Eluents | Carbonate and carbonate/bicarbonate combinations up to 20 mM MSA up to 34 mM |
Flow Rates | 0.01–2.00 mL/min |
Continuous Operation with 4 L of eluents | Up to 28 days or 2000 samples, typically |
Always On, Always Ready Capable | Yes, standard feature |
Remains Fully Calibrated for Extended Periods
(<28 days) | Yes, standard feature. Results are traceable to a single calibration |
System Wellness | Consumables usage monitoring for predictive maintenance |
Maximum Operating Pressure | 21 MPa (3000 psi) |
Operating Temperature Range | 4–40 °C |
Suppressors and Control |
Chemical Suppression | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation, membrane suppression bed type |
Displacement Chemical Regeneration | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation, membrane suppression bed type |
Electrolytic Suppression- Self Regenerating. | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation. Both membrane and MonoDisc suppression bed types available |
Electrolytic Suppression- Self Regenerating with External Water Mode | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation. Both membrane and MonoDisc suppression bed types available |
Current Control Range | SRS, 0–500 mA in 1 mA increments
AES, 0–50 mA in 1 mA increments |
Salt Converter | Available in 2 and 4 mm versions |
AMMS-ICE | Available in 2 and 4 mm versions |
Carbonic Acid Removal for Anions | Yes: ASRS 300 plus CRD-300 |
Non-Suppressed | Yes, supported |
Suppressor Wear Parts | None: peristaltic pump and inline filters are not required |
Suppression Capacity | Anion SRS 300 (4 mm): 200 µeq/min
Cation SRS 300 (4 mm): 110 µeq/min
Anion SRS 300 (2 mm): 50 µeq/min
Cation SRS 300 (2 mm): 37.5 µeq/min
Anion MMS 300 (4 mm): 150 µeq/min
Cation MMS 300 (4 mm): 150 µeq/min
Anion MMS 300 (2 mm): 37.5 µeq/min
Cation MMS 300 (2 mm): 37.5 µeq/min
Anion AES: 25 µeq/min
Cation AES:25 µeq/min
AMMS-ICE: N/A |
Suppressor Void Volumes | SRS 300 (4 mm): <50 µL
SRS 300 (2 mm): <15 µL
MMS 300 (4 mm): <50 µL
MMS 300 (2 mm): <15 µL
AMMS-ICE 300 (4 mm): <50 µL
AMMS-ICE 300 (2 mm): <15 µL
AES (Anion or Cation): <35 µL |
Conductivity Detector Electronics and Flow Cell |
Type | Microprocessor-controlled digital signal processor |
Cell Drive | 8 kHz square wave |
Linearity | 1% |
Resolution | 0.00238 nS/cm |
Full-Scale Output Ranges | Digital signal range 0–15,000 µS
Analog signal range 0–15,000 µS |
Electronic Noise | ±0.1 nS/cm when background conductivity is 0–150 µS/cm
±2 nS/cm when background conductivity is 151–3200 µS/cm |
Filter | Rise times from 0 to 10 s, user selectable |
Temperature Compensation | Fixed at 1.7%/°C at cell temperature |
Temperature Range | Ambient +7 °C; 30 to 55 °C |
Temperature Stability | <0.01 °C |
Cell Electrodes | Passivated 316 stainless steel. Compatible with MSA |
Cell Body | Chemically inert polymeric material |
Cell Volume | <1 µL |
Heat Exchanger | Inert, tortuous-path for low axial dispersion |
Maximum Cell Operating Pressure | 10 MPa (1500 psi) |
Autosampler |
Automation Using Autosampler | Dionex AS40, AS, AS-HV, or third-party Autosamplers |
Sequential/Simultaneous Injection | Yes, depending on autosampler capabilities |
Automated Dilution | Yes, available with AS Autosampler |
Dilution Factor, AS Autosampler | 1:1 to 1:1000 |
Dilution Time, AS Autosampler | 15 seconds with sample overlap |
Inline Sample Degassing | Yes, optional with CRD 300/200 |
Inline Filtration | Yes, AS40 Autosampler or inline filter |
Automation Flexibility | High, conditionals using Chromeleon and post run features |
System Software and Control |
Software | Chromeleon Chromatography Management Software, supports Microsoft Windows® 2000, XP, or Vista |
Automated Procedure Wizards | Yes, standard feature |
System Smart Startup and Shutdown | Yes, standard feature |
System Wellness and Predictive Performance | Yes, standard feature |
Data Trending Plots | Yes, numerical device parameters can be plotted |
Virtual Column Simulator | Yes; evaluation mode standard,
isocratic and gradient optional |
Application Templates | Yes, standard feature |
Multivendor Automation Support of 3rd Party | Yes, fully controls over 300 different instruments from more than 30 manufacturers, including GC, HPLC, and MS |
3-D Software for PDA and MS | Yes, optional |
Customizable System Control Panels | Yes, standard feature |
System Status Virtual Channels | Yes, standard feature |
Power Failure Protection | Yes, standard feature |
Sequential Injection | Yes, standard feature for independent dual system analysis |
System Trigger Commands and Conditionals | Yes, standard feature |
Daily Audit Trail | Yes, standard feature |
Sample Audit Trail | Yes, standard feature |
Multiple Network Control and Network Failure Protection | Yes, optional |
System Calibration Storage | Yes, factory, present and previous. Completely user selectable |
Customized Reporting | Yes, standard feature with unlimited report workbooks |
Control Modes | Full control through front panel and Chromeleon software; alternative control through TTL or relay closures; two relay outputs, two TTL outputs, four programmable inputs |
Semi Automated System Qualification | Yes, automated IQ/OQ/PQ procedures produce detailed, comprehensive qualification reports using minimal operator time |
USB Communication Protocol | One input; one built-in two-port USB hub |
Physical Specifications |
Dimensions (h × w × d) | 56.1 × 22.4 × 53.3 cm (22.1 × 8.8 × 21 in.) |
Weight | 24.5 kg (54 lb) |
Power Requirements | 100–240 V ac, 50–60 Hz, autoranging |
Operating Temperature | 4–40 °C (40–104 °F); cold-room-compatible (4 °C) as long as system power remains on |
Operating Humidity Range | 5–95% relative, non-condensing |
Leak Detection | Built-in, optical sensor |
