An HPLC detector is used to analyze the components of the eluted mixture that is collected after being run through an HPLC column. Differences in detector type are based on what is being detected. Detection can be done by measuring absorbance, changes in reflex indices, molecular weight, and fluorescence among others. When selecting a detector, it is important to consider the sample type being analyzed. Some sample types will not work or will have lower sensitivity on particular detectors. Also of consideration is the type of information that is being sought by the analysis and what method will be used when running the column, for example, some detectors will work with the gradient method while others will not.
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| Company | Waters | Wyatt Technology | Waters | Wyatt Technology |
| Item | Optilab™ Refractive Index Detector for HPLC/GPC | DAWN™ Multi-angle Light Scattering (MALS) Instrument |
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| Catalog Number | Optilab | DAWN |
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| Type | Refractive Index Detector | MALS and optional DLS |
| Detector(s) | Differential Refractive Index (dRI) | High-gain, high-dynamic-range photodiodes at 18 angles for MALS; optional avalanche photodiode that may be placed at any of four angles for DLS.
Fluorescence-blocking filters available for use with analytes that fluoresce when illuminated at the MALS wavelength. |
| Applications | GPC/SEC analysis of macromolecules by SEC-MALS | With standard SEC/GPC or EclipseTM (FFF system): determination of distributions of molar mass, size, conformation, conjugation ratio and particle concentration.
With Calypso composition-gradient system: label-free characterization of biomolecular interactions including self- and hetero-association as well as non-specific interactions. |
| Description | The Optilab™ is a unique dRI detector for standard HPLC/GPC with 256 times the detection power and 50 times the dynamic range over alternative RI detectors for chromatography. This detector measures the solvent's absolute refractive index, a requirement for MALS calculations, at the same The Optilab™ is a unique dRI detector for standard HPLC/GPC with 256 times the detection power and 50 times the dynamic range over alternative RI detectors for chromatography. This detector measures the solvent's absolute refractive index, a requirement for MALS calculations, at the same wavelength as the MALS detector, for maximum accuracy. With an operating window from 4°C - 65°C it is appropriate for both protein and polymer samples. Key benefits include its extraordinary range: -0.0047 to +0.0047 RIU (comparable to 25 mg/mL protein in PBS); the high-concentration version extends the range by 7x. Its sensitivity is ± 7.5 x 10-10 RIU across the entire measurement range. It also includes a high-resolution, touch-screen front panel that displays data graphs and diagnostics.... Read More | The DAWN™ instrument is an advanced detector for precise characterization of proteins, polymers, and nanoparticles including viral vectors, lipid nanoparticles and vesicles. Using multi-angle static light scattering (MALS) and optional dynamic light scattering (DLS), DAWN analyzes molar massThe DAWN™ instrument is an advanced detector for precise characterization of proteins, polymers, and nanoparticles including viral vectors, lipid nanoparticles and vesicles. Using multi-angle static light scattering (MALS) and optional dynamic light scattering (DLS), DAWN analyzes molar mass, size, conformation, particle concentration, conjugation (e.g. glycoproteins) or encapsulation (e.g. AAV capsid content). It stands out with exceptional sensitivity and the widest range of molecular weight, size, and concentration of any MALS instrument, paired with a broad selection of configurations and optional modules for enhanced capabilities.
The DAWN is most often used in conjunction with gel permeation chromatography (GPC-MALS), size exclusion chromatography (SEC-MALS) or an EclipseTM, field-flow fractionation instrument (FFF-MALS) and may also be used with ion-exchange chromatography or reverse-phase chromatography. The instrument includes a high-resolution, touch-screen front panel to display data graphs, system health and instrument diagnostics and is accompanied by ASTRA™, the most versatile software package available for analysis of online multi-angle and dynamic light scattering.... Read More |
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