Agilent 7-Piece 1260 1200 Infinity HPLC System with VWD and BinPump

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Agilent 1260, 1200 HPLC with VWD and BinPump: Applications in Pharma, Food, and Environmental Labs

The Agilent 1260 Infinity HPLC System, configured with a Variable Wavelength Detector (VWD), Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler (ALS), and Binary Pump, is a versatile liquid chromatography platform widely used in pharmaceutical, environmental, food and beverage, chemical, biotechnology, academic, and industrial laboratories. Common laboratory applications include pharmaceutical assay and impurity testing, stability studies, pesticide and herbicide analysis, organic acid determination, food additive testing, beverage quality control, raw material verification, chemical quality assurance, and routine regulatory compliance testing. The Variable Wavelength Detector provides sensitive and reliable UV-Vis detection for compounds that absorb at specific wavelengths, making it well-suited for quantitative analysis of pharmaceuticals, environmental contaminants, preservatives, and other UV-active analytes. The Binary Pump delivers precise gradient formation and excellent solvent mixing performance, supporting robust method development and reproducible chromatographic separations. The Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler enhances productivity through accurate and reproducible automated sample introduction, reducing operator variability and supporting higher sample throughput. Environmental laboratories frequently use this configuration for drinking water and contaminant monitoring, while pharmaceutical laboratories rely on it for quality control, formulation development, and stability testing. Combined with proven Agilent reliability, excellent chromatographic performance, flexible method capabilities, and dependable quantitative accuracy, the Agilent 1260 HPLC System with VWD, 1200 ALS, and Binary Pump remains a trusted solution for routine and advanced liquid chromatography workflows across a broad range of laboratory environments.

Agilent 1260, 1200 HPLC with VWD and BinPump: Refurbished System Benefits and Pricing

Certified refurbished systems typically range from approximately $30,000 to $40,000, offering substantial savings compared to a comparable new Agilent 1260 Infinity III LC system with a VWD and Binary Pump, which typically costs approximately $80,000 to $85,000 depending on configuration and software options. Beyond the initial acquisition cost, laboratories should account for ongoing operational expenses such as HPLC columns, solvents, mobile phase preparation, pump seals, check valves, autosampler consumables, deuterium lamp replacement, calibration standards, software licensing, preventive maintenance, and compliance-related qualification services. Long-term ownership costs remain manageable due to the proven reliability of the Agilent 1260 platform, widespread availability of replacement parts, and straightforward maintenance procedures. Purchasing a certified refurbished Agilent 1260 HPLC with VWD, 1200 ALS, and Binary Pump allows laboratories to significantly reduce capital expenditures while benefiting from precise gradient performance, reliable UV-Vis detection, automated sample handling, and robust chromatographic reproducibility for applications including pharmaceutical quality control, environmental monitoring, food testing, chemical analysis, and routine regulatory compliance workflows.

EPA 447.0: Determination of Chlorophylls a and b and Identification of Other Pigments of Interest in Marine and Freshwater Algae with Agilent 1260, 1200 HPLC with VWD and BinPump

The Agilent 1260 HPLC System with a Variable Wavelength Detector (VWD), Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler, and Binary Pump provides an excellent platform for EPA Method 447.0, supporting the determination of chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b, and the identification of other photosynthetic pigments in marine and freshwater algae. The Binary Pump delivers precise gradient formation and solvent control, enabling efficient separation of chlorophylls, carotenoids, and accessory pigments commonly used in algal community characterization and water quality assessments. The VWD provides sensitive UV-Vis detection at pigment-specific wavelengths, allowing accurate quantitation of chlorophyll concentrations and reliable monitoring of pigment profiles. The Agilent 1200 Autosampler enhances analytical reproducibility through consistent sample injection, supporting high-throughput environmental monitoring and research workflows. Laboratories benefit from excellent chromatographic resolution, stable retention times, and dependable quantitative performance when analyzing complex algal extracts from lakes, rivers, reservoirs, estuaries, and coastal environments. Combined with proven Agilent reliability, robust gradient capabilities, and accurate pigment analysis, the Agilent 1260 HPLC with VWD and Binary Pump provides a dependable solution for EPA 447.0 applications involving algal biomass assessment, eutrophication studies, harmful algal bloom investigations, and aquatic ecosystem monitoring.