Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC System with DAD

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High-Resolution Analysis for Routine and Regulated Laboratories

The Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC System with Diode Array Detector (DAD) is a next-generation liquid chromatography platform engineered for the precise qualitative and quantitative analysis of target analytes across complex chemical matrices. Driven by a robust binary or quaternary solvent delivery pump rated up to 600 bar, this advanced low-dispersion platform integrates precise thermostatted column management with a high-performance DAD spanning a dedicated 190 to 640 nm wavelength range. This optimized optical path allows laboratories to execute simultaneous multi-wavelength acquisition, automated spectral confirmation, and real-time peak purity assessments for confident compound identification in a single run. The system’s 600-bar pressure ceiling provides exceptional method flexibility, allowing high-throughput users to seamlessly transition from legacy analytical HPLC workflows to rapid-resolution, narrow-bore columns to optimize sample cycle times. This versatile configuration serves as an indispensable regulatory tool in pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories executing high-sensitivity active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) assays, strict impurity profiling, dissolution testing, stability studies, and biomolecule characterizations. Additionally, it delivers the exceptional retention time reproducibility and quantitative accuracy demanded by environmental, food safety, and chemical manufacturing laboratories managing trace pesticide residue screening, organic contaminant tracking, nutritional additive testing, and routine raw material QA/QC pipelines.

Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC Price and Cost of Ownership: Reliable Performance at Lower Cost

The cost of ownership for the Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC System with Diode Array Detector (DAD) provides laboratories with a strong balance of analytical performance, operational reliability, and long-term value. A new Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC-DAD system typically ranges from approximately $55,000 to $85,000 or more, reflecting the significant capital investment associated with high-performance liquid chromatography platforms used in pharmaceutical, environmental, food safety, and chemical analysis laboratories. In comparison, a certified refurbished Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC System with DAD is commonly available between $39,900 and $46,900, offering substantial upfront savings while maintaining dependable analytical performance and regulatory-ready capabilities. Long-term operational expenses generally include HPLC columns, solvents, mobile phase preparation, lamp replacements for the DAD detector, seals, check valves, tubing, filters, preventive maintenance, and periodic servicing to ensure consistent chromatographic accuracy and instrument uptime. The system’s modular architecture, robust pump reliability, and advanced detector performance can help reduce unexpected downtime and improve laboratory productivity over time. Purchasing a certified refurbished Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC-DAD system further enhances return on investment by delivering professionally tested, performance-verified instrumentation at a significantly lower cost than new equipment, making it an ideal solution for laboratories seeking high-quality liquid chromatography performance while optimizing capital expenditures.

EPA Method 8315A: Determination of Carbonyl Compounds Using the Agilent HPLC 1260 Infinity II with DAD

The Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC System with Diode Array Detector (DAD) provides a highly effective and dependable platform for EPA Method 8315A: Determination of Carbonyl Compounds, supporting the analysis of aldehydes and ketones in environmental samples such as groundwater, drinking water, wastewater, and air sampling extracts. Designed for high chromatographic precision and reproducibility, the system enables accurate separation and quantification of carbonyl compounds commonly derivatized with 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine (DNPH), helping laboratories achieve reliable trace-level detection and regulatory compliance. The integrated Diode Array Detector enhances analytical confidence by providing simultaneous multi-wavelength monitoring, spectral verification, and peak purity assessment, improving identification accuracy for complex sample matrices. With stable solvent delivery, excellent retention time reproducibility, and low carryover performance, the Agilent 1260 Infinity II HPLC-DAD system supports consistent analytical results for routine environmental testing and compliance monitoring. Its modular design, automation compatibility, and proven reliability also improve laboratory throughput and operational efficiency, making it an ideal solution for environmental, industrial, and contract laboratories performing EPA Method 8315A carbonyl compound analysis.

AMP Tech Analytical Solutions for Academic Research and Grant-Funded Laboratories

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