Waters 2996 HPLC PhotoDiode Array (PDA) Detector

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Full-Spectrum UV-Visible Detection for Advanced Liquid Chromatography

If your laboratory is looking to elevate method development efficiency and maximize analytical confidence during advanced liquid chromatography workflows, the Waters 2996 HPLC Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector delivers the ultimate intelligent, automated solution. Featuring an advanced photodiode array optical design with high scan speeds and low baseline noise, the high-performance detector works alongside Waters Alliance HPLC systems to guarantee flawless quantitative accuracy and exceptional wavelength resolution across a 190–800 nm range. The integrated full-spectrum UV-Visible acquisition further streamlines your workflow by collecting complete spectral data and checking peak purity simultaneously, completely removing the need for multiple detector passes and compound confirmation restrictions prior to data reporting. It is a premier, robust powerhouse for environmental facilities tracking organic contaminants, as well as pharmaceutical operations requiring uncompromised reproducibility and data integrity for strict API analysis, stability studies, and impurity profiling.

Waters 2996 PDA Detector Price and Cost of Ownership: Reliable Performance at Lower Cost

The total cost of ownership for the Waters 2996 Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector includes the initial acquisition cost as well as ongoing expenses for preventive maintenance, flow cell servicing, deuterium lamp replacement, calibration, and routine system qualification. A certified refurbished Waters 2996 typically ranges from $2,200 to $4,500, providing substantial savings compared to a new Waters 2998 Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector, which generally costs between $14,500 and $19,000. For laboratories seeking advanced spectral analysis without the premium price of a new instrument, a professionally refurbished Waters 2996 offers exceptional value by delivering reliable full-spectrum UV-Vis detection, dependable performance, and broad HPLC compatibility. When purchased from a reputable supplier with comprehensive testing, certification, and warranty coverage, a refurbished system reduces capital investment while maintaining the analytical performance and reliability required for routine quality control, method development, and regulatory testing applications.

Waters 2996 PDA Detector: Seamless integration with HPLC platforms

The Waters 2996 HPLC Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector is an ideal detection solution for Waters Alliance 2690/2695, 2795, 1525, and 600E HPLC systems, providing advanced full-spectrum UV-Visible detection for a wide range of analytical applications. It integrates seamlessly with Empower and Millennium software and connects easily to other platforms such as Agilent 1100/1200 and Shimadzu Prominence. Seamless integration with these HPLC platforms enables reliable data acquisition, simplified method development, and efficient laboratory workflows while maintaining excellent chromatographic performance. The detector's photodiode array technology captures complete absorbance spectra for every peak, allowing simultaneous multi-wavelength monitoring, peak purity assessment, compound identification, and accurate quantitative analysis in a single run. Waters 2996 supports workflows under EPA Methods 8310 and 550.1, as well as USP and AOAC protocols for purity profiling, stability testing, and natural product analysis. With superior optical stability and robust software integration, the Waters 2996 PDA Detector remains a trusted, cost-effective solution for laboratories requiring advanced spectral insight, method flexibility, and regulatory confidence in HPLC workflows.

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At AMPTIUS | AMP Tech Instruments, we support the advancement of scientific education and innovation by providing cost-effective analytical instruments tailored to the unique budget constraints of the academic sector. Every pre-owned system in our inventory is independently evaluated and fully verified within our in-house testing laboratory, making our AMP Tech Certified equipment an ideal choice for university chemistry departments, core facilities, and researchers optimizing limited grant funding. Because academic applications vary heavily from undergraduate teaching labs to complex graduate research, we precisely document each unique listing to ensure the specific components align with your educational goals or specific institutional SOPs. To guarantee that your system includes the exact module configuration required for your research methodology and to align with your university’s procurement process or funding timeline, we highly encourage you to connect directly with our active sales management team or request a customized quote before purchase.