Waters 2996 ACQUITY Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector

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Full-Spectrum UV-Visible Detection for High-Performance Liquid Chromatography

If your laboratory is looking to elevate method development efficiency and maximize analytical confidence during advanced liquid chromatography workflows, the Waters 2996 ACQUITY Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector delivers the ultimate intelligent, automated solution. Featuring an advanced photodiode array optical system with high scan speeds and low baseline noise, the high-performance detector works alongside Waters Alliance, Agilent 1100/1200, and Shimadzu Prominence platforms 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 system compatibility 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 ACQUITY PDA Detector Price and Cost of Ownership: Reliable Performance at Lower Cost

The total cost of ownership for the Waters 2996 ACQUITY PDA Detector includes the initial purchase price along with ongoing expenses for preventive maintenance, deuterium lamp replacement, flow cell servicing, calibration, and routine performance qualification. A certified refurbished Waters 2996 ACQUITY PDA Detector typically ranges from $6,000 to $11,700, offering significant savings compared to a new Waters ACQUITY Premier UPLC PDA Detector, which generally costs between $18,000 and $24,500. For laboratories seeking advanced photodiode array detection without the higher capital investment of a new system, a professionally refurbished detector provides an excellent balance of performance and value. When purchased from a reputable supplier with comprehensive testing, certification, and warranty coverage, a refurbished Waters 2996 ACQUITY PDA Detector delivers reliable full-spectrum UV-Vis analysis, dependable long-term operation, and seamless integration with ACQUITY UPLC systems, making it a cost-effective solution for routine quality control, method development, and regulatory laboratory applications.

Waters 2996 ACQUITY Photodiode Array Detector: Versatile PDA detection solution and seamless integration with HPLC platforms

The Waters 2996 ACQUITY PDA Detector is a versatile photodiode array detection solution that can be integrated with Waters Alliance 2690, 2695, and 2795 HPLC systems, Waters Alliance HT 2790, Agilent 1100 and 1200 Series HPLC systems, and Shimadzu Prominence (LC-20A) platforms, providing laboratories with advanced full-spectrum UV-Visible detection across a wide range of analytical workflows. Its broad compatibility enables laboratories to enhance existing HPLC systems without replacing the entire instrument, maximizing return on investment while expanding analytical capabilities. The detector captures complete absorbance spectra for every chromatographic peak, supporting simultaneous multi-wavelength monitoring, peak purity analysis, compound identification, and highly accurate quantitative analysis. With excellent sensitivity, low baseline noise, and reliable performance, combined with robust system compatibility, dependable operation, and comprehensive spectral analysis capabilities, it provides a cost-effective and high-performance detection solution for both routine and regulated laboratory environments.

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