Appendix D Connecting Fused Silica Capillary; Overview - LC Packings SWITCHOS II User Manual

APPENDIX D
D.1
This appendix provides instructions how to connect a NANO column or other
fused silica capillary to the inert (PAEK) switching valves of the Switchos II
Advanced Microcolumn Switching Unit. These directions should be used
whenever a NANO column or a fused silica capillary is to be connected to the
inert (PAEK) switching valves of the Switchos II.
Caution: Do not use a stainless steel nut and/or ferrule with inert (PAEK)
CAUTION
injection/switching valves. The use of stainless steel nuts or ferrules may
damage the valve. Use only the supplied fittings (PEEK) and follow the
instructions below.
The PEEK sleeve connection is created using the components shown in
FIGURE D-1:
• PEEK fingertight nut,
• PEEK ferrule,
• PEEK sleeve (with an appropriate I.D.),
• NANO column (or any other fused silica capillary)
• The female fitting port of the inert valve (FIGURE D-1 shows the assembly tool
required for the assembling purpose only).
Assembly Tool
FIGURE D-1 Parts of a PEEK Sleeve Connection
User's Manual Switchos II
Connecting Fused Silica
Capillary

Overview

Sleeve
Ferrule
D850R3
Fingertight Nut
NANO Column
D-1