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It is important to use the SilFlow pre-swage tool in order to prevent crushing the tip of
the fused silica. See Figure
Figure 384. Cutting the Tubing with the Scoring Wafer
8. Place the column and ferrule into SilFlow pre-swage tool until the tubing reaches the
bottom of the tool. When done properly, the tubing will extend slightly past the tip of the
ferrule. It is important to use the pre-swage tool in order to prevent crushing the tip of the
fused silica. See Figure
Figure 385. Inserting the Column and Ferrule into the SilFlow Pre-Swage Tool
9. Use the SilFlow FingerTite tool to swage the ferrule to the tubing. Be sure to keep the tip
of the fused silica bottomed out in the pre-swage tool. See
Figure 386. Swaging the Ferrule Using the SilFlow FingerTite Tool
SilFlow
FingerTite
Pre-Swage Tool
384.
385.
SilFlow
Pre-Swage Tool
8
Installing Optional Kits
Installing the NoVent Microfluidics
Figure 386.
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