Revolutionizing PFAS Analysis: The Power of Mixed Mode Columns
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Introduction to Mixed Mode Columns in PFAS Analysis?
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in industry and consumer products worldwide since the 1950s. Due to their persistent nature, PFAS are now detected in water, soil, and air, raising significant environmental and health concerns. Analyzing these compounds accurately is crucial for monitoring and mitigating their impact. Enter mixed mode columns – a cutting-edge approach that promises to transform PFAS analysis.?
Why Choose Mixed Mode Columns for PFAS??
Traditional analytical techniques for PFAS often face challenges like poor retention of short and ultra-short chain PFAS and system contamination, which can skew results. Mixed mode columns, such as the Atlantis Premier BEH C18 AX column, address these issues head-on. By incorporating both reverse phase and ion exchange mechanisms, these columns offer enhanced specificity and sensitivity in PFAS detection.?
Unveiling the Atlantis Premier BEH C18 AX column?
The Atlantis Premier BEH C18 AX column stands out in the realm of PFAS analysis. Designed by Waters, this mixed mode column significantly improves the retention of short and ultra-short chain PFAS, thereby enhancing the accuracy of analysis. Moreover, when used as an isolator column, its unique design aids in delaying system contamination, ensuring that the detected PFAS levels truly reflect the sample's composition rather than background interference.?
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A Dual Approach: Isolator and Analytical Capabilities?
Perhaps the most groundbreaking aspect of the C18 AX column is its dual functionality. Not only does it serve as an effective isolator column, preventing system contamination from impacting analytical peaks, but it also excels as an analytical column. This dual capability means that laboratories can rely on a single column type for comprehensive PFAS analysis, streamlining workflows and reducing costs.?
In conclusion, the advent of mixed mode columns, exemplified by the Atlantis Premier BEH C18 AX column, represents a significant leap forward in PFAS analytical techniques. By offering improved retention, specificity, and contamination control, these columns are set to become a cornerstone of environmental monitoring and research.?
Are you interested in learning more about mixed mode columns?
Check out this on-deamand webinar: To Isolation and Beyond: A New Mixed Mode Column Approach for PFAS Chromatography
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