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ICS-1100 Basic Integrated IC System
- Overview
- Integrated Design
- PEEK Flow Path
- Conductivity Cell
- Ease-of-Use
- Specifications
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With dual-piston pumping and electrolytic suppression,the affordable ICS-1100 combines high sensitivity with set-and-forget convenience. Vacuum degas and column heater options further improve baseline stability and produce lower detection limits. The ICS-1100 comes with Chromeleon® SE data management software for automation and data handling.
Compact and easy to operate, the ICS-1100 delivers solid performance at an attractive price. Select Eluent Regeneration (RFIC-ER™) system technology or 2 mm column chemistries to dramatically reduce eluent usage and costs. Automated sample preparation with the optional addition of a 6- or 10-port valve enables matrix elimination, filtration, and automated large loop/ small loop reinjection of samples.
Key Features:
- Eluent regeneration functionality built in
- Dual-piston pump
- Electrolytic suppression
- Digital conductivity detection
- USB connectivity, plug-n-play
- Optical leak detector
- Electronic logbook and trending
- Optional 6- or 10-port valve for automated sample preparation
Benefits:
- Increase productivity with electrolytic suppression.
- RFIC-ER system technology provides up to 28 days of chromatography results using only a single eluent preparation.
- Automated sample preparation capabilities enable techniques, such as on-line filtration, concentration, and matrix elimination.
- Enjoy contamination-free, trouble-free IC with durable PEEK™ flow paths which stand up to your toughest acidic and basic eluents.
- The ICS-1100 is reliable, reproducible, and saves you time and money.
- Eliminate preinjection sample processing with automated sample preparation techniques like filtration and matrix elimination.
High Performance in an Integrated Design
For improved reproducibility, the heated and thermostatted high-performance conductivity detection cell permits measurements that are unaffected by temperature variations. This capability allows the instrument to provide sensitive conductivity results consistently, without baseline drift. Advanced single-range digital output with an operating range to 15,000 µS full-scale provides a full range for your ion analysis needs. Whether in low or high concentrations, ions of interest are easily identified in this detection range. An optional column heater can provide improved day-to-day consistency, ensuring reproducibility and system stability by heating the column at a stable temperature.
Optional built-in eluent vacuum degas provides automatic in-line degassing of eluents, protecting eluents from contamination and decomposition. RFIC-ER™ system control is also integrated into the instrument; add the optional startup kit and run samples for up to 28 days on a single 4 L bottle of eluent. Also optional is an integrated, auxiliary sample preparation valve. A 6- or 10-port valve can be installed to enable cost saving sample preparation techniques such as matrix elimination and on-line filtration.
Contamination-Free IC with Inert Material Throughout the Fluidic Flow Path
Dionex has produced complete polymeric systems constructed of PEEK™ materials for more than 25 years. Metal-free materials prevent the acid and base mobile phases traditionally used in IC analysis from contaminating and corroding the system. The PEEK material used provides a chemically inert pump and system flow path compatible with aqueous eluents of pH 0–14. Maintaining your system is simplified with materials that do not promote problems in the system. You can expect lower maintenance cost with the use of piston seal wash. The PEEK tubing used to plumb the system is easy to use and cut for fast replacement or plumbing flexibility. The ICS family of systems are preplumbed and configured, ready for your most challenging anion or cation analysis.
Conductivity Cell
For improved reproducibility, the heated and thermostatted high-performance conductivity detection cell permits measurements that are unaffected by temperature variations. This capability allows the instrument to provide sensitive conductivity results consistently, without variations in baseline drift. Advanced, single-range digital output with an operating range to 15,000 µS full-scale provides a full range for your ion analysis needs. Whether in low or high concentrations, ions of interest are easily identified in this detection range.
Convenient and Easy-to-Use IC System
The ICS-1100 system is controlled and operated using Chromeleon® SE software. Chromeleon SE combines the ideal blend of powerful data analysis capabilities with a logical, user-friendly interface. Only Chromeleon offers IC features that adapt to IC separations, and integration parameters that provide consistent results with changing analyte concentrations. Audit trails log the details of instrument use to provide a snapshot of the system running conditions. All manipulations are recorded and kept in a history file, making troubleshooting simple and GLP compliance more achievable. Storage of results in the secure, integral database allows you to find your data by any parameter using query functions. System Wellness provides on-line calibration and diagnostics to ensure optimum performance. Customizable reporting structure allows for optimized data and results presentation.
The ICS-1100 can be fully automated with an autosampler that consistently delivers samples every run, without user attention. The AS-DV and AS autosamplers provide flexibility in sample delivery and sample preparation alternatives. Simply fill and load the samples, enter the description, and press start to begin your daily routine.
| ICS-1100 Basic Integrated IC System Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Analytical Pump and Fluidics | |
| Type | Serial dual-reciprocating pistons, microprocessor-controlled constant stroke, variable speed |
| Construction | Chemically inert, metal-free PEEK™ pump heads and flow paths compatible with aqueous eluents of pH 0–14 and reversed-phase solvents |
| Pump Operating Pressure | 0–35 MPa (0–5000 psi) |
| Flow Rate Range | 0.00–5.00 mL/min without changing pump heads |
| Flow Precision | <0.1%, typically |
| Flow Accuracy | <0.1%, typically |
| Pressure Ripple | <1.0% at 13.8 MPa (2000 psi) and 1.0 mL/min |
| Eluent On-Off Valve | Standard |
| Piston Seal Wash | Dual-pump head, wash can be continuous when connected to rinse solution supply |
| Pressure Alarm Limits | Upper limit 0–35 MPa or 0–5000 psi in one unit (MPa or psi) increments; lower limit can be set up to one unit lower than upper limit |
| Vacuum Degas | Yes, optional, automatic control |
| Eluent Bottles | Polypropylene, up to 4 L volume |
| Eluent Bottle Pressure | Not required |
| Injection Valve | 6-port, 2-position Rheodyne valve, electrically activated |
| Columns Supported | 2, 3, 4, and 5 mm i.d.; maximum length 250 mm analytical column with 50 mm guard column |
| Column Heater (Optional) | |
| Operating Temperature Range | 30–60 °C (86–140 °F); minimum 5 °C above ambient. Settable range is equal to working range |
| Temperature Accuracy | ±0.5 °C at sensor; at 40 °C |
| Auxiliary Valve (Optional) | 2-position, 6- or 10-port high-pressure Rheodyne valve, fully inert PEEK construction, electrically activated |
| Eluent Generation (Optional with RFC-30) | |
| Eluent Regeneration Support (Yes, with optional RFIC-ER Startup Kit) | |
| Eluents | Carbonate and carbonate/bicarbonate combinations up to 20 mM, MSA up to 34 mM |
| Flow Rates | 0.01–2.00 mL/min |
| Continuous Operation (4 L Eluent) | Up to 28 days or 2000 samples, typically |
| Always On, Always Ready Capable | Yes, standard feature |
| Remains fully calibrated for extended periods (<28 days) | Yes, standard feature. Results are traceable to a single calibration. |
| System Wellness | Consumables usage monitoring for predictive maintenance |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | 21 MPa (3000 psi) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 4–40 °C |
| Suppressors and Control | |
| Chemical Suppression | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation, membrane suppression bed types |
| Displacement Chemical Regeneration | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation, membrane suppression bed types |
| Electrolytic Suppression- Self Regenerating | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation. Both membrane and MonoDiskTM suppression bed types available |
| Electrolytic Suppression- Self Regenerating with External Water Mode | 2 mm and 4 mm anion and cation. Both membrane and MonoDisk suppression bed types available |
| Current Control Range | SRS (4 mm): 0–300 mA in 1 mA increments SRS (2 mm): 0–100 mA in 1 mA increments AES(R): 0–150 mA in 1 mA increments CMD: 0–500 mA in 1 mA increments SRN: 0–500 mA in 1 mA increments |
| Salt Converter | Available in 2 and 4 mm versions |
| AMMS-ICE | Available in 2 and 4 mm versions |
| Carbonic Acid Removal for Anions | ASRS 300 plus CRD 200 for hydroxide eluents ASRS 300 plus CRD 300 for carbonate eluents |
| Non-Suppressed Chromatography | Yes, supported |
| Suppressor Wear Parts | None: peristaltic pump and inline filters are not required |
| Suppression Capacity | Anion SRS 300 (4 mm): 200 µeq/min Cation SRS 300 (4 mm): 110 µeq/min Anion SRS 300 (2 mm): 50 µeq/min Cation SRS 300 (2 mm): 37.5 µeq/min Anion MMS 300 (4 mm): 150 µeq/min Cation MMS 300 (4 mm): 150 µeq/min Anion MMS 300 (2 mm): 37.5 µeq/min Cation MMS 300 (2 mm): 37.5 µeq/min Anion AES: 25 µeq/min Cation AES:25 µeq/min |
| Suppressor Void Volumes | SRS 300 (4 mm): <50 µL SRS 300 (2 mm): <15 µL MMS 300 (4 mm): <50 µL MMS 300 (2 mm): <15 µL AMMS-ICE 300 (4 mm): <50 µL AMMS-ICE 300 (2 mm): <15 µL AES (Anion or Cation): <35 µL |
| Conductivity Detector Electronics and Flow Cell | |
| Type | Microprocessor-controlled digital signal processor |
| Cell Drive | 8 kHz square wave |
| Linearity | 1% up to 1 mS |
| Resolution | 0.00238 nS |
| Full-Scale Output Ranges | Digital signal range: 0–15,000 µS Analog signal range: 0–15,000 µS |
| Electronic Noise | ±0.1 nS when background conductivity is 0–150 µS ±2 nS when background conductivity is 151–3200 µS |
| Filter | Rise times from 0–10 s, user selectable |
| Temperature Compensation | Fixed at 1.7% per 1 °C at cell temperature |
| Temperature Range | Ambient +7 °C; 30 to 55 °C |
| Cell Electrodes | Passivated 316 stainless steel. Compatible with MSA. |
| Cell Body | Chemically inert polymeric material |
| Cell Volume | <1 µL |
| Heat Exchanger | Inert, convoluted-path for low axial dispersion |
| Maximum Cell Operating Pressure | 10 MPa (1500 psi) |
| Autosampler | |
| Automation Using Autosampler | Dionex AS-DV, AS, AS-HV, or third-party autosamplers |
| Sequential/Simultaneous Injection | Yes, depending on autosampler capabilities |
| Automated Dilution | Yes, available with AS Autosampler |
| Dilution Factor, AS Autosampler | 1:1 to 1:1000 |
| Dilution Time, AS Autosampler | 15 seconds with sample overlap |
| Inline Sample Degassing | Yes, optional with CRD 300/200 |
| Inline Filtration | Yes, AS-DV Autosampler or inline filter |
| High Automation Flexibility | Conditionals using Chromeleon and post run features |
| System Software and Control | |
| Software | Chromeleon Chromatography Management Software, supports Microsoft Windows® XP or Vista |
| Automated Procedure Wizards | Yes, standard feature |
| System Wellness and Predictive Performance | Yes, standard feature |
| Data Trending Plots | Yes, numerical device parameters can be plotted |
| Virtual Column Simulator | Yes, evaluation mode standard, isocratic and gradient optional |
| Application Templates | Yes, standard feature |
| Multivendor Automation Support of 3rd Party Instruments | Yes, fully controls over 300 different instruments from more than 30 manufacturers, including GC, HPLC, and MS |
| 3-D Software for PDA, MS, and ED | Yes, optional |
| Customizable System Control Panels | Yes, standard feature |
| System Status Virtual Channels | Yes, standard feature |
| Power Failure Protection | Yes, standard feature |
| Sequential Injection | Yes, standard feature for independent dual system analysis |
| System Trigger Commands and Conditionals | Yes, standard feature |
| Daily Audit Trail | Yes, standard feature |
| Sample Audit Trail | Yes, standard feature |
| Multiple Network Control and Network Failure Protection | Yes, optional |
| System Calibration Storage | Yes, factory, present, and previous. Completely user selectable |
| Customized Reporting | Yes, standard feature with unlimited report workbooks |
| Control Modes | Full control through Chromeleon software; alternative control through TTL or relay closures; two relay outputs, two TTL outputs, four programmable inputs |
| Automated System Qualification | Yes, automated IQ/OQ/PQ procedures produce detailed, comprehensive qualification reports using minimal operator time |
| USB Communication Protocol | One USB input; one built-in two-port USB hub |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions (h × w × d) | 56.1 cm × 22.4 cm × 53.3 cm (22.1 × 8.8 × 21 in.) |
| Weight | 24.5 kg (54 lb) |
| Power Requirements | 100–240 V ac, 50–60 Hz, autoranging |
| Operating Temperature | 4–40 °C (40–104 °F); cold-room-compatible (4° C) as long as system power remains on |
| Operating Humidity Range | 5–95% relative, noncondensing |
| Leak Detection | Built-in, optical sensor |
| Product Brochures | |
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ICS-2100/1600/1100 Brochure |
| Product Data Sheets | |
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ICS-1100 Ion Chromatography System Data Sheet |
| Hardware | |
|---|---|
| ICS-1100 (Pump, Injection Valve, Conductivity Detector) with Chromeleon SE and shipkit | 069648 |
| ICS-1100 (Pump, Degasser, Injection Valve, Conductivity Detector) with Chromeleon SE, PC and shipkit | 069649 |
| ICS-1100 (Pump, Injection Valve, Conductivity Detector) with CM SE and shipkit | 069650 |
| ICS-1100 (Pump, Degasser, Injection Valve, Conductivity Detector) with Chromeleon SE and shipkit | 069651 |
| Accessories | |
|---|---|
| Eluent Regeneration Startup Kit, Anion, for ICS-1100 and ICS-1600 | 069570 |
| Eluent Regeneration Startup Kit, Cation, for ICS-1100 and ICS-1600 | 069569 |
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