Dionex offers products that can be added to the ASE^® extraction cell to remove moisture, disperse the sample matrix, and neutralize mineral acids.

ASE Prep DE

ASE prep DE is pelletized diatomaceous earth that acts as a dispersant and drying agent, and is mixed with the sample prior to adding the sample to an extraction cell.

ASE Prep CR

ASE prep CR are cation-exchange resins in sodium or hydrogen form that neutralize strong mineral acids (Na form) or bases (H form) that may have been used as a pretreatment for hydrolysis of solid samples.