This article explains what column collapse is, some causes of column collapse, and a way to treat the separation column afterwards.
Eicom Knowledge Base Articles
Troubleshooting Guide for a Drop in Sensitivity in an HTEC System
This article covers basic troubleshooting steps to follow when faced with low sensitivity on an HTEC system.
Tutorial – Repacking a Precolumn
The procedure for repacking a precolumn is outlined in this article. It covers how to open/close, clean, and add packing material into the precolumn.
Tutorial- Assembling the HTEC Pump
Once the pump on the HTEC has been disassembled, this tutorial will provide guidance on how to reassemble the pump.
Tutorial-HTEC Piston Seal Quality Check, Replace
This article provides instructions and a video on how to inspect the piston and piston seal of the HTEC pump.
Tutorial-Disassembling HTEC Pump Head
This article provides a video and instructions on how to disassemble the pump head on an HTEC-510.
Tutorial – How to use the manual injector with the HTEC
A video tutorial and instructions on how to use and wash the manual injector are contained within this article.
MI-AZ, MI-PEP, Injection Needle, Cannula Information
General Cannula information including cannula positioning, dead volume, and recommended flow rate are contained within this article.
How to Calculate Dead Volume of Microdialysis Probes
In this articles are files to help calculate the dead volume of the microdialysis probes.
Antioxidant for Catecholamines (Norepinephrine, Dopamine) and Serotonin
The composition and steps to make an antioxidant solution for catecholamines is listed within this article.
How to clean tubing and sample needle after using the FC-90
A procedure for how to clean the FC-90 by flushing the system with bleach and water is outlined within this article.