Amersham Biosciences XK50 Borosilicate Glass Chromatography Column for Liquid Chromatography

The Amersham Biosciences XK50 Chromatography Column is engineered for liquid chromatography in low to medium pressure applications, widely used in biotechnology for protein purification and bioprocessing workflows. Constructed from chemically resistant borosilicate glass, it is compatible with aqueous buffers and most organic solvents, ensuring durability in diverse molecular diagnostics and synthetic biology protocols.

Key features include:

• QuickLock mechanism enabling rapid adapter adjustment for precise bed height control (25 to 155 mm) and ease of column cleaning or disassembly.
• Advanced plunger design promotes uniform buffer distribution, maintaining packed bed integrity critical for consistent chromatographic performance.
• Fittings compatible with standard chromatography systems facilitate seamless integration into purification pipelines, essential for biomanufacturing.
• Supported by a polypropylene reinforced with glass fiber and polyamide net, balancing strength and chemical resistance.
• Maximum operating pressure up to 5 bar, suitable for various liquid chromatography methods commonly applied in molecular cloning workflows and biopharmaceutical production pipelines.

Technical specifications:

• Material: Borosilicate glass
• Particle pore size: 10 µm
• Flow inlet/outlet internal diameter: 0.75 mm
• Weight: 19.05 kg (42.0 lbs)
• Dimensions: 60.96 cm x 39.62 cm x 134.11 cm

The XK50 chromatography column is a robust and reliable choice for laboratories specializing in clinical diagnostics, cell imaging, and gene editing, offering advanced solutions for complex separation processes and is widely adopted in synthetic biology research to enhance reproducibility and purification efficiency.