Pickering Labs Rolls Introduces Vector PCX Post-Column System

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Pickering Laboratories, a leader in the design, manufacture and supply of post-column derivatization instruments and consumables, today announced release of the Vector PCX, a rugged, low-cost post-column system ideal for high-throughput analysis of target compounds.

The Vector PCX inherits the selectivity, sensitivity and chromatographic reproducibility of Pickering’s PCX5200 post-column derivatization instrument, with ease of use unmatched in the industry. It is compatible with all major HPLC systems, and is ideal for basic testing in demanding, 24/7 laboratory environments that require low capital outlay, analytic accuracy and long life for its post-column instrumentation, components and reagents.

The Vector PCX easily detects Aminoglycosides and Polyether Antibiotics in livestock feeds, Biogenic Amines in fish heading for market, and monitors for compliance in the manufacture of food and beverages, with specific methodologies for artificial sweeteners and Mycotoxin. Isolate and analyze a range of target compounds adhering to FDA methodologies accurately, economically and safely with ease of operation and extreme reliability.

Together with Pickering’s full-featured Pinnacle PCXTM, the standard Vector PCX fills out the company’s line of post-column instruments, columns and reagents. As a replacement for the PCX5200 (discontinued January 2006) the Vector PCX provides easy migration for current Pickering customers with an even simpler user interface and serviceability, without sacrificing sensitivity.

The Vector PCX carries Pickering’s guarantee to provide exceptional results and accuracy in analyte detection, backed by Pickering’s record of 25 years providing superior service, methods and products in the post-column derivatization industry.
    
High Value and Accuracy Combined

Its accuracy, reliability and ability to operate unmonitored allow the Vector PCX to perform optimally in high-throughput laboratories conducting standard testing. Low-pulsation metering pumps and state of the art flow conditioners provide cleaner readings than other post-column systems, allowing the consistent detection of low concentrations of analytes with extreme specificity and the highest degree of sensitivity, stability and reproducibility.

The Vector PCX is engineered for durability, featuring column pressure interlock to permit unattended operation with controlled shutdown, preventing reagent backup into the column. Its automatic piston seal wash ensures long seal life, while backflow protection and overpressure relief extend the lifetime of both the column and post-column instrumentation. Additionally, Vector PCX features designed to improve detection of target compounds also help to extend equipment lifecycle and reduce the cost of consumables.

Summary of Features:

• Works with all major brands of HPLC
• No computer required for operation
• Positive displacement reciprocating pumps
• State of the art pulse dampening system
• Precision heated reactor
• Software-controlled pump flow rates
• Low pulsation precision metering pumps

Other Vector PCX features include: a reagent pulse-dampening system for a smooth baseline, inert components, rugged construction, and reagent reservoirs pressurized by inert gas to extend the working life of oxygen-sensitive reagents and enhance pump performance.

Applications

The economical Vector PCX has been thoroughly tested for a wide range of applications in pharmaceutical processing, manufacturing quality assurance, food safety, agricultural testing, water safety, methods development and education.

The Vector PCX is an integral component in the comprehensive post-column derivatization solution of instruments, columns, reagents and support offered by Pickering Laboratories.

Pricing and Availability

The Vector PCX is now shipping. Contact Pickering Laboratories for pricing information.