The Thermo Scientific Dionex UltiMate 3000 is a modular, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC and UHPLC) platform. Designed for versatility, compatibility, and precision, the series covers standard analytical HPLC, biocompatible systems, and ultra-high-pressure rapid separation LC (RSLC). Note: While prompt metadata lists Instruments For Industry (IFI), the UltiMate 3000 is exclusively manufactured by Thermo Scientific (formerly Dionex).
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 (high speed, module-interconnection via integrated hubs) |
| Display | Multi-line LCD status screens on individual modules |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100-120 V / 200-240 V AC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz |
System Performance & Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System Configurations | Basic, Standard (SD), Rapid Separation (RS), and Biocompatible Analytical |
| Maximum Operating Pressure (SD System) | 620 bar (62 MPa, 9000 psi) |
Solvent Delivery (Pump Module)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pump Configurations | Isocratic, Binary (HPG), Quaternary (LPG), or Dual-Gradient (DGP) |
| Flow Rate Range (Analytical Pumps) | 0.001 to 10.0 mL/min |
| Flow Rate Accuracy | ±0.1% (at 1 mL/min) |
| Flow Rate Precision | <0.05% RSD or <0.01 min SD (whichever is greater) |
| Active Rear-Seal Wash | Standard, fully automated continuous wash |
Autosampler (Injection Module)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Injection Method | Split-loop (in-needle) or Pulled-loop design |
| Sample Capacity | Up to 3x 96-well plates or 120x 2 mL vials (or up to 384-well plates) |
| Sample Compartment Thermostatting Range | 4 °C to 45 °C (minimum 22 °C below ambient) |
Column Compartment (Oven Module)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Column Capacity | Up to 12 columns (depending on column length and switching valves) |
| Maximum Column Length | 300 mm |
| Heating/Cooling Method | Thermoelectric (Peltier) elements with forced air convection |
| Temperature Range (RS Module) | 5 °C to 110 °C (minimum 18 °C below ambient) |
| Temperature Range (SD Module) | 5 °C to 80 °C (minimum 15 °C below ambient) |
| Temperature Stability | ±0.1 °C |
| Temperature Accuracy | ±0.5 °C |
| Column Switching Valve Options | Up to 2 valves (options include 2-port/6-position, 2-port/10-position, or 6-port/7-position) |
Detection Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Detector Types | Diode Array (DAD), Multiple Wavelength (MWD), Variable Wavelength (VWD), Fluorescence (FLD), Charged Aerosol (CAD), Electrochemical (ECD), Refractive Index (RID) |
| Wavelength Range (DAD-3000) | 190 to 800 nm (expandable to 900 nm) |
| Wavelength Accuracy | ±1.0 nm |
| Light Sources (DAD/MWD) | Deuterium (D2) lamp and Tungsten (W) lamp |
| Data Acquisition Rate (RS Detectors) | Up to 200 Hz |
| Diode Array Resolution (DAD-3000) | 1024 diodes |
Pump Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pump Operating Principle | Serial dual-piston |
Detector Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Flow Cell Volume | 13 µL (10 mm path length, standard DAD) |
Detectors
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| VWD-3400RS Wavelength Range | 190-900 nm |
Technology
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC / UHPLC)
Applications
Liquid chromatography separation, chemical analysis, pharmaceutical QC, and academic research