ProtumLink Union Series
ProtumLink Union 5cm
Product Description
High-Throughput Speed & Sensitivity
Core Benefit: Fast Discovery Proteomics
The ProtumLink 5 cm emitter-integrated column is designed for laboratories prioritizing high sampling throughput while maintaining the sensitivity needed for limited-input material. It is a reliable choice for rapid discovery and scouting experiments.
Chromatographic Excellence (FWHM Resolution)
Even under accelerated conditions, the 5 cm format maintains sharp and stable peak profiles. At 1 µL/min, FWHM values remain consistently in the 3.1–4.1 s range across 5–15 min gradients, supporting confident peptide quantification and robust detection in high-volume workflows and QC environments.
Backpressure Flexibility & Workflow Versatility
With a usable flow range from 100 nL/min (nanoflow) up to 2000 nL/min (capillary flow), the column adapts well to different analytical needs. Its low backpressure enables operation at up to 1 µL/min even on pressure-limited systems, making it easy to transition between rapid screens, QC checks, and sensitive low-input analyses without changing hardware.
Pressure profiles
Compatibilities
Union columns feature an integrated liquid junction that enables straightforward connection to nano-LC systems using standard 10-32 threaded fittings. This configuration provides a robust, zero-dead-volume interface and allows fast column exchange without additional adapters. The integrated junction can also serve as the grounding or high-voltage application point when required by the instrument configuration. Union columns are fully compatible with setups using Thermo Scientific Nanospray Flex ion sources, where the high voltage can be applied through the liquid connection. This standardized connectivity enables a direct and reliable link between the column outlet and the UHPLC system while preserving excellent chromatographic performance. Specific adapter configurations may be required depending on the vendor ion source when operating emitter-integrated columns with a pre-mounted liquid junction. Users should consult instrument documentation where compatibility with blank-emitter columns is explicitly described.
Compatible Connection Systems
• Thermo Scientific nanoViper™ Fingertight Fittings • IDEX Health & Science MarvelXACT™ UHPLC Connection Systems • Waters ZenFit™ Connection Technology (compatibility pending verification)
C18 Bead Specification
Specification Table
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Silica Brand | ReproSil-Pur 120 C18-AQ (Dr. Maisch GmbH) |
| Chromatographic Mode | Reversed-phase |
| Particle Size | 1.9 µm |
| Pore Size | 120 Å |
| Surface Area | 300 m²/g |
| Bonding / Phase | C18 (ODS), fully end-capped, aqueous-compatible |
| Carbon Load | 15% |
| pH Stability Range | 2 – 8 |
| Max Operating Pressure | ≤ 1200 bar |
| Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C* |
*Ultra-fast gradients may be operated up to 70 °C.
Why We Use a Trusted C18 Phase
We rely on a well-established C18 material from Dr. Maisch because it has been widely used in LC–MS–based proteomics for nearly two decades and is known for its stable bonding chemistry, consistent material quality, and reproducible performance. This makes it a dependable foundation for achieving high-quality peptide separations across diverse workflows. The 1.9 µm C18 particles provide a balanced combination of peak capacity, mechanical robustness, and retention stability, supporting sharp and predictable peak shapes under the aqueous mobile-phase conditions typical for proteomics.
Application Notes
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