Ion Chromatograph

Ion Chromatograph - Quali-IC™

An Ion Chromatograph is an analytical instrument designed to separate, identify, and quantify ionic species in liquid samples, including anions, cations, organic acids, and inorganic ions. Ion chromatography operates by passing a liquid sample through a specialized chromatographic column, where ions are separated based on their interaction with the stationary phase and then detected with high sensitivity.

Ion chromatography is widely used in environmental monitoring, food safety, pharmaceutical analysis, chemical production, power generation, and research laboratories because it provides high accuracy, excellent repeatability, and low detection limits for both routine and trace-level ion analysis.

The Quali-IC™ Ion Chromatograph series is a complete range of modular ion chromatography systems developed for laboratories that require flexibility, analytical precision, and long-term operational reliability. From compact single-channel instruments to high-pressure, multi-detector platforms, Quali-IC™ systems are built to expand alongside evolving analytical requirements.

Each Quali-IC™ Ion Chromatograph includes precision pumping technology, chemically inert flow paths, advanced temperature control, and intelligent software to maintain consistent separation performance across a wide range of applications. Multiple detector options—including conductivity, amperometric, and UV detectors—allow users to configure the system according to specific analytical objectives.

Applications of Quali-IC™ Ion Chromatographs

Quali-IC™ Ion Chromatograph systems are widely used in the following applications:

Drinking Water and Wastewater Analysis
Measurement of common inorganic anions and cations, including fluoride, chloride, nitrate, nitrite, sulfate, bromate, perchlorate, and ammonium.

Food and Beverage Testing
Analysis of nitrate, nitrite, iodide, thiocyanate, sugars, carbohydrates, organic acids, and nutritional components in dairy products, infant formula, coffee, molasses, and processed foods.

Environmental Monitoring
Quantification of ions in surface water, groundwater, atmospheric particulates (PM2.5, PM10, TSP), soil extracts, and solid waste leachates.

Petrochemical and Energy Industries
Determination of inorganic anions in oilfield wastewater, as well as total halogens, sulfur, and nitrogen in petroleum products using combustion ion chromatography.

Pharmaceutical Analysis
Quantification of active pharmaceutical ingredients, impurities, and ionic components in raw materials and finished dosage forms.

Electronics and Semiconductor Industry
Ionic contamination testing of circuit boards, semiconductor materials, silicon oxide powders, and ultrapure process water.

Battery and Energy Storage Materials
Detection of anions in lithium battery electrolytes, cathode materials, and lithium salts for quality control and performance assessment.

Halogen and Polymer Materials Analysis
Total fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and sulfur determination in polymers, plastics, and electronic materials through combustion ion chromatography.

Public Safety and Forensic Applications
Identification and measurement of explosive residues, oxidizers, and trace inorganic ions in forensic and security investigations.

Why Choose Quali-IC™ Ion Chromatographs?

• Modular and Scalable Design: Quali-IC™ systems support expansion from single-channel to multi-channel configurations, allowing laboratories to increase capability without replacing the main instrument.

   

• Multiple Detector Compatibility: Conductivity, amperometric, and UV detectors can be configured to support a wide range of analytical methods.

   

• High-Pressure, High-Precision Performance: Advanced pumping systems maintain stable flow at elevated pressures, ensuring reliable separation efficiency and consistent results.

   

• Chemically Inert Flow Paths: Metal-free PEEK flow paths provide broad chemical compatibility across a pH range of 0–14 and help prevent sample contamination.

   

• Stable Baseline and Low Noise: Integrated vacuum degassing and temperature-controlled modules enhance baseline stability and improve detection sensitivity.

   

• Intelligent Software and Automation: User-friendly control software supports method setup, data analysis, reporting, and compliance-related tasks.

   

• Built for Long-Term Reliability: Industrial-grade components and precise temperature control support consistent performance in high-throughput laboratory environments.