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Alternate Selectivity for Mid-Polarity AnalysesFast run and re-equilibration times for enhanced sample throughput and productivityProvides alternate selectivity to phenyl phases with similar polarityRecommended UseAlcohols, Amines, Aromatic Hydrocarbons, Drugs, Esters, PAHs, PCBs, Pharmaceutical Intermediates, Phenols, Solvents, Steroids, TMS Sugars, Tranquilizers
Performance Up to 430 °CRugged, high temperature stable (430 °C), polyimide-coated fused silica phaseRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsTrue boiling point separation for hydrocarbon distillation methodsRecommended for chemists struggling with high boilers, contaminants, or carry-oversR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp TestingWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °C.Recommended ApplicationsDiesel Fuel, High Boiling Petroleum Products, High Molecular Weight Waxes, Long-chained Hydrocarbons, Motor Oils, Polymers/Plastics, Simulated Distillation
Low Bleed Performance for GC/MSVery low bleed (MS Certified) especially suited to high sensitivity GC/MSImproved signal-to-noise ratio for better sensitivity and mass spectral integrityExtremely inert for active compounds such as drugs, pesticides, acids, and basesLower Overall Column ActivityActivity is a key measure of column quality. ZB-1ms columns are aggressively tested to ensure full deactivation.Recommended ApplicationsAcids, Amines, Diesel Fuel, Drugs, Flavors & Fragrances, PCBs (EPA Method 1668)
Low Bleed, Intermediate Polarity Selectivity for GC/MSIntermediate polarity column for high molecular weight analysisInert to minimize analyte adsorption, improve efficiency, and reproducibilityMore rugged (longer column life) than other polar phasesExcellent for trace analysis with bleed-sensitive detectors (MS, FID, ECD, NPD)Recommended UseAmines, Aroclors, Drugs, EPA Methods (508, 608, 8081, 8141, 8151), Pesticides, Pharmaceuticals, Semi-volatiles, Steroids
Inferno: Rugged Performance Up to 430 °CFirst non-metal, enhanced durability 35% phenyl phase witih 400 °C temperature stabilityGreat for high molecular weight compoundsRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsRecommended for chemists struggling with high boilers, contaminants, or carry-oversR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp TestingWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °CRecommended UseAmines, Aroclors, Chemicals, Drugs, EPA Methods (508, 608, 8081, 8141, 8151), Pesticides, Pharmaceuticals, Semi-volatiles, Steroids
Low Polarity for a Wide Range of SeparationsVersatile column recommended for a wide range of applicationsGreat column for unknown samplesResilient to dirty samples – long column lifeRecommended UseAlkaloids, Dioxins, Drugs, Essential Oils/Flavors, FAMEs, Halo-hydrocarbons, PCBs/Aroclors, Pesticides/Herbicides, Phenols, Residual Solvents
Rugged Performance for High Polarity SelectivityHigh polarity column capable of high temperature bakeout to remove contaminantsInert to minimize analyte adsorption, improve efficiency, and reproducibilityMore rugged (longer column life) than other polar phasesGreat for toxicology and environmental compoundsRecommended UseAntidepressants, Aroclors, Cholesterols, Drugs of Abuse, EPA Methods (508, 608, 8081, 8141, 8151), Glycols, Pesticides/Herbicides, Steroids, Triglycerides
Rugged Performance Up to 430 °CRugged, high temperature stable (430 °C), polyimide-coated fused silica phaseRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsRecommended for chemists struggling with high boilers, contaminants, or carry-oversWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °C.Recommended UseDiesel Fuels, High Boiling Petroleum Products, High Molecular Weight Waxes, Long-chained Hydrocarbons, Motor Oils, Polymers/Plastics, Simulated Distillation, Surfactants, TriglyceridesR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp Testing
Drop-In Performance for Chlorinated Pesticides by GC/ECDWhy Pesticide Labs Are Making The SwitchGuaranteed, direct replacement to Restek® Rtx®-CLPesticides columnsResolve multiple chlorinated pesticide classes on one pair with enhanced, fine-tuned selectivityMeet requirements for 7 EPA methods by GC/ECD (8081, 8082, 8151, 504, 505, 508, and 552)Instantly save on every ZB-CLPesticides column and kit with everyday low pricingRecommended UseDual-column chlorinated pesticides, herbicides, haloacetic acids (HAAs), EPA Methods (8081, 8082, 8151, 504, 505, 508, and 552)
Improved Resolution for Free Fatty AcidsPopular choice for food industry method developmentHigh polarity column with excellent thermal and chemical stabilityImprove peak shape for underivatized acids, organic acids, free fatty acids, and alcoholsBonded, solvent rinsable nitroterephthalic acid phaseRecommended UseAcrylates, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Free Fatty Acids, Ketones, Organic Acids, Phenols, Volatile Free Acids
Inferno: Rugged Performance Up to 430 °CNon-metal si-arylene low bleed phase stable to 400 ˚CProvides alternate selectivity to 5% phenyl phasesOften used for confirmation of pesticides, PCB, or other environmental samplesRobust column performance for high temperature bake outsR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for High Temp TestingWith advanced polymer bonding technology and specialized high temperature polyimide coating, Zebron Inferno columns offer enhanced performance where other columns fail. See how Inferno columns allow analysts to push a standard analysis up to 430 °CRecommended UseEPA Methods, PCBs, Pesticides/Herbicides, Unknown Samples
Low Polarity for a Wide Range of SeparationsRugged, high efficiency, and MS Certified low bleedWell-suited for true boiling point separationsExcellent resolving power of critical pairs in complex petrochemical samplesUsed for “fingerprinting” and routine quality control analyses (e.g., citrus oils)Recommended ApplicationsAmines, Drugs, Essential Oils, Ethanol, Gases (Refinery), Hydrocarbons, Mercaptans, MTBE, Natural Gas Odorants, Oxygenates and GROs, PCBs, Pesticides, Semi-volatiles, Simulated Distillation, Solvent Impurities, Sulfur Compounds (Light)
Consistent, Reliable Results for Simulated DistillationUniform Glass Infusion™ coating for sharp peaks and high efficiencyIndividually tested for improved reproducibility45 – 70 % higher efficiency than other manufacturersImproved resolution of C50/C52 hour after hourRecommended ApplicationsASTM Methods (D2887, D2887X, D3710, D6352, D7169), Crude Oil, Gasoline Fractions, Petroleum Distillates, Petroleum Fractions, Simulated Distillation, Vacuum Distillates
Low Bleed Performance for GC/MSMost popular starting column for method developersArylene Matrix Technology (AMT) provides a highly stable arylene phase for enhanced resolution of PAHs and multi-ring aromatic compoundsLow bleed (MS certified) especially suited to high sensitivity work using GC/MSRecommended UseAcids, Alkaloids, Amines, Dioxins, Drugs, EPA Methods (525, 610, 625, 8100), Essential Oils/Flavors, FAMEs, Halo-hydrocarbons, PCBs/Aroclors, Pesticides/Herbicides, Phenols, Residual Solvents, Semi-volatiles, Solvent Impurities
Robust Results for VOCs and Residual SolventsIncreased temperature limit speeds run times and re-equilibrationPopular choice for residual solvent testing (USP Monograph )Widely used to separate volatile organic flavor and fragrance additives and residual solvents in industrial or pharmaceutical products (OVIs)Equivalent to USP phase G43Recommended UseEPA Methods (501.3, 502.2, 503.1, 524.2, 601, 602, 624, 8010, 8015, 8020, 8021, 8240, 8260), Pharmaceuticals, Residual Solvents, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
Fast Quality Checks for Bioethanol TestingSpecially designed for fast and accurate bioethanol analysis; improve method efficiency 800%Meet ASTM D5501 requirements - resolve methanol and ethanol from all other denaturant peaksGreat resolution of fusel alcoholsAllows for quick bake out between runs to eliminate contaminantsR&D 100 award-winning Zebron ZB-Bioethanol columns were designed to accelerate the bioethanol certification process to help keep bioethanol plants profitable. Able to characterize 29 biofuel components, ZB-Bioethanol cuts analysis runtime from 40 minutes to 5 minutes, an 800% improvement in overall efficiency over the standard ASTM D5501 method.Recommended UseAlcohol, Bioethanol, Fusel AlcoholsR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for Biofuel Analysis
Dramatically Faster Toxicology TestingSpecially deactivated to improve inertness and quantitation for drug compoundsQuickly and accurately analyze drug of abuse with great peak shapeImprove resolution of target analytes from matrix interferencesRun amphetamines in under 6 minutes and opiates in under 5 minutesR&D 100 Award-Winning Technology for Drugs of AbuseUnclog your sample backlog! Developed by the leading GC scientists in the world, R&D 100 award-winning ZB-Drug-1 columns are specifically designed to analyze drugs abuse, with run times 2 to 8 times faster than typical GC columns used for toxicology testing. The novel phase chemistry has a dimethylpolysiloxane backbone with a special phenyl-containing functionally and improves resolution of typically troublesome analytes.Recommended UseDrug Screening (6-MAM, Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Opiates, PCP, THC)
The Fast FAME GC Column Reduce run times for traditional FAMEs separations up to 75 % Separate cis/trans FAME isomers with Rs ≥ 1.0 High-cyanopropyl selectivity acceptable for use with AOCS, AOAC, and IOC methods Recommended Use Fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs), Cis/trans FAME isomers
Guaranteed Performance for Pesticides and InsecticidesSpecially engineered column set specifically designed for pesticide screening and confirmation by GC/ECD, GC/NPD, and GC/MSResolve common pesticide isomers with optimized selectivity for food and environmental samplesImproved inertness for decreased breakdown of sensitive pesticides such as DDTExceed EPA Method 8081 specifications for dual column confirmation when used as a pairRecommended UseAroclors/PCBs, Haloacetic Acids, Herbicides, Insecticides, Multi-Pesticide Screening, Nitrogen Containing Pesticides, Organochlorine Pesticides, Organophosphorous Pesticides
A New Generation of Performance for Semi-Volatiles AnalysisZB-SemiVolatiles delivers inert, rugged performance with Enviro-Inert™ Technology enhanced 5% phenyl-arylene selectivity. We take the guesswork out of meeting method requirements - troublesome compounds in your samples and the 8270D tuning standard are used as our QC mix, so you can be sure your column is ready to meet suitability requirements for the method!5 Reasons Chromatographers Love ItDelivers supreme inertness for acids, amines, and other notoriously active compoundsHold calibrations and increase productivity up to 58%Detect down to ultra-low levels (0.2 ng on-column)Improve critical pair resolution (valley height 9.9% for benzo[b] and benzo[k])The most popular choice for testing of semi-volatiles, PAHs, and PBDEsRecommended UseSemi-volatiles (SVOCs), PAHs, PBDEs, EPA Methods (525, 610, 625, 8100, 8270D)Specifically Designed for Supreme SVOC Inertness
PEG Versatility for Solvents, Acids, and AminesBonded, solvent rinsable phase excellent for separating polar complex mixturesGC/MS Certified low bleed levelsLow activity for aminesExcellent separations of polar complex mixtures; widely used for profiling and "fingerprinting"Recommended UseAlcohols, Aldehydes, Aromatics, Basic Compounds, Essential Oils, Flavors & Fragrances, Glycols, Pharmaceuticals, Solvents, Styrene, Xylene Isomers
100% Aqueous Stability for Polar Compounds100% aqueous stable, excellent for aqueous samples; bonded and solvent rinseableExtremely inert for acidic compoundsEnhanced selectivity for low boiling solvents; high retention of alcohols and chlorinated solventsIncreased efficiency at 20 °CZB-WAXplus provides optimal selectivity for many aqueous soluble compounds such as those found in alcoholic beverages or glycol samples. The ZB-WAXplus bonding process results in exceptional stability to repeated injections of aqueous matrices like whiskey. Multiple or routine water injections will not alter the efficiency or polarity of the phase over time.Recommended UseAlcohols, Aldehydes, Aromatics, Essential Oils, Flavors & Fragrances, Free Fatty Acids, Glycols, OVIs, Pharmaceuticals, Solvents / Residual Solvents, Styrene, Xylene IsomersEnhanced Aqueous Stability
Zebron ™ ZB-XLB-HT is a phenyl-si-arylene bonded phase that can withstand temperatures up to 400˚ C, enabling analyses of compounds with high molecular weights and boiling points. The Zebron Inferno non-metal columns are stable at high temperatures due to proprietary coating and binding technologies, providing long lifetime, low bleed and low activity. They are ideal for analyses in environmental, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, toxicology and biofuels applications. The ZB-XLB-HT Inferno provides unique selectivity for confirmational analyses. This MS-certified column offers low activity and good peak shape for acidic and basic samples. It is also ideal for polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), pesticides, herbicides and many EPA methods.Non-metal si-arylene GC column stable to 400 ˚CRobust column for high temperature analysisProvides unique selectivity for conformational analysesLonger lifetime with high temperature, polyimide coated, fused silica tubingGood tool for general screening to identify unknown samples Resolve Complex Samples Without Sacrificing Sensitivity
Z-Guard columns are universal GC guard columns, designed for use with virtually any GC capillary column, from virtually any manufacturer. Features: Extends column lifetime by preventing stationary phase damage Improves separation, peak shapes (especially early elutors), sensitivity, and accuracy of quantitative results
