Strata Solution Kit Simplifies Solid Phase Extraction

Phenomenex Inc., a leading worldwide manufacturer of separation science consumables, introduces a new support and reference tool that helps chromatographers develop and optimize solid phase extraction (SPE) sample preparation methods. The new tool kit is designed for users of Phenomenex's Strata^® solid phase extraction products, which remove contaminants in samples prior to HPLC or GC separation.

The strata-X Virtual SPE Kit contains method development software applicable for samples in tubes, or 96-well plates with user-defined analytes, sample matrix and analysis goals. The kit provides educational tools and instructions to simplify method development using either a vacuum manifold or robotics. It includes methods SPE methods for reversed and ion exchange phases and 24 reference cards with information and tips on the wide range of strata-X products, along with an interactive, user-driven troubleshooting guide on CD.

"The use of SPE is growing rapidly as more applications demand clean samples," commented Michael Garriques, brand manager for Phenomenex. "SPE is the most selective sample preparation technique, yet many HPLC and GC users do not fully understand the method development. Our new kit makes it simple."