Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Diethyl ether HPLC
Quantity/Pack Size – 1 L
Form – Liquid
Grade – HPLC
Application – Chromatography, solvent extraction, organic synthesis
Product Overview
Diethyl ether HPLC grade is a high-purity solvent designed for demanding laboratory applications where precision and consistency are critical. This ultra-low moisture ether ensures minimal interference in chromatographic separations, making it ideal for high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and other sensitive analytical techniques. Its exceptional purity level reduces baseline noise and artifact formation, enhancing detection accuracy. The solvent is stabilized to prevent peroxide formation, extending shelf life and maintaining performance over time. With a boiling point of 34.6°C and low viscosity, it offers rapid evaporation rates while leaving minimal residue. The HPLC grade designation guarantees compliance with stringent quality standards, including low UV absorbance and limited impurities. This ether variant is particularly valued in organic synthesis for its ability to dissolve a wide range of nonpolar compounds while maintaining reaction integrity. The packaging in amber glass bottles with PTFE-lined caps ensures protection from light and moisture, preserving the solvent’s integrity during storage and handling.
FAQs
1. What is the maximum allowable water content in this HPLC-grade diethyl ether?
The water content is maintained below 0.05% as per HPLC grade specifications, ensuring minimal interference in sensitive applications.
2. Can this ether be used with automated liquid handling systems?
Yes, its low viscosity and consistent purity make it compatible with most automated liquid handling systems used in analytical laboratories.
3. How does the peroxide content compare to standard reagent-grade ether?
This HPLC grade contains significantly lower peroxide levels (typically <10 ppm) compared to reagent-grade ether, which often exceeds 50 ppm.
4. What precautions should be taken when transferring this solvent?
Always use in a well-ventilated fume hood, avoid static discharge, and use ground glassware to prevent peroxide formation from contamination.
5. Is this ether suitable for use in mass spectrometry applications?
While primarily designed for HPLC, its high purity and low residue properties make it suitable for many LC-MS applications when proper ionization conditions are maintained.
