4. Column Fitting Guideline

Our Column comes in various different formats for fit users need, range from bare column, to various inlet fitting and outlet fitting as well as easy-to-use coluMate ready format.

A. ColuMate Ready columns

ColuMate Ready Columns are designed specifically for the MicrOmics ColuMate Capillary Column Heating System. They make installing a capillary column incredibly simple—just open the chamber, drop it in, and close. The inlet side features a standard 1/16-inch female fitting, fully compatible with NanoViper connections and other common transfer lines.

Best of all, unlike other capillary-column vendors, there is NO MARKUP for the ColuMate Ready format, also no extra wasteful shell/fitting in this format. You get the same high-performance column at the same price.

This is the preferred format for users who want heated columns for maximum stability and performance. To learn more about the ColuMate System, visit our ColuMate Page.

B. Standard Integrated columns

Standard Integrated Columns offer a flexible format featuring an integrated emitter at the outlet, protected by a 1/32-inch PEEK sleeve, and a standard 1/16-inch female inlet fitting compatible with NanoViper connections and other common transfer lines.

This format is the most popular choice for users who operate without a heating system or who prefer to use third-party heaters.

 

C. Standard non-Integrated columns

Standard non-Integrated Columns

Standard Non-Integrated Columns are available in two outlet configurations: with a 1/16-inch fitting or without a fitting (bare capillary outlet). Both formats feature a standard 1/16-inch female inlet fitting compatible with NanoViper connections and other common transfer lines. The only difference is at the outlet.

• With a 1/16-inch outlet fitting: Provides convenient, ready-to-use connectivity for Thermo EasySpray emitters and Bruker emitter kits.
• Without a fitting (bare capillary outlet): Offers maximum flexibility, allowing users to make their own custom connection to any emitter of their choice.

 

D. Bare capillary columns

Bare Capillary Columns offer the most flexible and cost-efficient option. They are available in two versions: integrated tip or non-integrated tip. Users can choose any inlet and outlet fittings they prefer for full customization.

For the integrated emitter version, the tip is protected with a 1/32-inch PEEK sleeve to ensure safe handling and reliability.

 

E. Vendor Specific columns

Certain mass spectrometer vendors require specific adapters or hardware to interface correctly with their ion sources (e.g., Bruker CaptiveSpray, Thermo EasySpray, etc.). We tailor our column solutions to meet these requirements.

Because each vendor has unique specifications and nuances, please contact our sales team to obtain the correct part number for your specific instrument and application.