Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 150+

The Quali-IC™ 150+ is a high-performance ion chromatograph designed for precise, stable, and automated analysis of anions and cations in demanding laboratory environments. It delivers reliable separation and quantification across a wide concentration range, from trace-level ppb to higher ppm samples.

With chemically inert, metal-free flow paths and built-in intelligent system protection, the Quali-IC™ 150+ ensures low background noise, excellent reproducibility, and long-term operational stability. Its integrated automation features, smart diagnostics, and compact design make it ideal for both routine testing and advanced analytical workflows.

Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 150+ Applications

The Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 150+ is widely applied for ionic analysis in the following areas:

Environmental Testing
Determination of anions and cations in drinking water, wastewater, surface water, and other environmental monitoring samples.

Food & Beverage Analysis
Measurement of preservatives, additives, organic acids, and inorganic ions to ensure product quality and safety compliance.

Pharmaceutical & Chemical Industries
Analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products for ionic purity and quality control.

Power & Electronics
Detection of trace ionic contaminants that could affect system reliability and component performance.

Research & Academic Laboratories
High-precision ion separation and quantification for method development, validation, and scientific research.

Standards for Ion Chromatography (IC) – Quali-IC™ 150+

The following standards provide validated methods for ion chromatography across water, environmental, food, pharmaceutical, and electronics applications, ensuring accurate, reproducible, and compliant results.

1. Water & Environmental Monitoring (ASTM & US EPA)

General Anion Analysis

• ASTM D2036: Standard testing for common anions (chloride, sulfate, nitrate) in water.
• ASTM D6832: Analysis of anions and cations in water for industrial processes and power generation.
• ASTM D6919: Determination of dissolved inorganic anions in water and wastewater.
• ASTM D7359: Trace anion measurement in water using suppressed conductivity detection.
• ASTM D7994: Modern IC techniques for inorganic anion determination in water.
• US EPA 300.0 / 300.1: Measurement of inorganic anions (fluoride, chloride, nitrate, nitrite, sulfate) in drinking water and wastewater.
• US EPA 1636: Determination of inorganic anions in aqueous samples for environmental monitoring.
• DIN 38409-59 & EN 17813: European standards for measuring inorganic anions in water and wastewater for compliance.

Specialized Contaminants & Matrices

• ASTM D5794: Analysis of inorganic anions in atmospheric deposition (rain/snow) samples.
• US EPA 302.0: Detection of perchlorate in environmental water samples.
• US EPA 314.0: Low-level perchlorate detection in drinking water.
• US EPA 332.0: Perchlorate analysis in drinking water using suppressed conductivity IC.
• US EPA 321.8: Determination of bromate, bromide, chlorite, and chlorate in drinking water.
• US EPA 6860: Analysis of organic acids and inorganic anions in water.

Solid Waste & Soils

• US EPA 9056 / 9058: Protocols for analyzing inorganic anions in soils, solid waste, and aqueous extracts.

2. Combustion Ion Chromatography (Petrochemicals & Materials)

• ASTM D8247: Determination of total fluorine, halogens, and sulfur in materials via combustion IC.
• US EPA 1621: Procedures for measuring adsorbable organic fluorine, chlorine, and bromine.
• UOP 991: Analysis of trace halogens and sulfur in petroleum products.

3. Food, Beverage, & Nutritional Analysis (AOAC)

General Food & Beverage

• AOAC 995.13: Measurement of chloride, nitrate, and sulfate in various food matrices.
• AOAC 996.04: Analysis of organic acids and inorganic ions in food and beverage products.
• AOAC 997.08: Detection of bromide and bromate in food and drink.
• AOAC 2000.11: Anion determination specifically for dairy and processed foods.

Specific Nutritional Concerns

• AOAC 2001.02: Quantification of nitrate and nitrite levels in foods.
• AOAC 2012.20: Inorganic anion analysis in infant formula and nutritional supplements.

4. Electronics & Industrial Compliance

• IEC 62321: Determination of halogens in electrical and electronic products (RoHS compliance).
• IPC-TM-650 2.3.28: Measurement of ionic contamination levels on printed circuit boards (PCBs).

These standards provide laboratories with reliable protocols for accurate, reproducible ion chromatography analysis across environmental, industrial, food, and electronics applications.

Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 150+ Key Features

• Intelligent Leakage Alarm System: Automatically detects liquid leaks, sounds alerts, and safely shuts down the pump to protect the instrument and laboratory environment.
• Automatic Signal Range Selection: Seamlessly measures ions from ppb to ppm without manual adjustment, improving accuracy and ease of use.
• Integrated Gas–Liquid Separator: Eliminates bubbles from the eluent flow path, reducing baseline noise and enhancing detection sensitivity.
• Timed Startup Preheating: Allows preprogrammed system startup and equilibration for faster readiness and improved workflow efficiency.
• Intelligent Maintenance Mode: Automates flow-path cleaning using pure water, reducing manual intervention and extending component lifespan.
• Mobile App Control Capability: Enables remote monitoring and basic operation through a mobile interface for enhanced flexibility.
• Large Intelligent Touchscreen Interface: Displays real-time system status, provides parameter control, and simplifies maintenance access.
• Chemically Inert PEEK Flow Path: Metal-free construction ensures compatibility with aggressive eluents while preventing sample contamination.

Ion Chromatograph – Quali-IC™ 150+ Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	Quali-IC™ 150+
Instrument Type	Ion Chromatograph
Flow Path Material	Chemically inert, metal-free PEEK
pH Compatibility	pH 0–14
Pump Type	High-pressure, low-pulse dual-piston pump
Maximum Pump Pressure	42 MPa
Flow Rate Range	0.001 – 12 mL/min
Flow Accuracy	≤ ±0.1%
Flow Precision	≤ ±0.1%
Pressure Ripple	≤ 0.5%
Column Heater Temperature Range	Ambient +5 °C to 60 °C
Temperature Control Accuracy	±0.1 °C
Suppressor Type	Self-regenerating electrolytic micro-membrane
Conductivity Detector	Auto-range conductivity detector
Detection Range	0 – 45,000 µS/cm
Baseline Noise	≤ 0.001 µS/cm
Baseline Drift	≤ 0.005 µS
Minimum Detectable Concentration	Cl⁻ ≤ 0.0003 µg/mL; Li⁺ ≤ 0.0001 µg/mL
Linearity	≥ 0.999
Repeatability (Qualitative)	≤ 0.5%
Power Consumption	150 W
Dimensions (W × D × H)	336 × 458 × 650 mm
Weight	25.5 kg