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Contichrom CUBE - Laboratory Scale Systems
The Contichrom ® CUBE is versatile lab-scale liquid chromatography system with integrated dynamic process control functions. It offers unique capabilities for mastering complex separation challenges using our proprietary Twin-column processes. The user-friendly software enables rapid process development for batch, integrated-batch and continuous chromatography.
Capabilities:
- Single column batch, 2-step integrated batch (sequential polishing with in-line dilution) and alternating batch (flip-flop)
- CaptureSMB ® - Continuous capture of antibodies and tagged proteins for high resin utilization, low buffer consumption, and high productivity
- MCSGP - Continuous polishing for difficult separation challenges (oligonucleotides, peptides, multi-specific antibodies)
- N-Rich ® - Automated enrichment and isolation of product-related impurities
- Standard batch & Integrated batch with in-line dilution
- AutomAb ® dynamic process control for CaptureSMB
- AutoPeak ® dynamic process control for MCSGP
The Contichrom ® CUBE is available in two versions:
- Contichrom CUBE 30 :
- Flow rate range 0.1 – 36 mL/min, 100 bar max pressure
- Inner column diameters 0.5 – 2.7 cm
- Download: Contichrom CUBE 30 technical specifications
- Contichrom CUBE 1 00 :
- Flow rate range 0.5 – 100 mL/min, 100 bar max pressure
- Inner column diameters 0.8 – 5.0 cm
- Download: Contichrom CUBE 100 technical specifications
Process capabilities • CaptureSMB with AutoMAb dynamic process control
• MCSGP with AutoPeak dynamic process control
• N-Rich with AutoPeak dynamic process control
• Single column batch chromatography with linear gradient capability
• Integrated batch chromatography (Capture/Polishing + Desalting)
• Integrated batch chromatography with in-line dilution between two columns (Capture + Polishing)
• Integrated batch chromatography with linear gradient capability (Polishing + Polishing)
• Two-column alternating batch chromatography (Flip-Flop)Operating software • ChromIQ operating software (English)
• Integrated, intuitive software for operation & evaluation of batch and continuous chromatography
• Wizards for batch chromatography, integrated 2-column chromatography, CaptureSMB, MCSGP & N-Rich
• Easy-to-use graphical method programming wizards
• Expert mode method editor for advanced users
• Evaluation module optimized for both standard & continuous chromatography data analysis
• Pause/continue functionality, also for continuous chromatography operations
• Run logs with full run information
• OPC compatiblePressure rating 100 bar (10 MPa / 1450 psi) Flow rate range 0.1 – 36 mL/min (Contichrom CUBE Combined 30)
0.5 – 100 mL/min (Contichrom CUBE Combined 100)UV detectors Variable wavelength UV detectors (External): 1 per column outlet, 2 total
Channels: 4-channels per column position
Wavelengths: 200 – 600 nm
Light Source: Deuterium lamp
Linear range: 0 - 1000 mAU
Optical path length: 0.5 mm
Wetted materials: PEEK, Quartz, PTFE, SSTConductivity / Temperature sensors Internal conductivity sensors: 1 per column outlet, 2 total
Conductivity range: 1–250 mS/cm
Temperature sensor
Wetted materials: PEEK, TitaniumpH Sensor 1 external pH probe with flow cell located at the product outlet
pH measurement: 1 – 14
Pressure rating: 7 bar
Wetted materials: PEEK, GlassPumps and pressure sensors 4x high precision double-piston-pumps with active seal wash:
Pump 1A & Pump 1B (gradient pumps), Pump 2 (Wash pump), Pump 3 (Feed pump)
4x manual purge valves (1 per pump)
4x post-pump/pre-column pressure sensors (1 per pump)
Wetted materials: PEEK, Synthetic ruby, Sapphire, Zirconia, UHMWPE, FFKM, PFA, ETFEBuffer inlets and outlets 18 inlets, 4 outlets total:
2x 8-port buffer selection rotary valves for Pump 2 & Pump 3 (16 buffer inlets)
2x single buffer inlets for pump P1A & P1B
1x drain outlet (for pump purge)
1x product outlet to the FOXY fraction collector
2x outlets for collection of waste fractions
Wetted materials: PEEKHigh pressure valves 6x multi-position rotary valves
Electrical actuation
Wetted materials: PEEKComputer 1x Stand-alone computer (Windows, 64 bit, full HD resolution, 1920 x 1080 or higher) with ChromIQ operating software Software compliance ChromIQ software with all essential elements of 21CFR Part 11 compliance:
• User management functions for operational and data security
• Pre-defined user groups for administrators, R&D and production users
• Rights management for individual user groups
• User accounts are password protected
• Logging with time stamp and user name
• Electronic signature with checksum of log and measurement filesOther Cold room compatible
Large buffer tray
Runs resins and membrane stationary phasesDimensions (height x width x depth) CUBE module: 370 mm x 509 mm x 450 mm (14.6" x 20.0" x 17.7")
CUBE+ module: 214 mm x 509 mm x 450 mm (8.43" x 20.0" x 17.7")
External UV detectors (2 stacked): 270 mm x 280 mm x 463 mm
Width of complete system with fraction collector and external UV detectors = 120 cmWeight CUBE module: 30 kg (67 lb)
CUBE+ module: 17 kg (38 lb)
Total: 47 kg (105 lb)
External UV detectors (each): 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs)Flow Path Materials All biocompatible
High pressure side capillaries: PEEK
Low pressure side tubing: FEP
Fittings: PEEK (PP + CTFE on buffer selection valves)Power Specifications Supply voltage: 100 - 240 V
Maximum power: CUBE and CUBE+ combined: 170 W
External UV detectors: 120 W eachChromIQ® is the operating software of the Contichrom preparative chromatography equipment. The software is designed to allow the users to operate the equipment without expert knowledge of the underlying processes. This is done through an interface where the process input templates are filled out by the operator showing immediately the process output data. In this way the right process can be designed before running it.
The software uses wizard modules supporting different processes and process control functions, depending on the Contichrom product. The wizards are pre-programmed software modules for easy operation. The following ChromIQ software wizards are included in the different Contichrom products:
ChromIQ® software modules - Batch Wizard
- Integrated Batch Wizard
- CaptureSMB® Wizard
- MCSGP Wizard
- N-Rich® Wizard
The wizards also help to convert the conventional batch process to the more efficient twin-column countercurrent processes.
Dynamic process control tools like AutomAb® and AutoPeak® keep CaptureSMB® and MCSGP processes at an optimal set point during steady-state operation.
ChromIQ® also has an expert operating mode for deeper control and autonomous expert programming. This function is deactivated by default and can be activated.
The software contains all essential elements for 21CFR part 11 compliance:
- Predefined user groups, administrators, R&D and production users
- Rights management for individual user groups
- User accounts are password protected
- Logging with time stamp and user name (non-deletable)
- Electronic signature with checksum of log and measurement files.
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Contichrom TWIN - Manufacturing Scale Systems
- Contichrom ® TWIN systems are premium quality GMP skids designed to run MCSGP or CaptureSMB continuous processes. In addition, these systems have the flexibility to run single column batch, 2-step integrated batch (sequential polishing with in-line dilution) and alternating batch (flip-flop). Contichrom ® TWIN systems are available as LPLC or HPLC versions depending on the mode of operation or application. Choose from Alan-Bradley (standard) or optional Emerson Delta V control platforms. The Contichrom TWIN systems can be customized with single use interfaces for compatibility with disposable systems upstream and downstream.
- The Contichrom ® TWIN LPLC systems are enabled with CaptureSMB and AutomAb ® dynamic process control for robust continuous operation.
- The Contichrom ® TWIN HPLC systems are enabled with MCSGP and AutoPeak ® dynamic process control for robust continuous operation. Standard units operate at pressures up to 80 bar. The units can operate in environments classified for solvent use.
Scale-up with YMC's Contichrom TWIN GMP-grade skids
- Customizable GMP-grade skids based on standard Contichrom TWIN platform
- Pilot to process scale
- Flexible twin-column setup for batch and continuous chromatography
- Uses the Contichrom CUBE chromatography system for easy process development
- Best available hygienic pump technology from LEWA
- Worldwide affiliates and support
- YMC designs customized pilot- and process-scale GMP-grade skids featuring ChromaCon's twin-column processes. The Contichrom CUBE process development systems facilitates easy process transfer to the Contichrom Twin GMP systems. GMP skids based on ChromaCon's technologies can be customized to all scales.
- Uniquely, the Contichrom TWIN systems can be connected upstream and downstream providing flexible single-use operations. This hybrid concept provides the best of two worlds of chromatography skids of stainless steel enabling performance and precision, combined with single-use plastic parts for allowing convenience.
Please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your specific needs and answer any questions you have.
For more information download the brochure or contact us
Available standard flow rate ranges • Contichrom TWIN FPLC 100: 0.004 – 0.8 L/min
• Contichrom TWIN FPLC 300: 0.02 – 3.3 L/min
• Contichrom TWIN FPLC 500: 0.06 – 10.0 L/min
• Contichrom TWIN FPLC 1000: 0.12 – 20.0 L/minFor more information download the brochure or contact us
Available standard flow rate ranges • Contichrom TWIN HPLC 100: 0.01 – 0.67 L/min
• Contichrom TWIN HPLC 300: 0.03 – 3.3 L/min
• Contichrom TWIN HPLC 500: 0.15 – 8.3 L/min
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Contichrom CUBE Accessories
Contichrom CUBE optional accessories:-
Teledyne ISCO Foxy R1 & R2 fraction collectors (+ multiple rack types)
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Sample injection valve + loop set for precise loading of small samples (500 µL-20 mL)
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Column selection valve for resin screening
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Variable wavelength detectors - 1 channel - (190-500 nm)
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Variable multi-wavelength detectors - 2 or 4 channels - (200-600 nm)
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Column thermostat (5-80°C)
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Cooling cabinet for Foxy R1 fraction collector
Description
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Foxy R1
300001
Holds a single collection rack
Includes one rack
- 15 mL (18 mm diameter) tubes (72/rack)
- 50 mL centrifuge tubes (36/rack)
- 96-Well Microplates
Collection schemes: time or volume intervals, threshold peak detection
Wetted materials : valve - PEEK and FFKM, ferrules - ETFE, valve tubing - PTFE, drain tubing - vinyl
Fits cold cabinet 300071W/D/H: 31.1, 33.0, 35.5 cm
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300002
Two collection racks, automatic rack detection
Includes two racks:
- 15 mL (18 mm diameter) tubes (72/rack)
- 50 mL centrifuge tubes (36/rack) - STANDARD
- 96-Well Microplates
- 250 mL bottles (18x)
Collection schemes: time or volume intervals, threshold peak detection,
Wetted materials: valve - PEEK and FFKM, ferrules - ETFE, valve tubing - PTFE, drain tubing - vinyl
Does not fit cold cabinet CC 30003W/D/H: 31.1, 53.3, 37.8 cm
Learn more15 mL centrifuge tube rack
300052
Hold 72x tubes per rack. Fits Foxy R1 & R2 50 mL centrifuge tube rack
300049
Holds 36x tubes per rack. Fits Foxy R1 & R2 13mm tube rack
300054
Holds 144x tubes per rack. Fits Foxy R1 & R21.5 mL microcentrifuge tube rack
300050
Holds 60x tubes per rack. Fits Foxy R1 & R2 96-well microplate rack 300048 Each rack holds 2x 96-well microplates. Fits Foxy R1 & R2 Description
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Cold cabinet for Foxy R1 fraction collector
300071W/D/H: 60, 61, 85 cm
Gross capacity: 140 L
Gross weight: 48 kg
Spark resistant
Buffer & feed bottles cooling inside
Accurate temperature setting between +2°C and +40°C
Visual and audible door and temperature alarm
Self closing door glass door
Not for organic solventsDescription
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Variable wavelength detector
3000984 ChannelW/D/H: 280, 463, 135 mmWeight: 7.5 kgDeuterium lamp200-600 nmFlow cell includedPreparative flow cell
(Included with above UVDs)Path length: 0.5 mmPEEKConnection: 1/16"Max flow rate: 250 ml/minMax pressure: 300 barDescription
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Column thermostat
300056The CUBE supports 2 column ovens each with space for one pre-eluent heating cartridge.One oven is therefore recommended per column.W/D/H: 150 / 310 / 470 mm
Heating and cooling system: Microprocessor controlled Peltier element for heating and cooling, fan supported 2-way air circulation
Temperature range: 5 – 85 °C
Heating/cooling rate: 2 °C/min
Temperature accuracy: ± 0.2 °C
Temperature stability: ± 0.1 °C
Leak sensor: Gas sensor
Max. length of columns: 300 mm
Max. recommended inner diameter: 10 mmMax. flow rate: 5mL/min
Learn moreSolvent pre-heating cartridge
300057Cartridge for eluent pre-heating (cartridge capillary = 0.18 mm ID)Recommended for flow rates >0.5 mL/min, <5mL/min1 cartridge installed per column ovenDescription
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Dynamic mixer (biocompatible) 300099
(250V)300100
(110V)Preparative scale mixing chamber:
W/D/H: 80, 130, 125 mm
Weight: approximately 1.6 kg
Wetted part: titanium
1.1, 4.8, & 5.9 ml mixing chamber options
Flow rate: <100 ml/min
Pressure rating: max. 250 bar
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Column clamp 300019 Column outer diameter: 10 - 21 mm Column Holder 300020 Column outer diameter: 10 - 50 mm -
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