Microwave Technology

Accurate and fast hydrolysis.

The efficient microwave cavity with true internal temperature reading, and in-situ stirring ensures a rapid and accurate hydrolysis. Rapid hydrolysis times combined with rapid cooling allows for safe handling of vessels in minutes.

Automation Options

Automate up to 24 samples.

Auto samplers for the Discover Prep are available in 6 and 24 position modules, providing fully automated hydrolysis capabilities ideal for high-throughput labs.

Flexible

Hydrolyze all amino acids with one instrument.

Perform either an acid hydrolysis or base hydrolysis with the same system. With programmed methods amino acid hydrolysis is made simple. Liners can be used to protect the vessels.

Compact

Its small size is a big advantage.

The Discover Prep is only 14” wide. That’s about the width of an analytical balance. Take up minimum bench top space and add efficiency.

The Process

Safe and simple hydrolysis.

1. Load Autosampler Prepared 35 mL vessels containing samples, reagents, and stir bars can be loaded onto the 6- or 24-position autosampler, allowing for automated reaction handling and throughput

2. Select a Method Select the desired method, program the number of samples, and press “Play”.

3. Microwave Energy is Applied The reaction vessel is pressurized and microwave heating is applied directly to the vessel contents. This results in direct molecular activation and fast and efficient heating. Electromagnetic stirring allows for equal heat distribution and increased reaction homogeneity.

4. iWave Precise Temperature Control iWave technology allows for accurate temperature monitoring of the vessel contents regardless of sample type or solvent volume.

5. Compressed Air Cooling Upon method completion, compressed air cooling is applied, enabling rapid cooling for safe handling and preparation for analysis.

Hydrolysis Support

You get more than an instrument.

When you own a CEM instrument, you have access to a support team of chemists and engineers that are ready to answer any questions, work through ideas, and provide any support you may need. We are here to make sure you succeed.