Overview
Stainless steel is widely used in HPLC tubing, column hardware, and filtration components due to its strength, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with a broad range of mobile phases.
MICROSOLV products employ a specific stainless‑steel grade selected for reliability, chemical durability, and performance under high‑pressure chromatographic conditions.
Stainless Steel Grade Used in MICROSOLV Products
Material Specification
- All MICROSOLV stainless steel tubing is manufactured using SS316 stainless steel, also known as 316 or 316L grade, depending on geometry and application.
- The same stainless‑steel grade is used in HPLC column hardware, ensuring consistent material properties throughout the fluid path.
- Filters and sparging stones are also produced using SS316 for chemical compatibility and corrosion resistance.
Why SS316 Stainless Steel Is Preferred
Performance Advantages
- High corrosion resistance, especially against acids, chlorides, and typical HPLC solvents.
- Excellent mechanical strength, making it suitable for high‑pressure applications.
- Low extractables, ensuring clean baselines and minimal chemical interference.
- Compatibility with a wide range of organic solvents, buffers, and additives commonly used in HPLC and LC-MS.
- Analytical and preparative HPLC tubing
- Column bodies and end fittings
- Inlet filters and sparging stones
- General fluid‑path components requiring robust metal construction
SS316 delivers superior durability, making it the industry standard for high‑performance analytical equipment.
Additional Information
A separate MICROSOLV resource explains stainless‑steel nomenclature and what SS316 composition means for corrosion resistance and mechanical performance. Click here to learn more about what this nomenclature means in terms of stainless steel grade.