A Novavac 48 SPE positive pressure manifold (or similar 48-position positive pressure manifold) is a laboratory sample preparation instrument mainly used in analytical chemistry workflows.
Main uses
It is primarily used for:
1. Solid Phase Extraction (SPE)
The manifold applies uniform positive pressure (air or nitrogen) to push solvents through SPE cartridges, ensuring consistent flow across all samples
| No of positions | 48 individually regulated |
| No of positions in each row | 12 cartridges x 4 rows |
| SPE cartridge size | 1 mL , 3 mL |
| Standard with equipment | 1mL, |
| Air supply | Nitrogen or Compressed Air |
| Inlet Pressure | 50 psi |
| Dual Pressure regulators | Two different pressure settings for Extraction and Column Washing/Drying |
| Operation | Pneumatic Operation raises and lowers sample rack |
| Waste collection | Waste Collection Tray included in Standard Equipment |