Hydrogen Generator Articles

Frequently Asked Questions about Hydrogen Carrier Gas NEW!
Considering switching to hydrogen from helium or nitrogen? In this reprint from his "GC Connections" column, LCGC's John Hinshaw provides in-depth discussion of performance, safety, and cost issues that should factor into your decision.
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Helium supply deflates, gas prices rise quickly
Helium shortages are affecting prices and availability. This article, from Purchasing.com, discusses the impact of helium supply problems on consumers.
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Parker Hydrogen Generators, Is your lab wasting money on bottled gas?
Hydrogen gas generators save operating costs, reduce analysis time, and increase column lifetime. This article demonstrates the significant cost savings offered by hydrogen generators to the practicing chromatographer.
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Using Hydrogen For Gas Chromatography
This article, originally published by Lab Manager Magazine, explores the use of hydrogen as a carrier gas for GC and includes a discussion of safety, convenience, and cost.
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Loctite Saves Almost $20,000 Per Year By Generating Its Own Hydrogen for GC/FIDs
An informative summary of one company's experience switching to on-site hydrogen generation. This article details the transition process as well as the savings and benefits realized by Loctite's Analytical Services group.
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Parker Balston® Hydrogen Generators Fast Facts
Replace inconvenient, costly, hazardous gas cylinders with a safe, reliable Parker Balston® Hydrogen Generator that produces 99.9995% pure hydrogen from deionized water at up to 510cc/minute. This note describes all models available from Restek.
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Comprehensive Chromatogram Library
Peruse our list of applications optimized using hydrogen as a carrier gas.
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