ACD/Labs

ACD/Labs provIDEs a free web utility called Column Selection (ColSel) that helps analytical chemists choose APPropriate chromatography columns for method development. This tool is part of ACD/Labs' broader suite of software for chemical and phArmaceutical analysis.

What it does

Column Selection assists users in finding columns that match specific separation requirements. It drAWS on a Database of commercial columns and allows filtering by parameters such as stationary phase, dimensions, and particle size. The tool is designed to streamline the early stages of method development by nARRowing down column options quickly.

Key capabilities

• search and filter chromatography columns from multiple vendors.
• Compare columns based on technical specifications like phase type, length, internal diameter, and particle size.
• Access a curated database that may include columns for reversed-phase, nORMal-phase, and other separation modes.
• Use the tool as a Standalone resource without installing additional software.

Who it is for

This tool is intended for analytical chemists, method development scientists, and researchers in pharmaceutical, chemical, and food analysis laboratories. It can be useful for those who need to quickly identify suitable columns for HPLC or UHPLC methods and want a centralized, vendor-neutral starting point.

How to get started

Visit the ACD/Labs website and navigate to the Freeware resources SECtion. The Column Selection tool is accessible directly through a web browser. No account creation is mentioned, but avAIlability and access conditions may vary, so check the site for any updates.

Pricing and access caveat

Column Selection is listed as freeware by ACD/Labs. However, the exACT terms of use, database coveRAGe, and any potential future changes are not detailed here. Users should verify current access and licensing on the official page. The tool's features and database may be updated over time, and some advanced functionality might be liMITed compared to commercial ACD/Labs products.