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Altex Dual Wavelength Optical Unit

  • 1978 – 1990

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High performance liquid chromatography analyzes the components of a sample by pumping a solution through a column containing an adsorbent material, which separates and interacts distinctly with the components. The flow rate is measured as the various components exit the column.

Beckman acquired HPLC manufacturer Altex Scientific, Inc. in 1978.

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  • 10 in. W x 8 in. L
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  • (verso) "Photograph by Ken Maas. Photo Media Productions. 830 Isabella Street. Oakland, CA 94607. (415) 832-6770. Neg. # 465-19."
  • (verso) "optical unit"
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  • Courtesy of Science History Institute

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  • Series X. Photographic Materials
  • Sub-series 3. Photo Albums
Physical container
  • Box 83

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Maas, Ken. “Altex Dual Wavelength Optical Unit,” 1978–1990. Beckman Historical Collection, Box 83. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/xs55mc18j.

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