GE Healthcare - GE Healthcare BPG 200/270 Axichrom Column

Applications & Use Cases

• Biopharmaceutical manufacturing for purifying therapeutic proteins and other biologics.
• Protein separation and purification in academic and industrial research settings.
• Process-scale chromatography for large-volume sample processing.
• Vaccine production and purification processes.
• Separation of complex mixtures in biotechnology and life sciences.

Typical Specifications

Column Diameter

Typically 200 mm for this model, indicating suitability for preparative and process scale.

Column Length

Commonly 270 mm, providing a substantial bed height for effective separation.

Operating Pressure

Units of this type are designed to withstand pressures suitable for high-performance liquid chromatography, typically up to a few bar.

Materials of Construction

Typically made from biocompatible materials such as borosilicate glass and inert polymers (e.g., PEEK, PTFE) to prevent sample contamination.

Flow Rate

Capable of accommodating a range of flow rates, typically from tens to hundreds of millilitres per minute, depending on the packing material and application.

Temperature Range

Generally designed for operation at ambient temperatures, but some units may support temperature control for specific applications.

Compatibility

Designed for use with a variety of chromatography media, including ion exchange, size exclusion, and affinity resins.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is an Axichrom column?

  Axichrom columns are a range of chromatography columns known for their robust design and efficient packing, ensuring consistent performance in preparative and process-scale purification tasks.

• What does 'BPG' signify in the model name?

• Can this column be used with different types of chromatography media?

• What level of maintenance is typically required for a unit like this?

• Is this unit suitable for GMP environments?