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X-Pulse is a revolution in the flexibility of benchtop NMR spectroscopy. A unique modular design combines fully tuneable broadband X-nuclei capability, flow chemistry, sample automation, reaction monitoring and variable temperature with superior spectral resolution. X-Pulse provides the widest range of NMR chemical analysis for research, development, quality control and teaching on the bench in your lab.
View Brochure Request PricingBenchtop NMR is a spectroscopic technique that provides structural and quantitative insights into liquid chemical samples. The minimal sample prep and non-invasive, non-destructive nature make it perfect for complementing any existing analysis techniques. Benchtop NMR can easily be brought to the lab, and when coupled with a flow cell and X-Pulse broadband capabilities, provide real time monitoring of many nuclei within a sample. To speed up analysis, X-Pulse can be fitted with a 25 position autosampler allowing ‘hands free’ analysis that reduces time spent in front of the instrument and maximises instrument use.
With a magnetic field of 90 MHz (2.1 T), X-Pulse 90 allows users to separate challenging peak overlaps and positively identify compounds of interest in samples. The increased spectral dispersion means that a peak that is hard to distinguish with a lower magnetic field is now separated and easily identifiable. The increased sensitivity of X-Pulse 90 also enables detection and accurate measurement of molecules with a lower concentration, such as mass limited samples or when dealing with active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). The increased sensitivity and peak separation also enable much faster 2D experiments, even on larger molecules.
True broadband capability gives you the freedom to select the nuclei you need for your experiments, whether ¹H, ¹³C, ³¹P, ⁷Li, ²⁹Si, or something more exotic like ¹²⁹Xe, ¹¹B, or ⁵⁹Co. Just choose the nucleus of interest in the software and adjust the probe to ensure you are operating under the optimum conditions.
Maximising the signal-to-noise ratio for some benchtop NMR experiments can be the difference between success and failure. The exceptional sensitivity of X-Pulse and X-Pulse 90 makes success more achievable. For those nuclei with low receptivity, such as ¹³C or ²⁹Si, ensuring sensitivity is paramount. The ability to tune and match for each specific nuclei allows you to achieve maximum signal-to-noise ratio.
Our acquisition software, SpinFlow, is easy-to-use and suitable for all levels of operators from experts to infrequent users.
- Walk up and collect 1D and 2D NMR data with one click and pre-set experiments
- Set your own parameters and save experiments
- Create and save experiment queues for consistent data acquisition
- Write and execute your own pulse sequences with full control of the whole spectrometer in a Python® - based language
The magnetic field of an X-Pulse benchtop NMR system is produced using a permanent magnet of unique design. There is no need for cryogens to cool the system, significantly reducing running costs and worries of magnets quenching. This unique magnet design delivers extremely high stability, ensuring that your experiments are artefact-free. The benchtop footprint and minimal stray field (2G line within the magnet case) allow X-Pulse to be installed in a wide range of environments without the need for special facilities. You can perform NMR right next to your experiments in your lab, or even next to your process reactor, allowing you to better understand your reaction processes. The large thermal mass of the magnet ensure that whether you are flowing liquids at 10°C or 75°C through your flow cell, you can collect stable artefact-free data. In addition, the optional X-Pulse mobile workstation gives you the ability to easily move the system.
The X-Pulse benchtop NMR spectrometer identifies structure, characterises reaction dynamics and measures physical and chemical properties of molecules, compounds and mixtures. Easily positioned in a lab without needing any liquid cryogens, X-Pulse with its high homogeneity permanent magnet has exceptional temperature stability.
X-Pulse operates with standard 5mm NMR tubes, or our easy-to-use flow cell. The optional X-Auto sample changer maximises throughput and automates data acquisition for up to 25 samples.
New enhanced SpinFlow software makes routine experiments even simpler and adds more flexibility for advanced users.
For coherence selection, selective excitation and water and solvent suppression, comprehensive pulsed field gradients and shaped RF pulses are included as standard.
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Benchtop NMR with X-Pulse is a big part of what we do at Heriot-Watt University. The broadband capability makes it simple to analyse all nuclei of interest within our samples. The new X-Pulse 90 will be transformative to our workflows and capacity, by providing faster results and extra sensitivity hitherto unseen in broadband benchtop NMR
Dr David Ellis, Assistant Professor, Heriot-Watt University, UK
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X-Auto is a 25 position NMR automatic sample changer designed to maximise the efficiency of your benchtop NMR. Save time and maximise throughput by automating data acquisition across many samples and NMR active nuclei.
Work smarter, and more remotely by integrating the X-Auto NMR autosampler with your X-Pulse broadband benchtop NMR system:
X-Pulse 90 is designed for expert and non-expert users alike. The intuitive software interface provides pre-configured experiments as well as the ability to program sequences as standard.
X-Pulse supports proton (1H) and fluorine (19F) and all X nuclei that resonate between silicon (29Si) and phosphorous (31P). In some configurations, low gamma nuclei e.g. 15N can also be supported.
X-Pulse is ideal for reaction monitoring, raw material verification, in-process control, and routine quality checks. It is particularly valuable in environments where rapid, repeated measurements are required to support time-sensitive production or research decisions.
Typical proton NMR spectra can be acquired in one to five minutes, depending on the application and X-Pulse model. Minimal setup between samples supports high throughput, making it well suited for real-time decision-making in QC and process environments.
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Variable Temperature?
Control your sample temperature between 0°C an 65°C with a true gas variable temperature system for heating and cooling. Using a temperature controlled gas source, X-Pulse allows you to control the temperature of your sample in the instrument, both above and below magnet temperature. No requirement to readjust the magnet temperature which can effect base frequency and temperature stability.
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