This unique design completely encloses any LC analytical column up to 25 cm in length. Two lengths of heater jackets are available: the short column holder accommodates columns up to 10 cm in length while the long column holder holds columns up to 25 cm in length. The control module provides optimum heating performance, accuracy to within 1 °C, and stability to within 0.1 °C. The new Sidewinder controller has fast 10 Hz sampling for improved responsiveness. The RS232 control allows external programming.
All Sidewinder temperature control products carry the globally recognized CE mark. Each unit meets the demanding electromagnetic emission standards of the new European Union Directives, United States standards, and Canadian standards.
Power requirements: All Sidewinder heater and heater/cooler units utilize a 24 VDC input to energize the system. This voltage is generated from a universal power supply included with each Sidewinder unit. Also included with each Sidewinder unit is a power cable (also known as a mains cable) for use in the U.S. The power cable supplies current from a wall or bench receptacle to the provided universal 24 VDC universal power supply.
FOR USE OUTSIDE THE U.S.
If the Sidewinder unit is intended for use outside the U.S., a standard outlet plug adaptor must be purchased separately (not available from Restek).
Avoid temperature fluctuations—even small ones. A 1°C change in temperature can increase or decrease retention values by as much as 3%, so even a small temperature change can create problems with data, especially in gradient analyses. If your instrument is located near an air conditioning or heating vent, or other source of moving air, we recommend you isolate your column in a temperature jacket or other insulation.
