The Waters 2998 Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector offers advanced optical detection, providing unprecedented trace impurity detection and quantitation in conjunction with spectral analysis capabilities. For routine analyses, the 2998 PDA Detector is reliable, easy-to-use, and has enhanced software control to provide flexibility for simultaneous 2D and 3D operation.

• Spectral exposure optimization to maximize the signal-to-noise across the entire wavelength range with a single Deuterium lamp
• Independent optimization of sampling rate and time constant provides the ability to tune the detector to each unique separation goal
• Patented TaperSlit™ flow cell ensures high sensitivity while maintaining optimal spectral performance
• Wide, linear dynamic range with constant optical bandpass
• Low noise performance of <10 µAU
• Simultaneous quantification of high- and low-level components within a single chromatographic separation
• Flexible sampling rates for normal and fast LC separations from 1 to 80 Hz
• Definitive compound identification & co-elution detection
• Lamp optimization for the best s/n performance over the lifetime of a Deuterium lamp
• Console software for simple control, monitoring, and diagnostics
• Thermal wander management for maximum baseline stability
• Flow cell options to match your separation scale and type