Nano-Chamber

The Nano-Chamber is a compact, precision-built TLC development system designed specifically for applications that require minimal solvent and small-format TLC plates. Crafted from high-quality borosilicate glass, chemically resistant polymer, or stainless steel, the Nano-Chamber offers exceptional durability, visibility, and efficiency, making it an essential tool for microscale chromatography workflows.

Designed to accommodate mini TLC plates—such as 2.5×7.5 cm or 5×10 cm—the Nano-Chamber significantly reduces solvent use, saving costs and reducing environmental impact. With its tight-sealing lid, the chamber ensures minimal solvent evaporation and delivers uniform solvent vapor saturation across the plate, which is critical for obtaining sharp, reproducible chromatographic separations.

Despite its small size, the chamber provides all the functionality of full-scale TLC tanks. Its transparent walls allow users to monitor the solvent front in real-time, while optional grooves or holders keep plates securely upright during development. The chamber’s portability and low footprint make it ideal for crowded lab benches, fieldwork, or academic environments.

The Nano-Chamber excels in a wide range of scientific and industrial applications. In pharmaceutical R&D, it’s ideal for high-throughput compound screening with minimal resource use. For forensic toxicology, it supports quick screening of trace samples. Environmental labs benefit from its ability to analyze micro-volume extracts for pollutants or residues. In academic labs, the low-cost operation and easy handling make it a preferred choice for student training and chromatography demonstrations.

Reusable and easy to clean, the Nano-Chamber provides long-lasting value. It’s a perfect solution for labs looking to implement TLC methods on a micro-scale without sacrificing reliability or performance.

Features of Nano-Chamber

• Compact Design: Specifically built for small TLC plates

• Material: Borosilicate glass, durable polymer, or stainless steel—chemically resistant and easy to clean

• Low Solvent Requirement: Operates with as little as a few milliliters of mobile phase

• Tight-Fit Lid: Airtight sealing prevents solvent loss and ensures vapor saturation

• Uniform Development: Even solvent front migration ensures sharp, reproducible results

• Clear Construction: Transparent chamber for real-time solvent front observation

• Plate Holders: Optional grooves or slots for stable plate positioning

• Portability: Lightweight and easy to move between workstations

• Reusable: Durable and designed for repeated use in lab environments

Applications of Nano-Chamber

1. Microscale TLC Analysis

   • Perfect for when only a tiny amount of sample or solvent is available.

2. Pharmaceutical Research & Development

   • Early-stage screening and reaction monitoring using micro-samples.

3. Educational Labs

   • Ideal for student labs, practicals, and demonstrations due to low running cost.

4. Environmental Sample Screening

   • Analysis of trace contaminants in limited-volume environmental extracts.

5. Forensic Toxicology

   • Rapid screening of small forensic samples like hair extracts or microfluid samples.

6. Quality Control in Industry

   • On-the-fly purity checks in production or formulation settings using minimal resources.