281 Installing GC ColumnsTo install a capillary column using the installation toolTo install a capillary column using the installation toolMaterials needed: Column cutter (5181-8836)Column installation tool (G1099-20030)Ferrules0.3-mm id, for 0.10-mm id columns (5062-3507)0.4-mm id, for 0.20- and 0.25-mm id columns (5062-3508)0.5-mm id, for 0.32-mm id columns (5062-3506)0.8-mm id, for 0.53-mm id columns (5062-3538)Gloves, cleanlarge (8650-0030)small (8650-0029)Interface column nut (05988-20066)Septum (may be old, used inlet septum)Wrenches, open-end, 1/4-inch × 5/16-inch (8710-0510) – 2 requiredFor optimal sensitivity performance, see To install a capillary column withoutthe installation tool, 26.1 Slide a septum, interface column nut, and conditioned ferrule onto thefree end of the column.The tapered end of the ferrule should point toward the nut.2 Insert the column into the column installation tool.Slide the column through until the end extends past the end of the tool.3 Cut 1 cm off the end of the column (page 20).4 Position the column so that 1 to 2 mm extends past the end of the tool.Hand tighten the nut.5 Slide the septum to touch the end of the nut.The septum will help assure that the position is correct.6 Use two wrenches to tighten the nut 1/4 turn.The column should not slide when tugged gently.7 Remove the column and nut from the installation tool.The total length from the septum to the end of the column is 176 mm.
