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In both academic polymer research and industrial polymer production, it is crucial to regulate the molecular weight of polymers. This necessity arises from the fact that the macroscopic properties of polymers are predominantly dictated by their molecular structure and chain length. Therefore, understanding the molecular weight itself becomes imperative. While size-exclusion chromatography (SEC) is frequently …

Molecular weight determination of silicone oils via 29Si on Spinsolve NMR systems Read More »

Introduction In a recent blog post, we demonstrated that coupling a Spinsolve benchtop NMR spectrometer to a continuous flow reactor can dramatically accelerate the optimization of the reaction parameters. Benchtop NMR spectroscopy provides online access to quantify the reaction conversion in real time as the reaction parameters are adjusted. The example chosen to test the …

Optimizing a two-step hydrogenation reaction in a flow reactor using a Spinsolve Benchtop NMR Read More »

Detecting residual solvents in pharmaceutical processes is crucial for pharmacopeial purposes. First, it ensures product quality by confirming that harmful or unwanted solvents are removed or below risk levels, preventing potential health hazards. Second, regulatory compliance often mandates limits on residual solvents to ensure product safety. Additionally, understanding and controlling solvent levels contribute to process …

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Molecular weight plays a critical role defining the physical properties of a polymer, like mechanical strength, degradation rate, and solubility. The two methods most commonly used method for determining molecular weight are size exclusion chromatography (SEC) and end group analysis, which are frequently employed to measure the number-averaged molecular weight (Mn) of a polymer. However, …

Determining the molecular weight of polymers by Pulsed Field Gradient NMR on a Spinsolve 80 MHz Read More »

Deuterium NMR serves various chemical applications, enabling the tracing of reaction pathways and a deeper comprehension of their underlying mechanisms [1]. It also plays a crucial role in exploring biochemical to study metabolic pathways [2,3]. To achieve these goals, Deuterium labeling is employed to mark specific positions within molecules, significantly enhancing sensitivity. In one of …

Detecting deuterium at natural abundance with Spinsolve benchtop NMR spectrometer Read More »

Introduction   The synergy between continuous flow reactors and benchtop Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy has attracted significant attention in recent years due to its transformative impact on chemical synthesis and analysis. Continuous flow reactors offer distinct advantages, including precise control over reaction parameters, enhanced safety, and improved reaction efficiency. Conversely, benchtop NMR spectroscopy provides …

Coupling a Spinsolve® NMR spectrometer to an H-Cube® Pro flow reactor for fast reaction optimization Read More »