PAL System Gold Smart Syringe

Introducing the PAL System Gold Smart Syringe

Engineered for reduced surface reactivity and extended mechanical durability

We are redefining the standard for high-throughput mass spectrometry by rethinking the critical interface between sample and instrument. The PAL System Gold Smart Syringe addresses the persistent challenges of analyte adsorption and mechanical wear by replacing the traditional stainless steel plunger with a specialized gold plunger. This engineering choice is simple yet effective, delivering a solution built on four key performance pillars: Extended Lifetime (tested to last up to 3 times longer than standard plungers), Stable Performance for consistent injection volumes, Reduced Maintenance (no hand washing required) to maximize instrument uptime, and Smart Traceability via integrated chip technology for full GLP/GMP compliance.

It is a robust, precise tool with minimal maintenance work designed to quietly ensure the integrity of your most sensitive and routine workflows—from environmental trace analysis to bioanalytical assays. The only requirement for optimal performance is ensuring the syringe is well-primed before use. Learn more about priming your PAL System Syringes.

Key Benefits

 

1. Extended Lifetime & Cost Efficiency: In endurance testing, the gold plunger demonstrated superior durability, offering an operational lifetime >3 times longer than standard stainless steel plungers. This extended longevity is a direct economic advantage: fewer syringes consumed over time means a significantly lower cost per sample for your laboratory.

2. Stable Performance: The inherent properties of the gold plunger support stable performance even when exposed to aggressive organic solvents. Unlike polymers that may swell or degrade, gold maintains its precise geometry. This stability, combined with the material's established inertness, contributes to cleaner baselines and reliable detection in sensitive workflows.

3. Reduced Maintenance: High-throughput labs cannot afford frequent downtime. The robust design of the gold plunger resists wear and deformation, minimizing the need for unscheduled maintenance or troubleshooting. By reducing the frequency of syringe exchanges, you maximize instrument uptime and overall lab efficiency.

4. Smart Traceability: Integrated Chip Technology ensures full traceability and process security. The syringe automatically logs its ID, nominal volume, and usage history (stroke count), preventing configuration errors and supporting strict GLP/GMP compliance.

 

Technical Specifications

Product Name

PAL System Gold Smart Syringe

Part Number

SE10-G-57-2326S-CO

Nominal Volume

10 µl

Plunger Material

Gold

Needle Configuration

Exchangeable, Tapered

Needle Format

Gauge 23S/26S (Tapered), 57 mm length, Conical Point Style (CO)

Compatibility

Compatible with PAL Liquid Syringe Tool D7/57 (For Smart functionality FW 3.n or higher)

Here we show the design of the tapered needle.

The tapered needle design (23S/26S) addresses the common trade-off between mechanical stability and septum integrity in GC automation. By utilizing a wider diameter at the base for structural rigidity and tapering to a finer gauge at the tip, the needle resists bending during movements while reducing the risk of septum coring. Comparative testing between this exchangeable tapered design and other fixed-needle syringes shows no statistical difference in gravimetric volume delivery or injection repeatability (RSD%). This allows for the flexibility of a modular needle system without compromising the analytical precision required for sensitive applications.

 

Application areas

Optimized for high sensitivity and low carryover, this syringe is ideal for:

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