3 mm Cuvette with PTFE Stopper, 1 mL, QGS03

Created for laboratory professionals, the QGS03 Cuvette with PTFE stopper is designed to provide superior quality results and maximum performance. This high-quality 3 mm cuvette features a molded 1ml size and a resistant material to organic and corrosive chemicals. There are two polished windows offering a 200 – 2,500 nm spectral range for photometric detection. With a dimension of 45mm x 12.5mm x 5.5 mm and a path length of 3 mm, this cuvette also includes a PTFE stopper cap included. With a chamber volume of 1,050 μL, you can use controlled sample testing to get accurate results in your lab or research setting. Whether measuring small or large sample sizes, the QGS03 Cuvette is an essential tool for advanced sample testing in laboratories around the world.

Why cuvettes with a 3mm path length over 10mm?

Cuvettes with a 3mm path length offer distinct advantages over their 10mm counterparts in certain applications. These cuvettes are designed to reduce the amount of solution required for analysis, allowing for cost savings and the ability to work with smaller samples. Additionally, this shorter path length promotes more precise measurements, making it an ideal choice for applications where accuracy is essential. Finally, cuvettes with a 3mm path length are ideal for experiments that require a wide dynamic range, as they are less prone to saturation than their 10mm counterparts.

• Increased sensitivity: The shorter path length of 3mm cuvettes enhances sensitivity, making them well-suited for samples with low concentrations or weak absorbance characteristics. They deliver improved detection capabilities, ensuring accurate measurements in such scenarios.
• Sample conservation: Smaller pathlengths require smaller sample volumes, which is advantageous when working with limited or precious samples. By reducing the sample volume needed for analysis, 3mm cuvettes help conserve valuable samples, enabling more experiments or minimizing sample waste.
• Expanded dynamic range: The shorter path length of 3mm cuvettes expands the dynamic range of measurement. It allows for better detection and quantification of samples with a wide range of concentrations, ensuring accurate results across different analyte concentrations.
• Efficient analysis: Due to their shorter optical path, 3mm cuvettes facilitate faster analysis compared to 10mm cuvettes. This is particularly beneficial in time-sensitive experiments or when rapid data acquisition is required.
• Instrument compatibility: Some spectrophotometers or analytical instruments are specifically designed to accommodate cuvettes with a 3mm path length. Opting for 3mm cuvettes ensures compatibility and optimal performance with these instruments, reducing the risk of measurement errors or instrument damage.
• Cost-effectiveness: Cuvettes with a 3mm path length generally require less material for manufacturing compared to 10mm cuvettes. This can result in cost savings, particularly when working with large sample sets or conducting high-throughput experiments.

It’s important to note that the choice between 3mm and 10mm cuvettes depends on the specific requirements of your application, including the concentration range of the analyte, sample volume availability, instrument compatibility, and experimental needs. Assessing these factors will help determine the most suitable path length for your analytical objectives.

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Our Fabrication Types Most types of Aireka Scientific quartz cuvettes including customized cells are available with the following 3 types of fabrication standards:

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	*Molded	*Fused	*Bonded / Glued
UV vis ( 190- 2500 nm)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Transmission Matched	Yes	Yes	Yes
Transmission > 80%	Yes	Yes	Yes
Resistant to Acids and Bases (except hydrofluoric acid)	Yes	Yes	No
Resistant to Organic Solvents	Yes	Yes	No
Usable upto 500°C (932°F)	Yes	Yes	No
Usable upto 1200°C (2192°F)	Yes	No	No
0 Variations Reading	On Request	No	No
Fabrication	Molded	Assembled with Quartz Powder	Assembled with Glue
Adhesives	No	No	Yes
Storage	Short Term Storage	Clean After Use	Clean After Use
Available Material	ES Quartz Material
Note	Molded and fused cuvettes and cells are assembled by direct fusion without the use of adhesives throughout the production process. This guarantees resistance against corrosive chemicals and high temperature. Each quartz cuvette and cell has excellent transmission from 190nm to 2500nm.

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UV Quartz Glass Cuvettes Most of our quartz cuvettes are made from ES quartz material, absorption onset occurs below 190 nm and there are no absorption bands situated between 190 nm and 250 nm. Exceptionally high transmittance across the UVB, UVA, visible spectrum, and near IR. The transmission spectra for our UV quartz cells can be seen below. When working in the IR spectra, especially for wavelengths greater than 2000 nm, we recommend IR Quartz Glass Cuvettes instead, as they offer high transmission for these wavelengths.
IR Quartz Glass Cuvettes Made from IR quartz material, absorption onset occurs below 260 nm with exceptionally high transmission across UVB, UVA, visible, near IR, and notably short IR. Transmission drops significantly in the mid-IR, and at 4200 nm there is complete absorption.
Why Aireka Scientific Cuvettes and Cells? Aireka Scientific Co Limited is world-renowned as the producer of premium quartz cuvettes. Over twenty years of experience manufacturing quartz cuvettes ensures that every cuvette is manufactured to the most exacting standards for reproducible results.
Spectrophotometry cuvettes - Most spectrophotometry applications in the visible and UV ranges benefit from Aireka Scientific spectrophotometry cuvettes. Our cuvettes made of ES quartz material deliver precise and reliable readings even at wavelengths as low as 190 nm. The stock cuvettes are compatible with most spectrophotometers and photometers with standard 0.2 - 100 mm path lengths. Fluorimetry cuvettes - Aireka Scientific brings two decades of experience molding high-quality fluorescence cuvettes to new four-sided clear cuvettes for fluorimetry. Available in standard quartz material with ultra-low auto-fluorescence for the highest precision measurements. Protective packaging - Our cuvettes are in dust-free, low scratching-expanded polystyrene packaging. This ensures that premium cuvettes arrive in the laboratory in the same pristine condition they were in at the factory, with optical quality windows and free of contaminants.  Volumes for most purposes - Our cuvettes are available in a variety of ranges from micro to macro semi-micro sizes to respond to the needs of most scientific applications. We can also customize sample volume to deliver consistent, accurate findings. Perform consistently - The Cuvettes are constructed from high-quality fused quartz materials and are grouped by manufacturing mold cavities to ensure the lowest fluctuation in extinction coefficient. Customization - Custom cuvettes and cells are encouraged and available upon request; mechanical drawings with specifications and tolerances are prerequisites. Awesome pricing and flexibility on small quantities.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship to my country? We ship our products worldwide. We ship orders using a tracked courier service as standard (usually FedEx, sometimes DHL) although we are also happy to be flexible if your University or Institution has specific requirements. Other methods are available for a wide variety of countries. Please note that customs restrictions can vary between countries. If you are uncertain about shipment to your country, please contact us for advice.	What if I want to return or cancel my order? We hope you love your order, but if you wish to return any items ordered, please notify us within 21 days of receiving the goods. Please ensure that they are returned as new, undamaged, free of contamination and in the original packaging. Please inspect all orders on arrival to ensure your products are in good condition.
What happens if the item is broken? If an item breaks due to the manufacturer's error then we will replace the cuvette free of charge, with no costs passed on to our customers. Any damage to an item that is not caused by a manufacturer's error is not eligible for a free replacement. This would include items that are mishandled, dropped, scratched, etc.	How do I place an Order? For your convenience, we offer a number of ways of placing an order. Order online through this shop E-mail us your purchase order at sales@airekasci.com If you have custom designs, please contact us.