What's New in ACD/LC Simulator

Version 12 to Version 2012

Ability to exclude some imported experimental methods when creating peak models
Software now includes stop time for isocratic and gradient runs (based on dead and dwell volumes of the column and instrument) to ensure that all peaks will elute
Critical time regions are displayed on the simulated chromatograms to show regions where peaks should not ideally elute (based on user defined values of k’ and maximal run time)
Ability to look at how well the data is modelled by comparing the experimental and calculated peaks—not rectifying a bad model in the beginning will effectively produce poor quality predictions when the user tries to optimize the system
Inclusion of k* for gradient systems (similar to k’ for isocratic systems)
Software now advises the user on the number of experiments required, and automatically adjusts the quadratic function if required
Ability to define strong/weak critical zones on the resolution map without having to navigate through the interface
New suitability limits graph gives users an indication as to the reason why their selection may not be appropriate, e.g., areas within the experimental domain where k’, Rs, or run time are invalid (or exceed the users specifications)
Integration with ACD/Spectrus Processor
New customizable screen forms with undockable windows