Thin Layer Chromatography Kit
Product Specification Sheet
Thin Layer Chromatography Kit
Model Number: MTC-01
The Thin Layer Chromatography Kit from Micro Technologies is a complete laboratory setup designed for the separation, identification and analysis of components in mixtures using the TLC technique. The kit includes an applicator, drawing board, developing chamber, spotting jig, silica gel, micropipettes, glass plates and other essential accessories required for routine thin layer chromatography work.
Product Specification
The Thin Layer Chromatography Kit, commonly known as a TLC Kit, provides the essential equipment and accessories required to perform thin layer chromatography in analytical, pharmaceutical, chemical, research and academic laboratories.
Thin layer chromatography is a widely used analytical separation technique in which sample components move at different rates over a thin stationary layer under the influence of a suitable mobile phase.
The kit is supplied with an aluminium or brass applicator, depending on the selected configuration. The applicator allows the preparation of thin layers with adjustable thickness from approximately 1 mm to 2 mm.
A thin layer drawing board is included to support convenient preparation of TLC plates. The supplied developing chamber provides an enclosed environment for chromatographic development.
A spotting jig assists with accurate and organized application of samples onto prepared plates. The kit also includes silica gel, commonly used as a stationary phase for TLC procedures.
Additional accessories include micropipettes, six glass plates, a glass sprayer with bulb, and related components required for routine TLC procedures.
Key Features
- Complete Thin Layer Chromatography kit
- Suitable for TLC analysis
- Aluminium applicator option
- Brass applicator option
- Adjustable layer thickness
- Approx. 1 mm to 2 mm layer adjustment
- Thin layer drawing board
- Drawing rack
- Developing chamber
- Spotting jig
- Silica gel supplied
- Micropipettes included
- Six glass plates included
- Glass sprayer with bulb
- Suitable for analytical laboratories
Kit Components
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| TLC Applicator | Aluminium or Brass |
| Layer Thickness | Adjustable, Approx. 1–2 mm |
| Thin Layer Drawing Board | Included |
| Drawing Rack | Included |
| Developing Chamber | Included |
| Spotting Jig | Included |
| Silica Gel | Included |
| Micropipettes | Included |
| Glass Plates | 6 Nos. |
| Glass Sprayer | Included |
| Sprayer Bulb | Included |
Available Configurations
TLC Kit with Aluminium Applicator
This configuration is supplied complete with an aluminium applicator along with the required TLC preparation, development and sample application accessories.
TLC Kit with Brass Applicator
This configuration includes a brass applicator along with the complete set of supporting TLC accessories.
Working Principle
Stationary Phase Preparation
A thin layer of suitable adsorbent material, such as silica gel, is applied to a glass plate using the applicator.
Sample Spotting
A small quantity of sample solution is applied at a defined position on the prepared plate using suitable micropipettes and the spotting arrangement.
Chromatographic Development
The plate is placed inside the developing chamber containing a suitable mobile phase. The solvent travels through the stationary phase by capillary action.
Component Separation
Different sample components migrate at different rates depending on their interaction with the stationary and mobile phases, resulting in separation.
Visualization & Analysis
After development, separated components can be visualized using an appropriate detection method. Migration distances can then be evaluated for qualitative or comparative analysis.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Thin Layer Chromatography Kit |
| Short Name | TLC Kit |
| Technique | Thin Layer Chromatography |
| Applicator Material | Aluminium / Brass |
| Layer Adjustment | Approx. 1–2 mm |
| Developing Chamber | Included |
| Drawing Board | Included |
| Drawing Rack | Included |
| Spotting Jig | Included |
| Stationary Phase Material | Silica Gel |
| Micropipettes | Included |
| Glass Plates | 6 Nos. |
| Glass Sprayer with Bulb | Included |
| Application | Separation & Analytical Testing |
Benefits
- Complete setup for TLC procedures
- Multiple essential accessories included
- Choice of aluminium or brass applicator
- Adjustable thin-layer preparation
- Convenient sample spotting
- Suitable for mixture separation
- Useful for qualitative analysis
- Supports compound identification
- Suitable for routine laboratory testing
- Convenient for teaching and research
- Reusable laboratory components
- Suitable for pharmaceutical analysis
Scope of Application
- Compound Separation
- Qualitative Analysis
- Mixture Analysis
- Sample Identification
- Purity Evaluation
- Pharmaceutical Analysis
- Chemical Analysis
- Food Testing
- Research Experiments
- Laboratory Demonstrations
- Analytical Chemistry
- Quality Control
Applications
- Pharmaceutical Laboratories
- Analytical Laboratories
- Chemical Laboratories
- Research Laboratories
- Quality Control Laboratories
- Food Testing Laboratories
- Universities
- Colleges
- Research Institutes
- Pharmaceutical Industries
- Chemical Industries
- Research & Development Centers
Items Supplied
- TLC Applicator
- Thin Layer Drawing Board
- Drawing Rack
- Developing Chamber
- Spotting Jig
- Silica Gel
- Micropipettes
- Six Glass Plates
- Glass Sprayer
- Sprayer Bulb
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Thin Layer Chromatography Kit?
A Thin Layer Chromatography Kit is a collection of laboratory equipment and accessories used to prepare, develop and analyze TLC plates for separating components present in suitable mixtures.
What applicator options are available?
The kit is available with either an aluminium applicator or brass applicator.
What is the adjustable layer thickness?
The supplied applicator is specified for adjustment from approximately 1 mm to 2 mm.
How many glass plates are included?
The kit includes six glass plates.
Is a developing chamber included?
Yes. A suitable TLC developing chamber is included with the kit.
Does the kit include silica gel?
Yes. Silica gel is supplied as part of the kit for suitable TLC plate preparation.
Are micropipettes supplied?
Yes. Micropipettes are included for controlled sample application during TLC procedures.
What is the purpose of the spotting jig?
The spotting jig helps position sample spots in an organized and consistent manner on the TLC plate.
Can the kit be used in pharmaceutical laboratories?
Yes. TLC is commonly used for suitable pharmaceutical analysis, identification, purity evaluation and quality-control applications.
Can this kit be used for research work?
Yes. It is suitable for analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical research, chemical analysis, quality control and other research applications.
Why Choose Micro Technologies?
- Complete TLC laboratory kit
- Aluminium and brass applicator options
- Adjustable layer preparation
- Developing chamber included
- Spotting accessories included
- Six glass plates supplied
- Silica gel and micropipettes included
- Suitable for analytical laboratories
- Useful for pharmaceutical testing
- Research and quality-control applications
- Institutional and bulk supply
- Technical assistance
Call to Action
Choose the Thin Layer Chromatography Kit from Micro Technologies for convenient TLC plate preparation, chromatographic separation and laboratory analysis. Contact us for aluminium or brass applicator configurations, detailed specifications, accessories, customization, institutional procurement and bulk orders.
