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Laboratory Hardware • For Parts / Not Working
Waters 2996 Photodiode Array (PDA) DetectorPart # 186000869 • Serial # E02996 158M • Lamp Powers On / Glows • Sold AS-IS
⚠ For Parts or Not Working✔ Powers On (Front LED Lights)✔ UV Deuterium Lamp Glows✔ Intact Flow Cell & Optics
⚠ Condition: For Parts or Not Working • Sold AS-ISThis Waters 2996 PDA Detector powers on and the installed deuterium UV lamp strikes and stays illuminated (as documented in our photos). However, because we do not have the required IEEE-488 communication interface card, controller PC, or Waters Empower / Millennium chromatography software, we cannot test communication, optical calibration, or baseline spectral performance. It is sold strictly AS-IS, for parts, repair, or refurbishment with no returns.
✓ Bench Observations & Verification
- Unit Power: Connects to AC mains; front power rocker switch activates smoothly.
- Status Indicator: Front green status LED turns on upon powering up the chassis.
- Deuterium Lamp Housing: Lamp door was opened to visually verify operation; the lamp strikes and emits a visible purple/UV arc glow.
- Fluidics: Front analytical flow cell block and stainless steel capillary line are physically mounted.
- Cosmetics: Metal cover shows normal cosmetic wear and finish discoloration/yellowing from lab lighting and age.
Unit SpecificationsManufacturerWaters Corporation (Milford, MA, USA)ModelWaters 2996 Photodiode Array (PDA) DetectorModel Code996Part Number (P/N)186000869Serial Number (S/N)E02996 158MInstalled Lamp LabelP/N 57760 (UV Deuterium Lamp)Wavelength Range190 – 800 nm (Nominal operating range)Rear CommunicationsIEEE-488 (GPIB), RS-232, Event In/Out Terminals, Analog OutsElectrical Requirements100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.5 A Max🔧 Parts & RepairIdeal unit for laboratories or technicians needing replacement optical, mechanical, or internal power boards.
💡 Lamp IncludedInstalled UV deuterium lamp (P/N 57760) confirmed to strike and stay illuminated as shown in photos.
📦 Secure PackingPacked in heavy-duty cardboard with dense protective foam padding to protect optical alignment during shipping.
📦 Included Items & Sale TermsIncluded: Waters 2996 PDA Detector (S/N: E02996 158M) with installed deuterium lamp and standard AC power cord. (Does NOT include IEEE-488 communication board/cable, PC workstation, Empower software, or extra HPLC hardware).
Sale Policy: Listed strictly under \'s \"For parts or not working\" category. Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no guarantees of calibration, baseline performance, or software communication.
Waters 2996 Photodiode Array (PDA) Detector • Laboratory & Industrial Equipment Resale • Sold AS-IS
