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Ferrules for Agilent GC Systems

Ferrules for Agilent GC Systems

A variety of column ferrules are available to meet your application requirements, including 100% graphite, 100% polyimide, graphite/polyimide, UltiMetal Plus and gold-plated flexible metal ferrules.

Using the wrong ferrule or a worn-out ferrule to seal your column connection can result in inconsistent and unreliable chromatography. An improper ferrule can cause leaks, which allow air and other contaminants to enter the instrument through the column seal, causing major interference with column and detector performance.  The ideal ferrule provides a leak-free seal, accommodates various column outer diameters, seals with minimum torque, withstands temperature cycling, and does not stick to the column or fittings.  For optimum performance, ferrules should be replaced every time the column is replaced and when performing column maintenance.

Agilent UltiMetal Plus and gold-plated Flexible Metal ferrules are composed of stainless steel and coated to ensure complete inertness. Their unique mechanical design ensures a tight-leak free connection.  Each sized Flexible Metal ferrule is uniquely designed to prevent inventory mix ups, and to help you find the ferrule you need quickly.

With the novel design of our proprietary Flexible Metal ferrule, you can confidently make leak free column connections. For inert inlet and detector connections, Agilent recommends using our UltiMetal Plus coated ferrules. While our gold-plated ferrules ensure a tight, leak-free connection with your capillary flow technology (CFT) devices. Thanks to the soft, forming nature of gold, these ferrules prevent microleaks caused by scratches and striations in a used CFT device. These top notch metal ferrules fix the problems of column breakage, leaky connections and damaged fittings experienced with other metal ferrules, while providing key benefits – ease of use and inertness!

Part Number Short Description ID Type Material Pack Size Price Qty
5062-3518 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.3mm ID for 0.1mm Column, 10pk 0.3 mm Graphite/Polyimide 10
£65.00
5062-3516 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.025-0.075mm Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Short Graphite/Polyimide 10
£65.00
5181-3323 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.1-0.25 Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Short Graphite/Polyimide 10
£69.00
5062-3514 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm Short Graphite/Polyimide 10
£65.00
5062-3512 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.45-0.53mm Column, 10pk 0.8 mm Short Graphite/Polyimide 10
£67.00
5181-3388 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 2 Hole, 0.3mm ID for 0.1mm Column, 10pk 0.3 mm 2 Hole Graphite/Polyimide 10
£113.00
5062-3580 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 2 Hole, 0.4mm ID for 0.25 column, 10pk 0.4 mm 2 Hole Graphite/Polyimide 10
£101.00
5062-3581 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, 2 Hole, 0.5mm for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm 2 Hole Graphite/Polyimide 10
£101.00
5190-4054 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Ferrule, No Hole, 10pk No Hole Graphite/Polyimide 10
£34.00
5062-3507 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Pre-conditioned Long Ferrule, 0.3mm ID for 0.1 Column 10pk 0.3 mm Pre-conditioned Long Graphite/Polyimide 10
£77.00
5062-3508 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Pre-conditioned Long Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.25mm Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Pre-conditioned Long Graphite/Polyimide 10
£78.00
5062-3538 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Pre-conditioned Long Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.53mm Column, 10pk 0.8 mm Pre-conditioned Long Graphite/Polyimide 10
£61.00
5181-3308 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Preconditioned Long Ferrule, No Hole, 10pk Pre-conditioned Long Graphite/Polyimide 10
£61.00
0100-1344 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Reducing Ferrule, 1/8 to 1/16in, 10pk Reducing Graphite/Polyimide 10
£65.00
0100-1332 15% Graphite/85% Polyimide Straight Ferrule, 1/8in, 10pk Straight Graphite/Polyimide 10
£65.00
CR213165 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Ferrule, 1/16in OD x 0.5mm ID for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm Graphite/Polyimide 10
£98.00
500-1004 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.25mm Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Graphite/Polyimide 10
£44.00
500-1005 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm Graphite/Polyimide 10
£45.00
500-1008 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.45-0.53mm Column, 10pk 0.8 mm Graphite/Polyimide 10
£52.00
CR213164 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Ferrule, 1/16in OD x 0.425mm ID for 0.25mm Column, 10pk 0.425 mm Graphite/Polyimide 10
£98.00
CR2131XX 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Ferrule, Blank, No Hole, 1/16in OD, 10pk No Hole Graphite/Polyimide 10
£90.00
0100-1381 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Reducing Ferrule, 1/16in to 0.4mm, 10pk 0.4 mm Reducing Graphite/Polyimide 10
£53.00
0100-1379 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Straight Ferrule, 1/16in, 10pk Straight Graphite/Polyimide 10
£53.00
CR213200 40% Graphite/60% Polyimide Straight Ferrule, 1/8in OD, 10pk Straight Graphite/Polyimide 10
£112.00
G2855-28502 Gold-plate Flexible Metal Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm CFT Gold Plated 10
£88.00
G2855-28501 Gold-plated Flexible Metal Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.1-0.25mm Column, 10pk 0.4 mm CFT Gold Plated 10
£88.00
G2855-28503 Gold-plated Flexible Metal Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.53mm Column, 10pk 0.8 mm CFT Gold Plated 10
£88.00
G2855-28505 Gold-plated Flexible Metal Ferrule, for 0.25 and 0.32mm UltiMetal Tubing, 10pk CFT Gold Plated 10
£88.00
G2855-28506 Gold-plated Flexible Metal Ferrule, for 0.53mm UltiMetal Tubing, 10pk CFT Gold Plated 10
£88.00
500-2114 Graphite Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.025-0.25mm Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Short Graphite 10
£40.00
5080-8853 Graphite Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm Short Graphite 10
£59.00
500-2118 Graphite Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.45-0.53mm Column, 10pk 0.8 mm Short Graphite 10
£40.00
5080-8773 Graphite Ferrule, 1mm ID for 0.53mm Column, 10pk 1 mm Graphite 10
£47.00
CR2111XX Graphite Ferrule, Blank, No Hole, 1/16in OD, 10pk No Hole Graphite 10
£68.00
CR211200 Graphite Ferrule, Straight, 1/8in OD, 10pk Straight Graphite 10
£68.00
0100-1326 Graphite Straight Ferrule 1/16in, 10pk Straight Graphite 10
£41.00
0100-1324 Graphite Straight Ferrule, 1/4in, 10pk Straight Graphite 10
£41.00
0100-1325 Graphite Straight Ferrule, 1/8in, 10pk Straight Graphite 10
£41.00
CP4784 Graphite/Polyimide Ferrule, 0.53mm x 0.53mm with CP4780 Single Ferrule Column Connector, 1pk 0.8 mm Graphite/Polyimide 1
£65.00
G3188-27501 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.1-0.25mm Column, 10pk 0.4 mm UltiMetal 10
£74.00
G3188-27505 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.25mm and 0.32mm for UltiMetal Column Tubing, 10pk UltiMetal 10
£74.00
G3188-27502 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.32mm Column, 10pk 0.5 mm UltiMetal 10
£74.00
G3188-27506 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.25mm and 0.32mm for UltiMetal Column Tubing, 10pk UltiMetal 10
£74.00
G3188-27503 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.45-0.53mm Column, 10pk 0.8 mm UltiMetal 10
£74.00
G3188-27504 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Ferrule, No Hole, 10pk No Hole UltiMetal 10
£74.00
5062-3515 Vespel Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.025-0.05 and 0.075 Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Short Polyimide 10
£65.00
5181-3322 Vespel Ferrule, 0.4mm ID for 0.1-0.25 Column, 10pk 0.4 mm Short Polyimide 10
£70.00
5062-3513 Vespel Ferrule, 0.5mm ID for 0.32 Column, 10pk 0.5 mm Short Polyimide 10
£65.00
5062-3511 Vespel Ferrule, 0.8mm ID for 0.45 and 0.53 Column, 10pk 0.8 mm Short Polyimide 10
£65.00
CR2121XX Vespel Ferrule, Blank, No Hole, 1/16in OD, 10pk No Hole Polyimide 10
£90.00
0100-1342 Vespel Reducing Ferrule 1/8 to 1/16in, 10pk Reducing Polyimide 10
£68.00

Graphite, Polyimide and Graphite/Polyimide Ferrules

  • Standard fitting for Agilent GC inlet and detectors (FID, NPD, ECD) column connections use short ferrules and the Universal nut
  • Pre-conditioned graphite/vespel ferrules are recommended with MSD Interface nut
  • FactorFour, CP and VF brand columns made prior to 2013 have a larger od and require a 0.5 mm ferrule for 0.1-0.25mm columns. The column test chromatogram confirms the ferrule size needed.

UltiMetal Plus and Gold-plated Flexible Metal Ferrules

  • Novel design stainless steel ferrule with reduced mass and stiffness giving flexibility to gently compress around column, reducing both column breakage and damage to the fitting common with other metal ferrules
  • Tighter ID tolerances accommodates a wider range of column tubing, reducing scrap and allowing consistent seals
  • Wide opening and new dial pack design allows touchless installation as column is threaded through ferrule easily
  • UltiMetal Plus deactivation provides inert surface for analysis of active analytes at trace levels
  • Gold-plated ferrules are designed for Capillary Flow Technology devices - recommended for CFT backflush, effluent splitting, retention gap connections,? GC by GC, Dean switch, or LTM column connections
  • Visual distinction - physically unique design for each part number within the family prevents inventory mix-ups, increasing confidence
  • A set of ferrules with hole sizes to accommodate all Agilent capillary columns, including UltiMetal columns, plus a no hole, or plug ferrule to address all application needs

Ferrule Selection Recommendations

Ferrule Type Upper Temp Limit Usages Advantages Limitations

Graphite

(100%)

450 °C
  • General purpose for capillary columns
  • Suitable for FID and NPD
  • Recommended for high temperature and cool on-column applications
  • Easy-to-use stable seal
  • Higher temperature limit
  • Can be removed easily
  • Not for MS or oxygen-sensitive detectors
  • Soft, easily deformed or destroyed
  • Possible system contamination

Graphite/Polyimide

(15%/85% or 40%/60%)

350 °C
  • General purpose for capillary columns
  • Recommended for MS and oxygen-sensitive detectors
  • Most reliable leak-free connection
  • Mechanically robust
  • Long lifetime
  • Not reusable
  • Flows at elevated temperature
  • Must re-tighten frequently

Polyimide

(100%)

280 °C
  • Isothermal operation
  • Can be reused or removed easily
  • Excellent sealing material when making metal or glass connections
  • Mechanically robust
  • Long lifetime
  • Can be reused or removed easily
  • Leaks after temperature cycle
  • Flows at elevated temperature
  • Must re-tighten frequently

UltiMetal Plus Flexible Metal 

450 °C
  • Compatible with Agilent inlet and detector fittings
  • Suitable with MS interface using the swaging nut G2855-20555
  • Inert surface
  • Robust seal
  • Pre-swaged for precise height into fitting
  • Overtightening of stainless steel nut can damage fitting

Gold-plate Flexible Metal

  • Recommended for CFT backflush, effluent splitting, retention gap connections,? GC by GC, Dean switch, or LTM column connections
  • Increased softness to avoid O2 leakage via microscratches while providing inert connections
  • No retightening required
  • Long-term connections at high temperatures
  • Only for use with CFT devices
Agilent GC Columns & Supplies Brochure (55.19 MB)

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GC Inlet Resource Guide (1.38 MB)

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Gold-plated Ferrules Flyer (240.69 kB)

Make inert, leak-free connections between GC columns and Capillary Flow Technology (CFT) devices

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