The Milli-Q® Advantage A10 system from Millipore (Merck) is an advanced water purification platform designed to deliver Type I ultrapure water (18.2 MΩ·cm) directly at the point of use. With a two-stage purification process (Elix® pretreatment + Milli-Q® polishing cartridge), real-time monitoring, and the ergonomic Q-POD® dispenser, the A10 provides consistent, reliable water quality for sensitive analytical applications such as HPLC, LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, TOC analysis, cell culture, molecular biology, and spectroscopy.
The Q-POD® module offers precise flow control, programmable dispensing volumes, and easy access to water quality data. Built-in continuous TOC monitoring ensures water quality remains compliant with the most demanding laboratory needs.
Key Features
- Produces Type I ultrapure water (resistivity 18.2 MΩ·cm, TOC < 5 ppb)
- Dual purification: Elix® electrodeionization + Milli-Q® polishing
- Real-time A10 TOC monitor for continuous organic contamination control
- Q-POD® dispenser with volumetric dispensing and ergonomic touch controls
- Consistent water quality for chromatography, mass spectrometry, molecular biology, and spectroscopy
- Modular design allows remote dispenser placement
- On-screen diagnostics and maintenance guidance
- High-quality 0.22 μm final filter for point-of-use sterility
- Quiet operation and low energy consumption
Typical Technical Specifications
- Water Quality: Type I ultrapure water
- Resistivity: 18.2 MΩ·cm at 25 °C
- TOC: typically < 5 ppb
- Dispensing: Q-POD® with programmable volumes and adjustable flow
- Production Rate: ~10–15 L/hr (depending on feed water and cartridges)
- Display: Touchscreen interface with quality & TOC monitoring
- Final Filtration: 0.22 μm POD-Pak or Biopak (optional)
- Dimensions (main unit): approx. 33 × 36 × 49 cm
- Electrical: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
