packed column care

[mblack]

Forgive my repeated questions and ignorance on this topic, I'm new to packed columns. While working on a GC with overtightened Porapak Q columns, one of them received a bend at the end. Will this have any negative consequences on the chromatography?

Thanks,
Matt

[chromatographer1]

It depends upon the extent of the 'bend' to which you refer. Porous polymer column are quite rugged and only a 'crimp', not a bend, should affect the chromatography.

best wishes,

Rod

[mblack]

Thanks Rod. Fortunately it is only a slight bend.
Matt