VF-1701

VF-1701 Column

Agilent VF-1701 Pesticides GC Columns

The Agilent J&W VF-1701 Pesticides column is a mid-polarity, ultra-low bleed GC column engineered specifically for high-confidence analysis of trace-level pesticide residues. Its 14% cyanopropyl phenyl–86% dimethylpolysiloxane composition provides enhanced selectivity for structurally similar chlorinated, organophosphate, and carbamate pesticides, making it exceptionally well-suited for regulatory and multi-residue workflows.

Combining high inertness with excellent thermal stability, VF-1701 Pesticides delivers strong performance in both Electron Capture Detection (ECD) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) applications. This optimized phase chemistry reduces analyte breakdown, minimizes active-site interactions, and produces sharper peaks with improved reproducibility—essential for accurate quantitation at low-level concentrations.

To guarantee consistent analytical performance, every VF-1701 Pesticides column undergoes Agilent’s rigorous QC testing process, including verification with demanding compounds such as endrin and aldrin. These tests confirm inertness, retention time stability, and low bleed behavior, ensuring each column meets the stringent requirements of pesticide residue laboratories.

As an authorized distributor of Agilent GC columns, Chrom Tech offers VF-1701 Pesticides as a reliable, high-selectivity solution for laboratories performing routine screening, trace detection, or compliance-driven pesticide analysis.
Key Definitions â–¸
VF-1701 Pesticides
A mid-polarity GC column with enhanced selectivity for chlorinated, organophosphate, and carbamate pesticides. VF-1701 Pesticides provides ultra-low bleed and high inertness for sensitive ECD and MS detection workflows.
Mid-Polarity Phase (14% Cyanopropyl Phenyl)
A stationary phase containing 14% cyanopropyl phenyl and 86% dimethylpolysiloxane. This composition increases polarity enough to resolve structurally similar pesticide compounds that cannot be adequately separated on nonpolar phases.
ECD and MS Compatibility
VF-1701 Pesticides is optimized for both Electron Capture Detection (ECD) and Mass Spectrometry (MS), offering low bleed and strong inertness required for sensitive pesticide quantitation using either detection technique.
Frequently Asked Questions â–¸
What types of pesticide compounds benefit most from VF-1701 Pesticides?
VF-1701 Pesticides excels at separating structurally similar chlorinated, organophosphate, and carbamate pesticides. Its mid-polarity phase improves resolution for analytes that co-elute on nonpolar columns.
Is VF-1701 Pesticides suitable for both ECD and MS detection?
Yes. Its ultra-low bleed and high inertness support sensitive pesticide analysis using Electron Capture Detection (ECD) or Mass Spectrometry (MS), providing reliable performance for trace-level quantitation in regulatory workflows.
Why does Agilent test each VF-1701 Pesticides column with endrin and aldrin?
Endrin and aldrin are highly sensitive analytes used as indicators of column inertness and thermal stability. Testing each column ensures the VF-1701 Pesticides phase meets strict performance standards for consistent, reproducible pesticide residue analysis.