Waters ACQUITY Arc

This Waters ACQUITY Arc is a used liquid chromatography system engineered to bridge the gap between traditional HPLC and modern UPLC methods on a single flexible platform. It allows laboratories to run existing HPLC methods without modification while also providing the option to scale up to UPLC performance when faster, higher resolution separations are needed. This dual capability makes it a practical choice for laboratories managing a mixed portfolio of legacy and newly developed analytical methods. The Arc system features a quaternary solvent manager and precise sample handling that supports both large and small particle columns, giving analysts freedom to select the separation approach best suited to each assay. It works with a full range of Waters detectors, from UV and PDA to mass spectrometry, and operates under Empower software for straightforward integration into existing laboratory workflows. Its design emphasizes method transfer reliability, which is particularly valuable for laboratories that must move methods between multiple LC platforms. This pre-owned ACQUITY Arc offers laboratories a cost effective route to modern LC versatility without needing to maintain separate systems for HPLC and UPLC work. It suits pharmaceutical, contract, and quality control laboratories that value flexibility and consistent method performance across a wide range of applications. Buyers should plan for standard installation qualification and system suitability verification prior to placing the unit into routine service.