Hi Anjaneyulu,
Here's another consideration for your cost analysis. In years past the charging
rods came as part of a magnet purchase. If you have them, then it's technically
possible to deenergize in-house even with limited experience, though having it
certainly helps. Preparing for transport is an additional matter, but my
impression is you've no need to move it into storage.
We brought down an old Spectrospin 400 magnet last summer. The procedure is
actually fairly straightforward. However, if things go poorly the magnet
might never return to field. Question is how much risk you're willing to take
on to potentially save on a technician visit. Our magnet was fated for auction
and (probably) scrap metal, so the downsides were nil. I think most would
recommend bringing in an experienced professional as added security for
the eventual recharge. Regardless, you should definitely consult with an
engineer about the specific magnet's finer details before making the decision.
Kind regards,
Luke
Luke Fulton, PhD
CHEM BLDG R003
NMR Core Facility Director
Unit 3060
COR2E & Department of Chemistry
55 N Eagleville Road
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT 06279
email: fko24003_at_uconn.edu
(alias): luke.fulton_at_uconn.edu
mobile: (603) 953-5275
Office: (860) 486-4069
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> Subject: [AMMRL] Approximate cost estimation to bring down Bruker 300 or 600 MHz NMR temporarily
Hello NMR community,
Due to budget constrains, we are exploring the options of temporary shutdown
of our Bruker 300 or 600 MHz nmr. Could you please share the contact information
of vendors to get a price quote to De-energize Bruker 300 or 600 nmrs. What
will be the typical cost to Decommission and Recommission after few years
for these Magnets.
Is benchtop nmrs good enough for academic labs involving experiments with
multi-nuclei(1H, 2H, 13C and 31P) and what are the practical drawbacks
associated with benchtop nmrs. What is the cost for the benchtop nmr (80 MHz)
and any maintenance costs associated with the benchtop.
Thank you.
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