Trap Compatibility & Holder Reference
This reference shows physical cartridge-to-holder compatibility. Chemistry, application suitability, operating limits, and exact product configuration are addressed on the corresponding application, chemistry, and product pages.
Use the tables below to identify the holder that fits your Trap cartridge or configuration. Part numbers are included where they help distinguish exact holder products.
OPTI-TRAP
OPTI-TRAP holder compatibility is configuration-specific. Choose the holder that corresponds to the cartridge size below.
| Cartridge / configuration | Compatible holder | Holder SKU |
|---|---|---|
| Capillary - 0.5 uL | Manual Holder | 10-02-04749 |
| Capillary - 0.5 uL | Capillary Loop Trap Holder | 10-02-04808 |
| Micro - 5 uL | Manual Holder | 10-02-04745 |
| Micro - 5 uL | Micro/Macro Loop Trap Holder | 10-02-04751 |
| Macro - 50 uL | Manual Holder | 10-02-04747 |
| Macro - 50 uL | Micro/Macro Loop Trap Holder | 10-02-04751 |
For cartridge chemistry, sizes, pack options, and purchasing, see OPTI-TRAP Cartridges.
OPTI-LYNX Micro
| Cartridge / configuration | Compatible holder | Holder SKU |
|---|---|---|
| OPTI-LYNX Micro Trap cartridges | Direct Connect Holder | 11-04824-AA |
| OPTI-LYNX Micro Trap cartridges | In-Line Holder | 11-03924-AA |
OPTI-LYNX Micro is a separate family from Original OPTI-LYNX.
Original OPTI-LYNX
| Cartridge / configuration | Compatible holder | Holder SKU |
|---|---|---|
| Original OPTI-LYNX Trap cartridges | In-Line Trap / Filter Holder | 11-02225-AA |
| Original OPTI-LYNX Trap cartridges | Direct-Connect Trap / Pre-Column Filter Holder | 11-02226-AA |
Original OPTI-LYNX remains orderable but is planned for phase-out. OPTI-LYNX Micro is a separate current family.
EXP Trap
| Cartridge / configuration | Compatible holder | Holder SKU |
|---|---|---|
| EXP Trap Column Cartridges | Direct Connect Holder | 15-02-03956 |
| EXP Trap Column Cartridges | Direct Connect Holder with EXP2 TI-LOK Fitting | 15-02-05243 |
| EXP Trap Column Cartridges | In-Line Holder | 15-02-03946 |
| EXP Trap Column Cartridges | All-In-One Direct Connect / In-Line Holder Kit | 15-02-04041 |
Both EXP Direct Connect holder products listed above accept EXP Trap Column Cartridges; they remain separate holder products. For cartridge configuration and purchasing, see EXP Trap Column Cartridges.
EXP2 Stem Trap
| Cartridge / configuration | Compatible holder | Holder SKU |
|---|---|---|
| EXP2 Stem Trap | EXP2 Stem Holder | 15-02-03996 |
EXP2 Stem Trap uses EXP2 Stem Holder 15-02-03996. EXP2 Nano holders listed below are legacy Nano hardware.
Legacy EXP2 Nano Trap
Legacy / discontinued support information: the holder relationships below are retained for customers working with existing EXP2 Nano Trap hardware.
| Legacy trap family | Compatible holder | Holder SKU |
|---|---|---|
| EXP2 Nano Trap | Direct Connect Holder | 15-02-05036 |
| EXP2 Nano Trap | In-Line Holder Kit with 10-32 Threads | 15-02-05107 |
| EXP2 Nano Trap | In-Line Holder Kit with 6-40 Threads | 15-02-05088 |
Unlisted cartridge and holder combinations: Only the pairings listed here should be treated as confirmed fits. If a cartridge/holder combination is not listed, contact Optimize Technologies before ordering; an unlisted pairing is not automatically incompatible.
Related Trap Resources
Physical fit is only one part of selecting a Trap system. Use the resources below for chemistry, application guidance, trapping fundamentals, or current product-family selection.