About this item
PIPES sesquisodium salt, also known as PIPES Na₃, is a chemical compound that has significant applications in the life science marketplace. PIPES stands for piperazine-N,N'-bis(2-ethanesulfonic acid), and the sesquisodium salt refers to the trisodium salt form of PIPES.
It is primarily utilized as a buffering agent. Buffers are substances that help maintain a stable pH in biological and biochemical processes, ensuring optimal conditions for various enzymatic reactions and cellular activities.
PIPES sesquisodium salt is particularly valuable in biological research, molecular biology, and cell culture applications. It offers excellent buffering capacity in the physiological pH range (6.1 - 7.5), making it suitable for a wide range of experimental conditions.
The compound is often employed in cell culture media, protein purification processes, and various molecular biology techniques like gel electrophoresis and PCR (polymerase chain reaction).
Additionally, PIPES sesquisodium salt is known for its low UV absorbance, making it advantageous for spectroscopic measurements and assays where interference from other compounds must be minimized.
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Specifications
- CAS No.:100037-69-2
- Molecular Weight:335.34
- Storage Temperature:RT
- Molecular Formula:C₈H₁₆.₅N₂Na₁.₅O₆S₂
- Appearance:Fine white crystalline powder