Keysight / Agilent / HP 3396 Series III Integrator

The Keysight/Agilent/HP 3396 Series III Integrator is a laboratory data handling and instrument control system for Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) applications. It has automated data analysis, peak integration, and calibration management with built-in BASIC language for custom programming. The unit accepts analog voltage inputs from non-INET instruments and digital data from INET-compatible chromatography systems, processing signals at 20 slices per second (0.05 second slice width). Memory expansion capabilities and sequence chaining enable multi-method workflows across Agilent and third-party instruments.

Technical Specifications

Memory: 256 kbytes internal storage; two expansion card slots; power-failure protected

Data Sampling: 0.05 second slice width (20 slices/second) for analog input conversion

Connectivity: RS-232 communications port; supports INET instrument set point storage

Power Requirements: 115 V or 230 V ac (±15% to −22%); 48–66 Hz; 50 VA maximum

Operating Environment: 5°C to 40°C; up to 2000 m altitude; 10–90% relative humidity (non-condensing); corrosive-chemical-free atmosphere; indoor use only

Physical Footprint: 46 cm width × 46 cm depth; requires 46 cm clearance above unit

Safety Classification: IEC Class 1

Key Features

Automated baseline drawing and post-run reintegration

Point-Point, Linear, and Non-Linear calibration curve analysis

Peak recognition and multi-level calibration support

Automatic file naming and sequence chaining with NEXT SEQUENCE function

Chromatogram replotting and baseline redrawing capabilities

Compatible with HP 6890 GC programming; leverages instrument set point storage for INET devices

Supports non-INET samplers and Remote Start/Stop (RSS) configurations

Typical Applications

GC and HPLC data acquisition and processing

Multi-sample batch analysis with automated reporting

Custom method development via embedded BASIC

Reintegration of archived chromatograms with alternate parameters

Compatibility & Integration Operates with Agilent instruments (e.g., HP 5890 GC, HP 6890 GC) and non-Agilent chromatography systems. Accepts analog voltage input and digital data streams from INET instruments. Data file management supports sequence storage and post-run method assignment across chained runs.