Description
SMART Chromatography™ for Weak Cation Exchange
SMART Chromatography™ CM Boost is a pre-packed ion exchange column containing ZetaCell CM Boost resin—large, cross-linked agarose beads functionalized with a carboxymethyl (CM) weak cation exchange ligand. Designed for SMART Chromatography™, this column enables efficient protein purification directly from non-clarified feedstreams such as cell culture or lysate.
The high-density surface functionalization of the resin provides increased binding capacity and efficient separation under mild conditions. With 250 µm bead size and open interstitial spaces, the column allows unhindered flow of whole cells and debris, eliminating the need for prior clarification and enabling reliable scale-up from R&D to manufacturing.
Performance Highlights
- Average bead diameter: 250 µm
- Functionalized for SMART™ chromatography of cell-containing feeds
- Weak cation exchange via carboxymethyl (CM) ligand
- Compatible with radial flow packed bed systems
- Increased ligand accessibility for enhanced binding capacity
- Stable performance across pH 2–14 (short term), pH 3–12 (long term)
Specifications
- Resin: ZetaCell CM Boost
- Matrix: Highly cross-linked beaded agarose
- Functional group: Carboxymethyl (CM)
- Application: Weak cation exchange chromatography (CEX)
- Column format: SMART Chromatography™ pre-packed
Applications
- Ion exchange purification of acidic proteins and biomolecules
- Direct processing of unclarified cell harvests
- Continuous or perfusion-based bioprocessing workflows
Why Choose SMART Chromatography™ CM Boost?
SMART Chromatography™ CM Boost simplifies downstream workflows by combining clarification and purification into one step. With enhanced binding efficiency and column robustness, it delivers consistent performance even with complex, particulate-rich samples—maximizing productivity and reducing processing time.



