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## Theoretical Plate Number

The plate count N measures column efficiency. Higher N means sharper peaks and better separation potential.

### Formula

**N = 16 × (tR / w)²**

**HETP = L / N**

where w is the peak width at the base (4-sigma). Modern HPLC columns typically give N = 10,000-20,000 per 25 cm column. UHPLC with sub-2-um particles can achieve 30,000+ plates.

Exemple Résolu

A peak at 10 min with 0.25 min base width on a 25 cm column.

  1. N = 16 × (10 / 0.25)² = 16 × 40² = 16 × 1600 = 25,600 plates
  2. HETP = 25 / 25600 = 0.000977 cm = 9.8 um