OpenChrom

OpenChrom, in its latest version 0.9.0, is an exceptional open source software designed for chromatography and mass spectrometry. Developed by Philip (eselmeister) Wenig, this program efficiently processes chromatographic and mass spectrometric data. The program, available as openchrom.exe, offers a seamless experience and stands out due to its extensible and flexible plugin approach.

Primarily categorized under Education, with a subcategory of Science Tools, OpenChrom facilitates the import of both binary and textual chromatographic data files, supporting widely-used formats such as *.D chromatograms from Agilent Technologies or NetCDF. Users can easily download it for free across a range of operating systems including Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11, Linux, Solaris, and Mac OS X.

The interface is user-friendly, allowing easy navigation and handling of complex data. Key preprocessing steps such as removing certain mass fragments (e.g., nitrogen or water) through specific filters enhance the data processing efficiency. For those requiring advanced features, the extensible nature of OpenChrom welcomes custom extensions to implement unique methods, algorithms, filters, detectors, or integrators.

Users looking for previous builds can find versions 0.9, 0.8, and 0.7, ensuring compatibility and continuity for various project requirements.

Pros:

• Open source and free** to use
• Versatile support for multiple operating systems
• Comprehensive preprocessing capabilities
• Extensible plugin framework for customized functionalities

Cons:

• May require a learning curve for new users
• Advanced customization might need programming knowledge

Overall, OpenChrom serves as an invaluable tool for professionals in chromatography and mass spectrometry, combining an intuitive interface with powerful data processing capabilities.

It is not possible to confirm if there is a free download for this software available on the developer's website. According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software.

You may want to check out more software, such as PolicyMaker, Solmetric SunEye or CAP 540, which might be similar to OpenChrom.