Why aren\'t all detectors suitable for gradient elution methods in HPLC? You should include an example of a detection system that works with it, and one that does not, but also give reason for their success/failure as a gradient elution detector. Solution The gradient elution methods used for heavy molecular weight component move faster in mobile phase of HPLC/Chromatography, and least molecular weight component move slower in elucidation of chromatography. The detection in HPLC due to absorbance, In HPLC UV detector and refractive index detector are commenly used. UV detector is easy to operate and provide good stability compared to all other detector. More preferebly. differential refractometer (DRI), or refractive index detector (RI or RID) is measures the refractive index of an analyte relative to the solvent. .