Type:
Desktop fully automated random access chemistry analyzer. |
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Test channels:
43 channels: 40 on-line photometric channels plus 3 additional ISEs for Na, K and Cl. |
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Maximum number of tests in menu:
60 from Master list of 500 |
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Assay types:
Endpoint, Kinetic, Bichromatic, Turbidimetric, ISE and Sample/Reagent blanking |
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Calibration Type:
Linear, Factor, 2 Point, Point to Point, Log-Logit, Spline and Exponential. |
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Maximum number of calibrators per test:
Up to 7 calibrators for multipoint. |
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Automatic calibration interval:
yes |
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Throughput:
180 photometric tests per hour, 270 ISE tests per hour.
Maximum 450 total tests per hour. |
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Sample type:
Serum, Plasma and Urine, CSF and supernatant. |
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Sample input system :
Type: Removable tray with sample tube holder on a turntable |
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Sample tube size:
Multiple tube sizes – Diameter 12-16 mm & Height 55-100 mm |
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Tube and Cup size Recommended for Pediatric sample use :
Sarstedt Cup
Cat No. 72.730.006
Micro tube 0.5 ml PP
Sarstedt Tube
Cat No. 55.472
Tube 6.5ml 85 x 13 mm PS |
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Sample capacity:
Capacity: 40 positions for routine, STAT and QC samples |
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Closed or open primary tubes:
Open |
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Clot detection:
Not available |
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Sample identification:
Barcode sample ID detection |
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Sample dilution:
Sample dilution: Pre-dilution and automatic re-assay with diluted sample / reduced / increased sample volume available.
Dilution mixture 100-350 µl consisting of 2 –35 µl of sample and 65 – 400 µl of diluent. |
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STAT samples:
STAT Sampling: Immediate sampling interruption |
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Continuous sample loading:
Yes |
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Sample pipette:
Type: Micropipette with liquid level detector. |
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Pipette rinsing:
Inside and outside with purified water |
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Sample pump:
Type: Micro syringe. |
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Sample volume:
Volume:2 to 35 µl (incremented by 0.1 µl) |
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Sample dead volume:
100 µl in primary tube / standard cup or 20 µl in pediatric cup |
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Reagent system:
Type: Removable tray with reagent bottle holder on a turntable |
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Reagent capacity:
40 reagent positions (accommodates 20 for 100 ml or 50 ml bottles and 20 for 20 ml bottles). |
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Reagent cooling:
15°C below ambient temperature |
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No of cooled reagent positions:
40 |
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No of non cooled reagent positions:
0 |
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Maximum no of reagent additions per test:
2 |
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Reagent inventory:
Calculation of remaining reagent volume and tests available |
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Reagent identification:
Barcode reagent ID detection. |
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Open channels:
Avaible |
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Application of reagents from different suppliers:
Open channels can be used |
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Reagent pipette:
1 |
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Reagent pipette type:
Micropipette with liquid level detector |
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Reagent pipette rinsing:
Inside and outside with purified water. |
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Reagent pump type:
Micro syringe |
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Reagent volume:
20 to 400 µl (incremented by 1 µl) |
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ISE unit:
Integrated ISE unit. |
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Cuvette system:
Number of cuvettes: 45 cuvettes on reaction line. |
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Cuvette type:
Reusable |
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Path length:
6 mm |
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Cuvette washing system:
One washing station (6 cuvette washers and drying block) |
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Type of wash fluid:
Dilute Alkaline Solution & Dilute Acid Solution |
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Cuvette material:
Pyrex |
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Minimum cuvette volume:
180 µl. |
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Maximum cuvette volume:
500 µl. |
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Reaction system:
Direct heating system |
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Temperature:
37°C +/-0.3 |
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Detector method:
Direct absorbance in cuvette (Monochromatic or Bichromatic) |
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Photometric range:
0.0 – 3A |
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Cycle time:
20 seconds |
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Time to first result from sample barcode scan :
14 min |
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Time to first emergency result from standby :
12 min 30 seconds |
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Wavelength:
8 filters - 340, 415, 510, 546, 570, 600, 660 and 700 nm |
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Light source:
Halogen tungsten lamp |
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Stirring system:
Type: Stick type rotating stirrer |
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Stirring speed:
Variable speed (weak, normal and strong) |
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Stirrer rinsing:
Purified water. |
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Water consumption:
Maximum 7.5 L per hour. Additional water unit available if required. |
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Water quality requirement:
NCCLS Type 1 or 2 (Other types may be acceptable – please contact A. MENARINI Diagnostics) |
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User interface:
Windows XP based user interface. Dell PCs supplied with analyser have flat screen monitor |
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Connection to host:
Via RS232 interface using ASTM interface |
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Ambient temperature:
15 – 30°C |
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Maximum humidity:
45 – 85% without condensation |
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Power supply:
Supply Voltage: 100 Vac +- 10 V |
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Power consumption:
Less than 700 VA |
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UPS requirements:
350 KVA |
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Dimensions:
770 mm (W) x 620 mm (D) x 500 mm (H) (30.3” x 24.4” x 19.7”) – analyzer only. |
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Case:
Stiff chassis – Double bottom for excellent noise insulation |
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Maintenance:
No rear access required. Simple twice-yearly preventative maintenance |
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Q.C.:
Daily, monthly and batch Q.C. with data archiving. Auto Q.C. facility available |
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Data management and storage:
Storage of up to 30,000 patient reports with search facility. |
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Reagent packs:
Full range of dedicated bar-coded reagents available in 50 ml and 20 ml vials |
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Time required for daily maintenance:
Less than 5 minutes |
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Noise output (dB):
60 db with lid closed when >1 m distance from instrument |
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Heat output :
2253 BTU/hr analyzer only
3959 BTU/hr (including PC and printer) |
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Manipulation of raw data:
Raw data can be viewed and printed in table format |
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Life time of ISE electrodes:
6 months or 10,000 tests |
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Max no of tests possible with ISEs:
3 (Na, K & Cl) |
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No of control and calibrator positions:
Completely flexible on sample wheel |
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Cooled or uncooled control and calibrator positions:
Uncooled |
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Data for multiple Reagents lots storable:
Yes |
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Display of calibration data:
Yes |
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Manipulation of calibration data:
Yes |
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Automated dilution of controls:
Yes |
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Display of several control lots storable:
Yes |
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Display of control data:
Yes |
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