Biomek® FX Automated Labware Positioners (ALPs) -- Active Stations

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Provides automated clamping and positioning of 1,536-well plates for access by the Biomek FX 384-Channel Pipettor. The plates are clamped by a solenoid for reliable pipetting operations. The clamp is relaxed during non-use periods, thereby reducing potential heat build up. Multiple Positive Positioning ALPs may be integrated onto the Biomek FX work area as needed.

The Biomek FX Disposable Tip Loader ALP provides automated loading and unloading of all types of AP96 or AP384 disposable tips for the Biomek FX 96-or 384 channel pipettors. The tips are loaded via pneumatic pressure for reliable loading, thereby minimizing the stress on the pipetting system. Requires: 40 PSI clean dry air, 2.5 cfm. Maximum of 4 Tip Loaders may be integrated onto the Biomek FX work area.

The Tip Wash ALP provides a constant flow of liquid into 96 individual channels to wash the exterior of the pipetting tip. The inside of the tip is washed by aspirating and dispensing from the flow of liquid. The tip wash ALP reduces running costs by curtailing or eliminating the use of tips. Multiple tip wash ALPs can be configured for differing liquids or for specific pipettors.

Includes wash station, wash pump, supply tank, and drain/waste tank, ALP platform. Tip Wash ALPs can be configured in the outer most columns and back row of instrument. NOTE: Requires Biomek FX Device Controller (P/N 719366). The Biomek FX Disposable Tip Wash ALP 96-Channel is controlled by the Biomek FX System Software via the by the Biomek FX Device Controller. The washes can be manually configured or automatically configured.

The Tip Wash ALP provides a constant flow of liquid into 384 individual channels to wash the exterior of the pipetting tip. The inside of the tip is washed by aspirating and dispensing from the flow of liquid. The tip wash ALP reduces running costs by curtailing or eliminating the use of tips. Multiple tip wash ALPs can be configured for differing liquids or for specific pipettors.

Includes wash station, wash pump, supply tank, and drain/waste tank, ALP platform. Tip Wash ALPs can be configured in the outer most columns and back row of instrument. NOTE: Requires Biomek FX Device Controller (P/N 719366). The Biomek FX Disposable Tip Wash ALP 384-Channel is controlled by the Biomek FX System Software via the by the Biomek FX Device Controller. The washes can be manually configured or automatically configured.

Manifold only. Used to convert a 384-channel Tip Wash to 96-channel.

Manifold only. Used to convert a 96-channel Tip Wash to 384-channel.

For washing Biomek FX Span-8 Fixed Tips. Includes drain/waste tank and ALP platform. Can be located in the outermost columns and back row of instrument. NOTE: Uses system liquid for rinsing via syringe pumps. Faster washing can be provided using the optional Biomek FX Speed Pump (P/N 719653). The Tip Wash ALP provides individual cavities where system liquid flows through each of the eight channels to clean the interior of the tips. The exterior of the tips are cleaned as the system liquids overflows each cavity. Multiple tip wash ALPs can be configured for differing liquids or for specific pipettors.

Single-position cooling and heating ALP. Position in any location on the Biomek FX work area. User must supply reservoirs and a circulator bath with the following minimum specifications: Range: -20°C to 100°C; Flow Capacity: 7-15 L/minute; Max Pressure: 2.1 PSI; Reservoir Capacity: 6 L; Heating Capacity: 1,000 W; Cooling Capacity: 120 W at 0°C.

Includes single-position shaking ALP and CAN communications cable. Position in any location on the Biomek FX work area.

Includes single-position magnetic ALP and CAN communications cable. Position in any location on the Biomek FX work area.

Single-position magnetic stirring ALP. Position in any location on the Biomek FX work area. Magnetic stir bar not included.

• Absorbance Detector ALP sits on the deck of the Biomek FX and houses the plate transport and dector.
• Detector Control Module sits under the table, is connected to the ALP via two meter power and optics cables, and houses the power supply, lamp and filter wheel.

Single bar code reader ALP. Equipped with bar code reader. Position in any location on the Biomek FX work area.

The Biomek FX device controller module is designed to supply eight (8) digital input and outputs to control digital devices on the Biomek FX work area. The Biomek FX software controls the devices through the Biomek FX device controller module.

A diaphragm pump that is controlled by the Biomek FX Software. The speed pump flow path bypasses the syringes pump and provides for rapid purging of system liquid lines and fixed tips. Used with the 8-Channel Tip Wash ALP.