2 Introduction
Hardware overview
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BenchCel Microplate Handler User Guide
Labware racks
The labware racks are available in two models:
•
Front-load rack in 250-mm and 660-mm sizes
•
Top-load rack in 660-mm and 860-mm sizes
Both rack models have the following basic components.
Figure
Front-load rack components
Item
Name
Description
1
Carrying handle
The top-load and front-load racks have fold-down
carrying handles.
2
Tabs
A pair of vertical tabs are located at the bottom on the
rack sides. The tabs insert into slots on the device
when you mount the rack onto the device.
3
Stacker grippers
A gripper is located on the interior bottom of each tab.
The pair of grippers hold a microplate during the
labware loading, unloading, downstacking, and
upstacking processes. A clamp in the device opens
and closes the grippers.
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