Agilent Technologies R Series, User Manual

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Chapter 1: Introduction
BenchCel Microplate Handling Workstation R-Series User Guide
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Accessories
About this topic
Accessories provide a function without performing tasks themselves. For
example, you can temporarily place a microplate on a platepad
accessory.
This topic lists the accessories that are compatible with the BenchCel
Workstation.
Compatible
accessories The following table lists some accessories available for the BenchCel
Workstation. For the latest list of accessories, see the Velocity11 website
at www.velocity11.com.
Accessory Description
Stacker racks The structures that store microplates to be processed in a
run. In addition to the standard racks that are supplied
with the BenchCel Workstation, you can order additional
standard stacker racks. Other types of stacker racks are
available, including unique racks for microtube plates and
racks that offer alternative ways to load microplates. See
the Velocity11 website at www.velocity11.com or contact
your regional Velocity11 representative for details.
Laptop
computer The computer that has a smaller footprint than the
standard desktop computer for use with the BenchCel
Workstation.
Platepad A parking place for a microplate.
Plate hotel Multiple platepads that are stacked vertically and
configured as shelves in the operating software.
Auxiliary
barcode reader The barcode reader assembly that can be attached to the
side of the VCode Microplate Labeler. The assembly
consists of a platepad with a barcode reader sensor head
attached.
Integration
plate A metal base on which you mount a Velocity11 or a third-
party device. The base contains built-in clamps that lock
the adjacent integration plate and mounted device in
position for maintaining teachpoints.
Note that the integration plates for third-party devices
might include footpad depressions to facilitate placement
of devices with feet.