ChemoMetec NucleoCounter, User Manual

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9 Technical specifications
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9 Technical specifications
9.1 The NucleoCounter
Specificity
The NucleoCounter counts mammalian cell
nuclei stained with the DNA specific
fluorescent dye, propidium iodide.
Sample consumption
100 µl is recommended for NucleoCassette
loading. Approximately 60 µl is loaded into
the cassette.
Analysis volume
Approximately 2 µl of the sample loaded
into the NucleoCassette is transported to
the chamber and is analyzed.
Measurement range
The measurement range is 5x10
3
– 2x10
6
cells/ml.
The optimal measurement range is 1x10
5
–
2x10
6
cells/ml.
Analysis time
When pressing “Run” on the NucleoCounter
the result will be displayed within 30
seconds.
Operation
Menu-controlled by means of keyboard and
LCD display.
Physical data
Weight
Height
Width
Depth 3 kg
26 cm
38 cm
22 cm
Power
See Section 10.2 Power Supply
Input
Fuse 12VDC (11-13VDC)
UL Listed fuse:
600mA/250Vac (UL 248)
Power consumption
NucleoCounter
Peak
Ready mode
Standby 25 W
2.5 W
2 mW
Operation conditions
Maximum relative humidity 80 percent for
temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly
to 65 percent relative humidity at maximum
35°C; minimum temperature 15°C.
USB
USB, version 1.1.
Note: Does not support USB Hubs.
Printer
Thermal or Impact printer with RS-232
interface and cable supplied by ChemoMetec
A/S.
Other environmental operating conditions for the NucleoCounter
Indoor use only.