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1. Introduction
The Autosampler III aims to move liquid samples quickly, accurately and consistently from customer products
to microtiter plates.
The Autosampler III is made from high quality, durable components. The surface of the Autosampler III is
made from stainless steel 304 which makes for an anti-corrosive surface that is made to last. The anodized
aluminum frame allows for quick and easy manufacturing and allows for adjustments when necessary. The
outside of the framework is closed to minimize cleaning efforts.
The pipetting cabin is the heart of the Autosampler III. In the pipetting cabin, the samples are aspirated
from the products and dispensed into microtiter plates. The pipetting cabin can be safely entered by the
operator to perform cleaning and daily maintenance tasks by means of interlocks. This prevents the user from
entering the Autosampler III while the system is running and forces the user to make a controlled stop of the
Autosampler III. Besides the main lockable access door on the front, the user can also access the pipetting
cabinet from the side and from the back.
Because of this three-point access, the user has
many options to enter the Autosampler III in a
comfortable manner.
The electrical cabinets are not accessible for
the user, they utilize special keys to only allow
certified personnel to access the electrical
Autosampler III. However, the user can easily
power up the Autosampler III with the main
electrical switch on the front of the system.
A closed conveyor feeds carton boxes
containing samples into the Autosampler III. Transparent covers are implemented to shield the user from
hazards, but still provide a means to visually inspect the process. If access to the conveyor is required, the
access hatch on top or the several doors of the pipetting cabinet can be used. These access points should
allow the user to clean the Autosampler III after a day's work.
Stacklight
Cognex camera
Air service unit (behind panel)
IO Cabinet A
Waste connection to drain (behind panel)
Diaphragm pump
Cooler peltier
Fluid container (2x)
Syringe pumps (6x)
