PDES-01DM User Manual
version 1.3
page 12
4.1. microJECT micro Valve Pipette Holder
The valve which is controlled by the PDES is located in the micro valve pipette holder, called
micro
JECT (see Figure 7). Tubing and cable of the
micro
JECT are connected at the front panel
of the PDES system (refer to chapter 3.3). Exhaust is usually not connected.
Figure 7:
micro
JECT
1
: pipette connector
2
: connector for EJECT pressure
3
: connector for EXHAUST pressure (optional)
4
: electrical connection
Important
: In experiments with high pressures (> 1 bar) it might be necessary to insert 2 seals
into the pipette connector in order to prevent the pipette from moving.
Figure 8:
micro
JECT – pipette insertion
Caution:
Pipettes that are not rigidly fixed in the pipette connector might be pressed out of the
connector by high pressure. Always adhere to the appropriate safety measures.