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Specifications

Pipetting Head

Single channel, 20–150 µL/sec (software controlled)

Precision

CV<1% 5 µL (dry-well transfer), CV<5% 2–5 µL (wet-well transfer)

Tip Volume

1.0–200.0 µL

Standard Tips

96-racked Capp™ compatible 50 µL and/or 200 µL low retention tips (LLT only)

Conductive Tips (optional)

96-racked Tecan® Genesis® compatible 50 µL and/or 200 µL conductive tips (LLS only)

LLT-Liquid Level Tracking

Software to track liquid levels in every tube during normal operation (standard on all models)

LLS-Liquid Level Sensing

Liquid level sensing down to 10 µL in 0.2 mL PCR tubes. Liquid levels are detected at every pipetting event in real-time. For Tecan Genesis compatible conductive tips only (LLS is only available with initial instrument purchase)

Tip Waste Handling

All tips discarded externally; no waste accumulation within deck area.
High-capacity covered waste bag or container can be fitted at user discretion

UV Sterilization (optional)

UV light system for deck sterilization within closed hood. Available only with initial purchase.

HEPA Filter (optional)

Dual-cartridge 3M Air-Mate™ HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter system provides positive pressure clean air within the closed hood (can be purchased separately)

Hood

Integrated strut-supported tinted acrylic hood for access on 3 sides.

Dimensions

H  (hood closed) 390 mm (15.4"); 420 mm (16.5") UV light option fitted
H  (hood open) 770 mm (30.3")
W 490 mm (19.3")
D  580 mm (23"); 640 mm (25.6") including cables

Weight

30 kg (55 lbs) standard configuration

Temperature Range

4°C–35°C

Electrical

100–120 VAC @ 4 Amp (50/60 Hz), 200–240 VAC @ 2 Amp (50/60 Hz)

Table Capacity

6 x Microplates (SBS standard size, holds any combination of tips/plates/tubes/capillaries etc)
1 x Mastermix blocks (hold 1.5 mL and/or 5 mL tubes, other combinations available)
1 x Reagent block (standard holds 8 x 1.5 mL tapered tubes, 8 x 1.7 mL straight-sided tubes
16 x 200 µL PCR tubes, other combinations available)

Startup Consumables (included)

10 racks of 96 x 50 µL tips, 10 racks of 96 x 100 µL tips, 25 x 5 mL tubes,
200 x 0.2 mL flat cap PCR tubes

Startup Accessories (included)

2 x Loading Blocks; 96 x 0.2 mL PCR tubes (P/N 0007)
1 x Flip-Cap Loading Block for 32 x 1.5 mL tubes (P/N 2627)
1 x Flip-Cap Loading Block Tube Lifter for 32 x 1.5 mL tubes (P/N 2628)
1 x Reagent Block (P/N 0004)
2 x Mastermix Blocks (P/N 0002, P/N 0003)
4 x Aluminum Tip Racks (P/N 0204) for Tecan Genesis tips (included with LLS option only)
1 x Pipettor head maintenance kit (P/N 0644)

Communications

Serial RS-232

Minimum Computer

Windows XP® OS: WinXP/Pro, Pentium®IV 2.6 GHz (desktop) or Pentium®M 1.6 GHz (laptop), 512Mb RAM. Windows Vista® OS: Vista Business edition, Intel® Core™2 Duo processor, 1 Gb RAM, DirectX 9 capable. Common: DVD/CD-ROM drive, 80 Gb HD, RS-232 serial port (desktop) or USB port with USB-RS232-serial converter (desktop or laptop), 1024 x 768 monitor (minimum), 1280 x 1024 (preferred), speakers recommended.

Software

Supplied, with unlimited user license. Free upgrades by web download.

Warranty

1 year on instrument, manufacturers warranty on computer and monitor.


CAS-1200, X-tractor Gene, Rotor-Gene and RotorDisc are a trademarks of Corbett Life Science and its subsidiaries. Tecan and Genesis are registered trademarks of Tecan Group Ltd. Capp is a trademark of Capp A/S. The PCR process is covered by patents owned by Roche Molecular Systems, Inc and F. Hoffman-LaRoche Ltd. COBAS and TaqMan are trademarks of Roche. LightCycler is a registered trademark of a member of the Roche Group, SmartCycler is a registered trademark of Cepheid. Air-Mate is trademark of 3M. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows XP is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Specifications subject to change without notice. ©2007 Corbett Life Science.

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