| Xantus: Applications:
ELISA |
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The
standard Xantus platform can be used to automate ELISA
setup, and when combined with appropriate functional
modules (incubator, washer and reader) can perform the
complete assay. Those wishing to automate the pipetting
only can choose from a range of Xantus deck sizes and
options depending on the capacity requirements. However,
a family of fully automated ELISA platforms is also available.
The eRobot, based on
the Sias Xantus platform, is a compact and fully automated
ELISA system, designed for OEM and Private Label applications. It automates sample preparation, robotic liquid handling, plate washing and reading, with optional plate incubator.
Several configurations of the eRobot are available, each in several configurations:
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| eRobot for 4-6 plate ELISA processing |
Key features of the eRobot products:
Economical
• Very low maintenance
• Choice of washable or disposable tip
• Use original reagent containers
Powerful
• Flexible deck layout
• Parallel assay processing
• Simple software interface with
dynamic scheduling and
comprehensive data reduction
Proven
• Based on the proven Xantus technology -
one family of products, with individual
solutions for every OEM requirement
The eRobot automates
the complete ELISA protocol, from pipetting through
incubation, washing and reading. Featuring optional
bar code reading of samples, plates and reagents, comprehensive
software tracks sample identification from receipt to
result, and enables processing by batch or by worklist.
The eRobot ''application-oriented'' programming interface simplifies test method implementation, instrument preparation and assay execution, and offers bi-directional connection to Host PC (LIS) by ASCII or XML format file for worklist download and uploading results. Optional additional Database software with advanced functions (QC and statistics) is also available.
The Dynamic Run Manager schedules the steps of each assay before the run commences, and also provide a real time update of the test/plate process sequence.
Data reduction for qualitative and quantitative elaboration, and curve fitting on stored standard curves is also available.
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eRobot |
Tip |
2 or 4 tips
Washable or disposable
Tips are fully independent in both Y and Z axis movement
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Each probe has a dedicated and individual liquid and clot detector. Washable tips can be thoroughly washed to minimise carry-over, and disposable tips are available as option for applications where zero carry-over is required. |
| Plate movement |
Independent robotic arm with plate gripper to move plates between functional modules
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Bar code reading |
The eRobot features semi automated barcode identification for samples, reagents, plates to ensure safe sample tracking.
A continuous loading function allows the user to add samples while the assay is running.
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Incubation |
Up to 4 plates can be simultaneously incubated at different temperatures, and the system can schedule and process 4-6 plates in parallel. |
| Capacity |
The eRobot deck is flexible and can be equipped to suit the applications. Reagents can usually be placed in their original containers, reducing the need for time consuming and potential hazardous decanting.
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Typically, the eRobot deck can accommodate 160 samples, 6 diluents and 90 reagents in modular racks, and can process shared plates for efficient test panel automation. Universal racks host different size of tubes, vials and original containers by adapters |
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