Flexible PathFinder 900 optimises workflow in your laboratory
The PathFinder 900 manages the distribution of blood, serum or urine samples in your pathology laboratory by automating receival, tracking, sub-sampling and archiving of samples. It integrates a number of processing functions into one platform:
- Tube type recognition
- Primary tube decapping
- Specimen aliquoting into labelled secondary tubes
- Capping of primary and secondary tubes
- Sorting and archiving of samples
Applications:
- Pre-Analytical sample preparation and distribution
- Recursive sample redistribution by test priority
- Post analytical aliquoting
- Post analytical sorting, recapping and storage
Key Specifications
Sample Throughput:
Sorting: > 1,200 tubes per hour
Aliquoting: > 560 total tubes per hour (1:3 aliquots)
Primary tubes:
12 – 16mm diameter, 63 – 120mm height
Capped or uncapped
Sample loading:
Rack loading + individual tubes via “stat” position(s)
Output racks:
Configurable, up to 39 positions
Aliquot dispense volume:
50 – 950ul
Duplicate tubes/sample:
Limited only by sample volume
Capping:
original cap (primary tube) or foil cap
Power Supply:
220 – 240 VAC, 2400 W
Dimensions:
2.5m L x 1.4m D x 1.8m H
8.2′ L x 4.6′ D x 5.9′ H
Weight:
860kg (1,890lbs)
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