A lid gasket in the carriage provides the sealing surface for the filter plate and a chamber gasket provides the sealing surface for the carriage. The Microlab STAR uses air displacement pipetting to achieve superior measurement accuracy. Forums; Documents; Videos; News; Request a quote Request Parts Add to My Bench. All standard carriers can be added to the deck by the user. This height must be chosen to be permanently below the. Microlab STAR - User manual.pdf. For dispensing in a jet, a varying amount of blowout air is used to make sure that all liquid is dispensed from the tip. Different pipetting heads are available for the different volume ranges: a)from less than 1 l to 300 l (for the use of low volume tips = 10 l, and standard tips = 300 l), or. Click the Advanced button to access the instrument configuration screen. The Microlab STAR is a robotic pipetting workstation, in other words, a sampler used for pipetting liquid samples in an automated process suitable for medium to high throughput with a high degree of flexibility in pharmaceutical, veterinary and genetics applications. Commercially To clean the instrument deck use the procedures required by GLP. Save method B. However, dispensing to the surface of an empty vessel (touch off) is also possible For dispensing into an empty container, position the tip less than 1 mm (typically 0.4 mm) above the bottom of the container and dispense, following the rising liquid level. The picture above shows the ports on the vacuum box. The deck has partitions for a maximum of 54 specialised 1-T carriers for sample tubes, or a maximum of 9 6-T carriers for microtiter plates and CO-RE tips. This can be provided by STARs /LTXLG /HYHO 'HWHFWLRQ (LLD) feature, based. the product has not been operated in accordance with the user manual; the product is not regularly and correctly maintained; the product is not maintained, repaired or modified by a. parts other than original HAMILTON parts are used, except for liquid containers such as microtiter plates and tubes; the product or parts thereof have been altered without written authorization from HAMILTON Bonaduz AG; the product is not returned properly packed in the original HAMILTON packaging. The technical specifications regarding electrical power are listed in the following table. In addition, after the dispense of every aliquot, a given amount of air is aspirated and dispensed with the next aliquot. The temperature-controlled carrier is a device to heat and cool microplates. After introducing you to the various parts of the Microlab STAR, we show you step by step how to perform typical operations using those components. manual_Hamilton_Microlab_STAR_User_Manual Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t6357dz65 Ocr ABBYY FineReader 11.0 (Extended OCR) Page_number_confidence 89.73 Ppi 600 Scanner Internet Archive Python library 1.9.0. plus-circle Add Review. To configure the User Software to a specific instrument configuration, the Configuration Editor is available within the Deck Layout Editor under Tools->Configuration: The first decision to be made - prior to a run - is whether to run the method with the instrument or to simulate the run without using the instrument. The Autoload option, like the options mentioned above, belongs to the Microlab STAR configuration initially specified by the customer and cannot be added later. shunts carriers onto and off the Microlab STAR, and. The iSWAP (internal Swivel Arm Plate Handler) transports microplates, covers of microplates, archive plates or filter plates used for the vacuum box to and from positions on the deck of the Microlab STAR IVD. values). The Microlab STAR will drop its used tips into a waste container that should be emptied as soon as it is full. The instrument is equipped with a front shield and a hinged transparent window made of plexiglass. The next set of needles is picked up from the first module again, which in the meantime has washed and dried all 8 needles. Finally, the method is executed using the independent run control. The return string separators are used to define the syntax of single step return values. The Microlab STAR is sold in accordance with the general conditions of sale of HAMILTON Bonaduz AG. For example, from the front going to the back, the STAR deck can accommodate 5 microplate or 32 However, the Microlab STAR can be controlled directly with the CoCo firmware protocol (CoCo means Communication and Control). Select the type of communication and the com port for communication via RS232 interface. The TCC may heat microplates up to 60C, or cool them down to 22C below ambient temperature. The wash station has the width of a normal microplate carrier (6T) and is mounted on the deck of the Microlab STAR. HAMILTON endeavours to provide prompt and satisfactory service. The TCC has four positions for microplates, which are all of the same temperature. One unit (Hamilton EasyBlood System) is dedicated to blood fractionation and the other unit (Hamilton Star) is dedicated to handling urine samples. The wash parameters can be set within the User Software, prior to each wash step. The iSWAP is mounted on the pipetting arm and parked below the cover of the pipetting arm. Note in particular the file contents of the following directories: /RJILOHV: Com Traces (Port Trace), Tip Counter File (TipCount.xls) 0HWKRGV: Methods (*.med, *.hsl), Deck Layouts (*.lay), Method Traces (*.trc), /LEUDU\: HSL libraries of commonly-used additional functions. ,I SLSHWWLQJ SRVLWLRQV RXWVLGH WKH UDQGRP DFFHVV UDQJH RI WKH LQVWUXPHQW DUH XVHG WKH V\VWHP PD\ FUDVK +RZHYHU D VWULFWO\ EDWFK W\SH SURFHVV FDQ HOLPLQDWH WKHVH SUREOHPV. You can take the information on the go and reference any time you need. An independent run control is used to run the methods programmed. 'R QRW XVH GLVSRVDEOH WLSV ZLWK WKH ZDVK VWDWLRQ 7R XVH WZR GLIIHUHQW QHHGOH W\SHV WZR ZDVK VWDWLRQV RI GLIIHUHQW W\SH DUH QHHGHG, )RU D FKDQQHO LQVWUXPHQW WZR LQGHSHQGHQW ZDVK VWDWLRQV DUH QHFHVVDU\ WR HQDEOH XQLQWHUUXSWHG SLSHWWLQJ ZLWK RQH QHHGOH W\SH, $ PD[LPXP RI ZDVK VWDWLRQV HDFK ZLWK ZDVK PRGXOHV DQG LWV RZQ SXPS VWDWLRQ FDQ EH LQVWDOOHG RQ RQH 0LFURODE 67$5. Address of host server location: 5200 Illumina Way, San Diego, CA 92122 U.S.A. All trademarks are the property of Illumina, Inc. or their respective owners. The User Software does not define any user access restrictions. During operation, the Microlab STAR should be shielded from direct sunlight and intense artificial light. Reviews There are no reviews yet. Same commonly accepted pipetting principle as for hand pipettes. They are printed in italics in the left margin of the page, begin with the word 'Attention' accompanied by the '!' The air displacement principle has the following advantages: Independent and modular design of pipetting heads for most flexible assay programming. A00). User Manuals Tools and Calculators . reads the barcodes of carriers, tubes, and microtiter plates. The operator of the Microlab STAR must have attended an appropriate training course. & Pipeline Setup, Sequencing Data Hamilton Operation Manual Uploaded by Molecular_Diagnostics_KKUH Copyright: Attribution Non-Commercial (BY-NC) Available Formats Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd Flag for inappropriate content of 173 MICROLAB STAR Line Operators Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Pump Station with 3 wash solutions and waste container, 7KH 0LFURODE 67$5 ZLWK &DUULHUV :DVK 6WDWLRQ 7HPSHUDWXUH FRQWUROOHG &DUULHU DQG 9DFXXP 6\VWHP. Therefore, to dispense e.g. The step selection finally allows you to exclude steps such as the move commands from the method editor. Given that structure, a system with different HAMILTON instruments (even non-HAMILTON instruments, suitably adapted) can be controlled and operated in the same manner, in the same environment and at the same time. Six of these are needed for conditioning, elution and waste removal. To save a method and the corresponding deck layout under a new name: Start the Method Editor as the (first opened) master editor. There are three ports into which is fed the tubing that goes to the vacuum box controller. techsupport@illumina.com. Typical times (at 40% rel. After an aspiration step, the situation within the tip looks like this. Between the plunger and the liquid surface is air. Plug the mains cables for the computer and the instrument into the same electrical outlet. They include carriers, a wash station, a temperature-controlled carrier and an automatic vacuum system, which are described in this section of the manual. liquid level, to prevent the aspiration of air. This is done with the tips still in the air. Deck layout editor (for mapping the position of labware on the deck), Sequence editor (for defining pipetting sequences), Labware editor (for defining custom labware to be used in deck layouts), HSL Method editor (for programming methods using text entry mode). The manner in which the Microlab STAR and its components are to be serviced is described in the 0LFURODE 67$5 6HUYLFH 0DQXDO. Host: https://www.illumina.com | For conductive liquids, capacitive LLD should normally be used. The carry-over of the wash station depends on the wash program. A pipetting operation is achieved by aspirating (drawing) liquid from a source container, then transferring and dispensing (dropping) it into a target container. The Hamilton Microlab consists of highly customisable liquid handling and vessel handling devices, with plates or tips are mounted in carriages. $Q DERUWHG UXQ VWRSSHG E\ RSHQLQJ WKH IURQW ZLQGRZ FDQQRW EH UHVWDUWHG ,I \RX QHHG WR RSHQ WKH ZLQGRZ GXULQJ D UXQ FOLFN 3DXVH LQ WKH 5XQ 6FUHHQ ZDLW XQWLO WKH LQVWUXPHQW VWRSV DQG WKHQ RSHQ WKH ZLQGRZ. Tip Drop-Off .. /LTXLG &ODVVHV 3LSHWWLQJ 0RGHV DQG 0RUH. The customer need only ensure that a suitable control PC is available for installation of the ML STAR User Software. Before removing a mechanical or electrical component, the Microlab STAR must first be switched off and disconnected from the main electricity supply and PC. This first chapter should be read with particular attention. If a clot is present, it bridges the distance and the signal will remain, resulting in an error message. The instruments internal coordinate system is shown in the figure, located at its origin. After the dispense, the situation within the tip looks like this: Transport air as specified Transport air as specified on dispense (optional) on aspiration(optional), 6LWXDWLRQ RQ GLVSHQVH )LUVWO\ WUDQVSRUW OLTXLG DQG EORZRXW YROXPH DUH GLVSHQVHG IROORZHG E\ DQ DVSLUDWLRQ RI VWRS EDFN YROXPH LQ WKH FDVH RI SDUWLDO YROXPH GLVSHQVHV DQG WUDQVSRUW DLU. the product has not been operated in accordance with the user manual; the product is not regularly and correctly maintained; the product is not maintained, repaired or modified by a HAMILTON-authorized representative or user; parts other than original HAMILTON parts are used, except for liquid containers such as microtiter plates and tubes; the product or parts thereof have been altered without written authorization from HAMILTON Bonaduz AG; the product is not returned properly packed in the original HAMILTON packaging. This can be achieved e.g. The basic model Microlab STAR contains a work surface, called a deck, for placing movable carriers. To reattach the container, simply slot it back into its original position. Hamilton Microlab STAR. dispense in a jet specify a position a couple of millimeters above the surface and dispense by following the rising liquid level. | In the picture on the right, the carriage is on the way to the elution chamber. Then, in succeeding chapters, we will describe what can be done with each the basic operations of aspirating and dispensing liquids. Liquid level detection needs to be explicitly tested when working with foaming liquids. The Microlab Prep mini liquid handler is the solution to make your workflow faster and more precise. Additionally, Hamilton pipette channels and tips are designed to fit precisely together using a patented lock-and-key design called CO-RE (Compressed O-Ring Expansion). Microlab STAR - User manual.pdf FEATURES Automated intelligence with Hamilton's air-based advanced pipetting features Reduced risk of contamination for critical assays due to the combination with disposable tips Less maintenance required due to no system liquid, diluters, valves or tubing No dilution effect of samples Only HAMILTON needles and disposable tips should be used for coupling to the pipetting channel of the Microlab STAR. The construction principle enables pressure-based liquid level detection and aspiration monitoring. an analyte recovery experiment was conducted for comparison on a manual platform against the Hamilton Microlab STAR to prove robustness of the validated method on an automated platform. To empty the waste liquid container or to refill the wash solutions, lift the container by the handle. Date. Always dispense using a residual volume, i.e., do not completely empty the tip on dispense. The installation generates the following default directory structure, if not requested otherwise. Analysis, Biological Data Service Manual Microlab STAR P/N 610 754 / 00 Important Notice Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever without the express written consent of Hamilton Bonaduz AG is forbidden. PLT-CAR-L5MD), whereas carriers with portrait orientation for microplates and tips (e.g. Measured values are within specifications if less than the values appearing in the table on p. 40. The Microlab 600 Basic manual. The first step within an aspiration and dispense cycle is to aspirate a variable amount of blowout air, which is used at the end of the (last) dispense, to blow the liquid out of the tip. Reusable needles with 50, 300, and 1000 l volumes may be used instead of tips. For specific trademark information, see www.illumina.com/company/legal.html. It is mission critical for us to deliver innovative, flexible, and scalable solutions to meet the needs of our customers. Close the Deck Layout Editor. To start the aspiration of liquid, the tip must make contact with the liquid. Microlab STAR Service Manual i Table of Contents 1 Introduction.. 1-1 1.1 . Retailer Reg: 2019--2018 | When working with samples which will be used in particularly sensitive tests, take into account evaporation and condensation that may occur while the method is running. Here are some examples of frequently-used combinations of liquid classes and pipetting modes: $VSLUDWH O RI D ZDWHU OLNH OLTXLG GLVSHQVH O LQWR DQ HPSW\ ZHOO SODWH XVH VWDQGDUG WLSV FKDQJH WLSV HYHU\ F\FOH: Aspiration: LLD = pressure or capacitance or both, submerge to a, Dispense: Fixed height of 5mm, not following liquid level. During Microlab STAR operation, do not place hands in the way of moving parts or on the working deck. Barcode reading is only possible in conjunction with the Autoload option. Use new tips for every pipetting step to avoid carry-over between different wells or containers. 10 aliquots of 20 l of a ZDWHU OLNH OLTXLG with the ML-STAR, aspirate 240 l and dispense 20 l directly back into the. The AVS and its components are to be installed by a Hamilton service engineer. The design specifications mentioned above are valid under the following conditions, obtained for measurements at HAMILTON Bonaduz: Gravimetric testing at Hamilton. The Automated Vacuum Box System consists of a vacuum box, a vacuum controller and the controlling software. Select Save As in the method editor and save the old method A under a new name B. This creates a tight seal with precise tip alignment to eliminate tip distortion and . This manual will be made available to Hamilton-. The sensitivity of the capacitive LLD that is to be used depends on the vessel size and the conductivity (or polarity) of the liquid that is to be detected. on May 19, 2020. No problems with corroded tubing, pumps, etc. Not for import or sale to the Australian general public. Multiple units may be integrated and connected via a control box for higher throughput applications. Page 69 and 70: MICROLAB STAR Line Operator's . The waste is collected in the closed-system waste container with liquid level monitoring to prevent overflows. graphical and the HSL method editor. The units can be reprograamed to aliquot other biological samples as well. Wash Solution Two: blue, left-hand container (1 x 3 L), 7KH OLTXLG FRQWDLQHUV RI WKH ZDVK VWDWLRQ 7KH ZDVWH FRQWDLQHU LV SODFHG WR WKH OHIW RI WKH EOXH FRQWDLQHU DQG KDV D YROXPH RI /. Jet Dispense Part Volume for dispensing only a part of the liquid in the tip in a jet, i.e. Aspirate All for aspiration of all the liquid within a cup (specify a volume larger than what is expected within the cup). The differences in the specifications are due to the accuracy of the gravimetrical measurement, which to a great extent depends on the quality of the balance, as well as on the stability of the environmental conditions (pressure, humidity, temperature). The VRDN WLPH is the length of time wash liquid is held within the wash chamber. For repair or shipment, all mechanical parts must be put in their rest positions. The run control allows you to start either deck layouts (with the corresponding method if there is only one), or, in general, methods. However, if the Microlab STAR is subjected to electromagnetic RF fields, or if static electricity is discharged directly onto the Microlab STAR, its Liquid Level Detection ability (see below) may be negatively affected. HAMILTON provides a wide range of standard carriers for microtiter plates, tubes, tips etc. This User Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your Microlab STAR. Jet Dispense Empty Tip for dispensing all the liquid in the tip in a jet. Along with each wash station comes a pump station with three reservoir containers for wash solutions and a waste container. Loading Document. Additional flexibility allows userdefined volumes . Start the Method Editor as the (first opened) master editor. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Any departure from the procedures given here could lead to erroneous results or malfunction. Note that the availability of accessories is subject to change. The principle of the wash station is illustrated in the following figure, where a typical procedure is shown. Click save to activate the new settings or abort to leave the settings unchanged. Compare and cart products. Customer service will be provided in the first instance by the network of HAMILTON representatives. Page 67 and 68: MICROLAB STAR Line Operator's . Sketch the Cow Connect the wash station only to an earthed outlet. Typically, the service and volume verification are carried out by a trained HAMILTON service engineer. A needle will be placed back into the wash station, where the wash process may be started directly. Firmware commands are listed in the 6HUYLFH 0DQXDO for the use of Hamilton engineers servicing the. container. Hamilton Microlab Star liquid handlers have unique and flexible functionalities such as indepen-dent liquid aspiration/dispense in each channel, and untethered access to and from any given location on the machine deck layout. Failure to do so may impair the reliability and correct functioning of the Microlab STAR. The detailed specifications are listed in the specification table at the end of this chapter. The instrument-specific steps (e.g. 6FKHPDWLF GUDZLQJ RI QHHGOH ZDVK SURFHVV 1HHGOHV DUH SODFHG LQWR WKH ZDVK PRGXOH ZDVKHG IURP LQVLGH DQG DORQJ WKH RXWVLGH ZLWK ZDVK DQG ULQVH VROXWLRQ 7KH SLSHWWLQJ FKDQQHOV EORZ DLU WKURXJK WKH QHHGOHV WR H[SHO DQ\ UHVLGXDO OLTXLG IURP WKHP. The fuses for the instrument are situated in the mains power switch (see picture 2 below). If you are using a combination of both LLD types, the maximum height difference between the two independent LLDs can be used as a parameter. Run execution (for running methods on the instrument). surface or jet), environmental effects (temperature, pressure, humidity), and. HAMILTON accessories and consumable products, e.g. The communication with the computer is via a USB cable. The Microlab STAR-specific editors include: Liquid Editor (for defining liquid classes), Configuration Editor (for configuring the User Software to a particular instrument), The Graphical Method Editor lets the user write methods in a graphical, syntax-free environment. The deck layout is defined within the Deck Layout Editor, whereas the aspiration and dispense steps are defined using the method editor. The mains plug is on the rear of the pump station (see picture below). The pipetting specifications for the Microlab STAR are given in the following table. By contrast with an 8-channel Microlab STAR, the methods for a 16-channel instrument should be set up in such a way that all positions are processed in batches of at least 8 (or better 16, to optimize the pipetting speed) with 8 (or 16) simultaneous aspirations or dispenses at identical x-coordinates (see section 8.9 for more). Dispensing in a jet may produce aerosols and thus cause cross-contamination. For tips, special carriers typically holding 5 tip racks of 96 tips are placed on the instrument deck. 2.fresh needles are picked up from the second module for pipetting, used, and then placed back into the same module. The first task for the Microlab STAR is to pick up a disposable tip or a reusable steel needle. All tubing and electrical connections are routed through the docking station at the rear of the instrument. humidity) to heat and cool the TCC are (Tambient = 20C): (QVXUH WKHUH LV DOZD\V HQRXJK OLTXLG / ZLWKLQ WKH UHVHUYRLU, $OORZ DLU H[FKDQJH EHWZHHQ WKH H[FKDQJHU DQG DPELHQW DLU, 7KH GHIDXOW SRVLWLRQ RI WKH 7&& LV RQ WKH LQVWUXPHQW GHFN 1HYHU OHDYH WKH 7&& XQORDGHG RQ WKH DXWRORDG WUD\, 5HSODFH WKH KHDW H[FKDQJHU VROXWLRQ WZLFH \HDUO\ 'R QRW XVH 60$57 6WHSV WR ORDG D 7&& ZLWK WKH DXWRORDG IXQFWLRQ $OZD\V HQVXUH WKDW WKH 7&& LV RQ WKH GHFN DW WKH EHJLQQLQJ RI WKH ORDGLQJ SURFHVV. Laboratory;Hematology;Blood Analyzer;Hamilton Blood Analyzer;Hamilton Microlab Star Identifier manual_Hamilton_Microlab_STAR_Service_Manual Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t7bs7k10w Ocr ABBYY FineReader 11.0 (Extended OCR) Ppi 300 Scanner Internet Archive Python library 1.9.0. plus-circle Add Review. The range of A/D values of the pressure sensor is from around 800 (at ambient pressure) to <10 A/D values for 18 mbar below ambient pressure. Observe and carry out the maintenance procedures given. For the heat exchanger, a water-based heat exchange liquid is used in a closed cycle; it is stored in a reservoir. Surface Dispense Empty Tip for dispensing all the liquid in the tip to a surface. The fuses for the instrument are situated next to the mains power switch (see picture below). Filter by batch size, system, software, and more. Instruments with 4,8, or 16 channels are best operated with carriers, holding microplates and tip racks in landscape orientation (e.g. The general syntax used in the HSL is the C/C++ notation and associated language constructs. Illumina innovative sequencing and array technologies are fueling groundbreaking advancements in life science research, translational and consumer genomics, and molecular diagnostics. comment. by aspirating 10 l and dispensing only 9 l. In general, pipetting on the principle of air displacement (as with hand pipettes) is sensitive to. The last aliquot of 20 l is discarded into another container or ejected with the tip. ([DPSOH PLT-CAR-L5MD-A00 is a carrier for 5 medium density (96or 384-well) microplates in landscape orientation. Hamilton Quality, Tiny Footprint Hamilton has earned a reputation for top-quality automation with solutions that support science in labs around the world again and again. Hamilton designed carriers hold your labware and provide flexibility to configure the deck tailored specifically for your assays. If a spray is used, do not point the spray directly at the autoload unit or at electrical boards or connectors. With the reliable automation features Hamilton is known for, The manual describes both the hardware and software of the Microlab STAR to the extent that a user needs to know them in order to operate the instrument. Analyzing the shape of the p(t) curve, the system can distinguish the following situations: -Air is aspirated into the tip (because, for example, the cup has not been filled properly). The Microlab STAR comes with 4, 8, 12, or 16 pipetting channels working in parallel for simultaneous transfer of liquids. The pipetting arm can move in an X direction, whereas each pipetting channel can move relatively independently both in a Y and a Z direction. Surface Dispense Part Volume for dispensing only a part of the liquid in the tip to a surface, leaving a residual volume in the tip. Blowout air (optional, may reach into channel), 7KH VLWXDWLRQ ZLWKLQ WKH WLS DQG WKH FKDQQHO DIWHU DVSLUDWLRQ. From time to time, we would like to contact you about our products and services, as well as other content that may be of interest to you. CO-RE tips are produced under sterile conditions, i.e. Microlab STAR User Manual 610766/02 Page 1 of 225 for User Software 3.0 including Options and Accessories HAMILTON Bonaduz AG. Options are defined as components or configurations that are part of the instrument initially provided to the customer as specified by that customer. The trueness and precision specifications given for the STAR Line refer to an instrument with 8 x 1000l pipetting channels. When using Microlab STAR, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) should be observed. Equipped with autoload, the ML STAR can read the following barcode types: ,Q DGGLWLRQ EDUFRGHV PXVW KDYH D PLQLPXP UHDGDELOLW\ L H JRRG FRQWUDVW VL]H FRUUHFW RULHQWDWLRQ DQG GLVWDQFH EHWZHHQ EDUV WR EH IXOO\ IXQFWLRQDO, (QVXUH WKH FRUUHFW EDUFRGH RULHQWDWLRQ IRU WXEHV DQG SODWHV VHH SLFWXUH RQ SUHYLRXV SDJH. If you consent to us contacting you for this purpose, please check the box below: I agree to receive communications from Hamilton. HSL can be accessed directly using the HSL Method Editor. Note that each programmed method has to be validated by the user. Get instructions for sharing your desktop while working with Technical Support. The STAR offers higher deck capacity for labware which equates to more SLAS ANSI format positions. If the Microlab STAR becomes contaminated with biohazardous material, it should be cleaned in accordance with the maintenance procedures given in the section Maintenance (3.7). Loading is handled with a step in the method. Select Save As to save method A under the new name method B. The transport air that was aspirated at the end of the aspiration step is first dispensed with the tip still in the air. Tax Reg: 105-87-87282 | Testing of the Microlab STAR Line is done gravimetrically using a high precision balance. The front of the controller has eight ports. On aspiration, the tip follows the falling liquid level (if so specified) according to the volume aspirated. In that toolbar the following choices are available (some of which are deactivated): Enter your email address and check your inbox. The mains plug is on the left hand side of the instrument towards the rear (see picture 1 below). 1.5.1 User Manual P/N 610766 The basic reference for the user is the Microlab STAR User Manual. These modules and tools are grouped into a general (instrument-independent) and a specific (instrument-dependent) group. Avoid touching the discarded tips in the waste container. The Biorepository has two Hamilton Microlab Star units for automated liquid handling. Compact model provides smooth interplay between software, mechatronics and intuitive user interface. carriers, racks, tips, steel needles, and waste containers. HAMILTON reserves the right to refuse to accept any product that has been used with radioactive or microbiological substances, or any other material that may be deemed hazardous to employees of HAMILTON. The software integrates seamlessly with MICROLAB Vector. Tips or reusable needles of three sizes on the same head in the same run. In this case, aspiration monitoring is deactivated and the tip will follow the falling liquid level (if specified) to the bottom of the container, staying there for the rest of the aspiration. An additional partition space is provided for the tip waste container. Aspirate All for aspiration of all the liquid within a cup (specify a volume larger than what is expected within the cup). The Vacuum Box is fitted to the deck of the Microlab STAR and is controlled by the workstations computer. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. The vacuum controller allows for user-defined vacuum settings. Each variant is complete with 3 wash modules and pump station. Same commonly accepted pipetting principle as for hand pipettes. ILLUMINAPROPRIETARY Part#15070074Rev.A June2015 HamiltonMicrolabSTAR ReferenceGuide RevisionHistory 1 Introduction 2 MLSTARComponents 3 SystemSoftware 7 Different liquid classes are provided with the User Software and optimized for different liquids, tip types, and important pipetting processes, such as aspiration followed by dispensing either to a surface or in a jet. One blister pack contains 5 racks of 96 tips, giving a total of 480 tips. The following table gives dead volumes for both pressureand capacitance-based liquid level detection in various containers. The Microlab STAR requires a recent model of PC including a mouse, CD-ROM drive, high resolution monitor and graphics (SVGA or better), 1-2 serial ports for a USB, about 1 GB HDD and 128 MB RAM, and Windows 2000 (service pack 1 or better) as the operating system. A Microlab STAR sent away for repair must also be decontaminated if it was in a laboratory environment with infected or hazardous materials. Finally, to prevent droplet formation, a variable amount of transport air is aspirated. Commercially available liquid containers, such as microtiter plates and tubes, may of course be used.
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