Affymetrix 400 Genechip® Fluidics Station 450

Model: GeneChip® Fluidics Station 450 Manufacturer: Affymetrix (now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific) Catalog Number: 00-0079 Application: Automated washing and staining of GeneChip® microarray cartridges Power Requirements: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3 A, 300 W Dimensions (H × D × W): 40.2 × 41.0 × 71.1 cm (15 13/16 × 16 1/8 × 28 inches) Weight: Approximately 80 lbs (36.3 kg) Operating Temperature: 15°C to 30°C Storage Temperature: -20°C to 45°C Humidity: 20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing Altitude: Up to 2000 meters Compliance: CE marked; complies with IEC 61326-1 EMC/ESD standards for industrial environments​ Features: Multi-Module Design: Equipped with four independent modules, each capable of processing one GeneChip® probe array cartridge with up to three Automated Operation: Performs washing and staining protocols with minimal user intervention, enhancing laboratory efficiency.​ Real-Time Monitoring: Utilizes conductivity sensors to verify the presence of appropriate buffers or stains in cartridges, ensuring protocol accuracy.​ Software Integration: Compatible with Affymetrix® GeneChip® Command Console™ (AGCC) software, allowing control of up to eight fluidics stations from a single workstation.​ Modular Upgradability: Existing Fluidics Station 400 units can be upgraded to 450 capabilities, protecting user investment.​ User-Friendly Interface: LCD display provides real-time status updates and prompts, facilitating ease of use.