BenchCel Microplate Handler description

Description

The BenchCel Microplate Handler is a microplate-processing automation device that:

•	Stores stacks of labware (microplates, tip boxes, and tube racks) to be processed during a protocol run.

•	Moves labware to and from external devices such as the PlateLoc Thermal Microplate Sealer and the Microplate Labeler for processing.

Figure. BenchCel Microplate Handler with safety shield and two labware racks

 

Configurations

The BenchCel Microplate Handler is available in standalone or workstation configurations. If you have the standalone/component configuration and would like to construct a workstation, you can order the workstation integration plates and workstation safety equipment. Contact your Agilent product specialist for details. See also Safety and regulatory compliance.

The standalone/component configuration includes:

•	BenchCel device

•	Stacker head for 2, 4, or 6 labware racks depending on model

•	Labware rack for each stacker head

•	Operating software (VWorks software)

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Computer

•	Safety shield

•	Emergency-stop pendant

Related information

 

For more information about…	See…
Agilent devices that you can integrate in a BenchCel Workstation	Integration options for workstations
Hardware component description	Hardware overview
Automation-ready labware	Labware considerations
Software that controls the BenchCel Microplate Handler	Software description
Safety information	Safety guidelines
Installation requirements	Verifying laboratory requirements