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Cedex® Bio Analyzer

Cedex® Bio Analyzer

Advance the potential of your cell culture

Cedex Bio Analyzer - a reliable, high-quality instrument for small sample throughput

  • Small size: Benchtop system suitable for any space
  • Easy handling: Sophisticated and intuitive operating software
  • Integrated processing unit: Built-in touchscreen reduces qualification effort
  • Reliable answers: Robust and proven technology
  • Efficiency: Low maintenance effort and frequency save time and money

Application

Use the Cedex Bio Analyzer for fast and reliable, analysis of your bioprocess.
The instrument delivers precise results for > 30 parameters of high importance for bio-process control in process development as well as in manufacturing.

Properties

The technology of the Cedex Bio Analyzer is based on photometric analysis.
The Cedex metabolite analyzers provide consistent results using Cedex Bio and Cedex Bio HT analyzers.

Test Throughput

  • 50 -100 tests per hour

Number of Channels (Reagent Slots)

  • 27 slots (or approximately 14 assays) per reagent disk

  • Up to 8 disks available for expandable assay selections

Programmable Parameters

  • Maximum of 50 photometric assays with software v. 3.0

Sample Types

  • Mammalian cell culture

  • Microbial fermentation

Sample Input

  • Load capacity: 8 positions, continuous loading

  • Priority sampling: is available

  • Continuous operation: Additional sample setting during operation

  • Sample cooling: Not available

Sample Container Types

  • Sampling tubes: 5 - 10 mL; 16 x 100; 16 x 75; 13 x 100; 13 x 75 mm

  • Sample cup: 2.5 mL

  • Micro cup: 1.5 mL

  • Cups on tube: Cup on top of a 16 x 75/100 mm tube

Sample Volume

  • 2.0 - 25 μL per test, depending on assay format

Sample Dilution

  • 1.5 - 100 times

Minimum Sample Volume

  • Primary tubes: 500 μL

  • Sample cup: 50 μL

  • Micro cup: 50 μL

System Interfaces

  • RS 232 serial interface, bi-directional; USB port

Sample Data Base

  • 600 test results (extended to 1,000 test results with software version 3.0)

QC Analysis

  • QC history provides QC results of previous 60 days

  • Graphic analysis of results over time

Rerun (automatic dilution)

  • Rerun with predefined dilution factor

Specification

Method of Measurement:

  • Photometric

  • Operating Temperature: +15 to +32°C

  • Operating Humidity: 30 - 80% relative humidity (non-condensing)

  • RS 232 serial interface, bi-directional; USB port

Electrical Requirements

  • Power requirements: 100-125 V and 200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz +/- 0.5%
    250 VA

  • Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 0.5%

Water/Waste Requirements

  • Minimum: Reagent Grade NCCLS Type II

  • Recommended: Reagent Grade NCCLS Type I

  • Water consumption: 2.5 - 3.0 L/day

  • Water temperature: +15 to +32°C

  • Waste: Separate container

Operating Conditions

  • Ambient temperature: +15 to +32°C

  • Ambient humidity: 30 - 80% (RH, without condensation)

  • Heat output: Maximum 320 W/hr or 270 Kcal/hr

  • Noise output: <60 dB

Physical Dimensions

  • Width: 60 cm (23.6 in)

  • Depth: 55 cm (21.7 in)

  • Height: 48 cm (18.9 in)

  • Weight: 33.0 kg (72.8 lbs)

Regulatory Disclaimer

For use in quality control/manufacturing process only.