Auto 12A

Auto 12A

The Automatic Tissue Microarrayer AUTO12A is a state-of-the-art instrument designed to automatically extract tissue cores from donor paraffin blocks and implant them into recipient blocks, enabling the creation of precise tissue microarrays for high-throughput analysis. Combining patented positioning technology, intelligent automation, and advanced imaging, the AUTO12A delivers exceptional precision, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for both diagnostic and research applications. It supports fully unattended operation and offers data recording, barcode tracking, and easy digital export for seamless laboratory integration.

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Key Features

  • High-precision automation: Automatically extracts and transplants tissue cores from donor to recipient blocks with consistent diameter, depth, and spacing.

  • Advanced imaging system: Equipped with a 5-megapixel autofocus camera and LED lighting for clear, real-time visualization.

  • User-friendly interface: Intuitive visual operation platform ensures efficient workflow and easy control.

  • Patented positioning technology: Guarantees high accuracy with ±0.001 mm precision, unaffected by interference.

  • Fast processing: Produces a 100-hole microarray in about 30 minutes, operating unattended with completion alerts.

  • Flexible experimental compatibility: Optional PCR and biological sample management modules adapt to diverse research needs.

  • Automatic data handling: Supports real-time data entry, barcode reading, and export to XLS/XLSX formats.

  • High throughput: Processes 200–250 cores per hour, enabling rapid array construction.

  • Comprehensive imaging and tracking: Records donor block images for documentation and traceability.

  • Cost-effective design: Combines advanced technology with low operational costs for laboratories of all sizes.

  • Specifications:

    • Block capacity: 67 (1 recipient + 66 donors)

    • Core diameters: 0.6 / 1.0 / 1.5 / 2.0 / 2.5 / 3.0 mm

    • Speed: 200–250 cores per hour

    • Precision: ±0.001 mm

    • Dimensions: 560 × 520 × 510 mm

    • Weight: 43 kg