Liquid management unit FLUENT 780 - Good 2016

Maximize Efficiency and Flexibility with the Fluent 780

The Tecan Fluent 780 represents a major advancement in laboratory automation and liquid handling. This innovative system is designed to provide optimal flexibility, functionality, and efficiency in a compact format. Equipped with Tecan's patented Dynamic Deck™, the Fluent 780 allows users to easily configure and reconfigure the workstation, maximizing available space and system versatility without increasing its physical footprint.

One of the key features of the Fluent 780 is its intuitive user interface. The dedicated touchscreen operates in a simplified mode, specifically designed for executions, and can be customized for each user, reducing the need for extensive training. This intuitive interface simplifies operations by clearly defining each step, ensuring consistent and efficient system use.

The Fluent 780 excels in its integration with a wide range of peripherals through the FluentControl™ software. This integration enables autonomous management of complex tasks with minimal intervention. FluentControl™ not only optimizes throughput but also enhances system efficiency by automating processes while reducing the need for manual involvement.

The Fluent 780's Path Finder™ technology further enhances efficiency by calculating the optimal path for each arm, tailored to specific tasks. This patented feature allows multiple tasks to be performed simultaneously with fast, independent arms, significantly accelerating lab processes and maximizing operational efficiency.

The system also ensures result integrity through various integrated technologies. These include 1D/2D barcode scanning for precise sample tracking, liquid level detection for reliable pipetting, and plate movement confirmations. User interaction logs provide a complete record of activities, essential for maintaining high standards of quality and traceability.

One of the great advantages of the Fluent 780 is its ability to handle unexpected changes thanks to the Active Stop and Resume function. This feature allows operators to access the work deck during an execution to correct configuration errors or omissions. Once adjustments are made, the process resumes where it left off, minimizing major interruptions and ensuring workflow continuity.

The Fluent 780’s Adaptive Signal™ technology represents an advancement in liquid level detection, offering real-time monitoring of liquid aspiration and delivery. This enables the use of smaller sample volumes and reduces dead volumes, while also providing exceptional error handling for optimal liquid handling performance.

The Fluent 780 also simplifies the transfer of methods between different instruments. The system’s precision and Zero-G capability allow for easy configuration of channel positions for various microplate formats, including 96, 384, and 1,536 wells. Methods can be easily transferred by exporting and importing scripts, eliminating the need for time-consuming instrument configurations.

The Fluent 780 stands out for its ability to offer both liquid and air displacement technologies within a single instrument. The Flexible Channel Arm allows the use of washable fixed tips or disposable tips for liquid handling, while air displacement avoids the use of system liquids, making it particularly suited for genomics applications. This dual technology enhances system flexibility and productivity.

The Fluent 780’s Multiple Channel Arm allows for a quick transition from a 96-channel head to a 384-channel head in seconds. This arm boosts the productivity of automated liquid handling processes by managing varied combinations of rows and columns, making tasks such as plate replication, sample reformatting, and serial dilution generation more efficient.

The Fluent 780 improves process security with robust audit trails and method recovery features. These features ensure that protocols can be restored after unexpected interruptions, minimizing potential loss of samples and reagents.

The Fluent 780 combines advanced liquid handling technologies, exceptional flexibility, and intuitive user interfaces. It offers a powerful solution for laboratory automation, with easy peripheral integration, a wide range of applications, and reliable results, making it an indispensable tool for any high-throughput laboratory.

• Base Unit Weight: 140 kg
• Footprint Depth: 780 mm (30.71 in.)
• Overall Depth: 923 mm (36.34 in.)
• Overall Height (on Cabinet): 1977 mm (77.8 in.)
• Overall Length: 1650 mm
• Line Voltage (Single Phase): 100–240 VAC
• Input Current: 9.8 A (at 100 V) – 4 A (at 240 V)
• Frequency: 50–60 Hz
• Output Voltage: 24–28 V (Factory set: 25.2 V)
• Continuous Power: 500 W
• Peak Power (Time Limit): 1500 W for 3 seconds
• Weight: 3.8 kg (8.5 lbs.)
• Operating Temperature: 15–32°C (59–90°F)
• Operating Humidity: 30–80% relative (non-condensing) at 30°C (86°F)
• Operating Altitude: Max. 2000 m above sea level
• Transport Temperature: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
• Transport Humidity: 20–80% relative (non-condensing)
• Storage Temperature: 1–60°C (34–140°F)
• Storage Humidity: 5–80% relative (non-condensing) at 30°C (86°F) or below