Sample collection options: Sarstedt Microvette and simalar size tubes
Fraction collector type: Rotary, 10 position; additional samples can be collected once initial samples are removed
Sample storage temperature: 4-6° C, displayed on control screen in real-time
Maximum number of sampling time points: 20
Maximum duration of sampling session: Unlimited
Collection modes: Low Loss, No Low Loss, DBS Low Loss, DBS No Low Loss, Large Animal, Bile Collection
Auto-retry routine: Skips to next sample if user settable number of retries fail to pull in blood
KVO feature for catheter patency: Adjustable rate; 5 μL per pulse
Push-before-pull volume for catheter patency Adjustable from 0-50μL
Time to take one sample: Varies based on catheter and tubing volume and parameter settings (typically 3-5 min)
Sample volume: Adjustable for each time point
Minimum sample volume: 10 µL
Sample volume accuracy: +/- 10 µL typical; can be optimized to +/- 3 µL on microsamples
Maximum sample volume: No limit, vial dependent
Max # of 100μL samples from a rat: 33
Max # of 15μL samples from a mouse: 18
Sample dilution: None
Recommended IV fluid: Normal saline with 10-20 units heparin per ml
Volume of blood withdrawn per sample: Sample volume plus typically 40-80μL; all but sample volume plus 2-4μL returned to animal; sampled blood volume replaced with IV fluid
Tee blood sensors: Electrical impedance technology
Syringe pump integration: Can start and monitor Harvard Apparatus Model 11 Elite pumps for IV dosing
Computer system requirements: PC or laptop with Windows 7, Windows 10 OS
Maximum samplers per computer: 12
Communication method: USB via RS-232 converter
Communication cable length: 6ft (1.8m) standard; other lengths may be ordered
Power supply: 12VDC, 5A; 100-240 VAC input, 47-63 Hz
Power consumption: Less than 50W per unit, excluding computer; UPS recommended
Weight: 5 kg (11lbs)
Dimensions (WxDxH): 20 x 25 x 13 cm (8 x 10 x 5 in)