Gold Standard Diagnostics ThunderBolt ELISA and CLIA Analyzer
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Product description
The ThunderBolt is an innovative 2-plate, fully automated, open platform that is compact and cost efficient. The user friendly and flexible software is capable of programming a broad range of protocols. The ThunderBolt is available for both ELISA and Chemiluminescent (CLIA) applications.
The ThunderBolt is a fully automated microtiter plate processor that is able to completely perform sample processing steps, including dilutions, dispenses, incubations, shaking, and wash processes. The ThunderBolt also provides photometric and luminescent measurement and evaluation. The ThunderBolt is controlled by a Windows PC software program (Storm Instrument Manager) that is specifically designed for the system.
The ThunderBolt offers automation features previously reserved for instruments many times the price and size. Streamline your workflow with easy loading, and fully automated processing, reading and reporting of results. Experience the difference ThunderBolt® automation will bring to your laboratory.
Ultimate Flexibility, Premium Content, Expert Installation. Leverage a vast network of premium assays sourced from the best manufacturers around the globe. Program the ThunderBolt® to run virtually any EIA or CLIA* assay with up to eight different protocols in a single batch.
Compact & Capable, Reclaim Bench Space, Maintain Capability. Even as the smallest and lightest instrument in its class, the ThunderBolt® packs a punch. Recover bench-top real estate occupied by bulky, outdated equipment by upgrading to ThunderBolt® automation. With a 2’ x 2’ footprint, and weighing in at a mere 65 pounds, the ThunderBolt® can easily be moved by one person.
Features and benefits
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| Flexible |
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| User-friendly |
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Specifications
| Sample capacity | 192 patient sample positions |
| Reagent positions | 16 custom reagent positions |
| Test tube size(s) | Standards 12, 13 or 16 x 75 mm tubes (custom racks also available) |
| Micro-titer plate (MTP) positions | 2 positions |
| Pre-dilution MTP positions | 1 position |
| Well tracking | Independent well tracking and timing |
| Wash bottles | 2 external wash bottles |
| Probe/needle | Single probe, dual needle |
| Dispense volume | Up to 300 µl |
| Aspiration volume | 1 µl |
| Incubation temperature | Up to 40 ºC |
| Photometer wavelengths | 405, 450, 490, 550 and 630 nm wavelengths standard (custom wavelengths available) |
| Chemiluminescence photomultiplier tube (PMT) | Detection type: glow; Spectral range: 300-500 nm; Dark count: 50 counts per second (standard); Measuring time: 200 ms (adjustable 1 to 1000 ms); Dynamic range: 6 decades (optional add-on) |
| Orbital MTP shaker | Amplitude: 1mm; Speed: Up to 900 RPM; Capacity: 3 MTP (2 reaction, 1 pre-dilution) |
| Power supply | 120-265V, 50-60Hz |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 64 cm x 57 cm x 45 cm (25.2 in x 22.5 in x 17.7 in) |
| CE listed | Yes |
Software specifications
| Language | Multi-language support |
| Calculations | Point to point, linear regression, cubic spline, 4PL, 5 PL, Lin-Lin, Lin-Log, Log-Log representation |
| Architecture | Fully customizable |
| Protocol design | Fully open and highly configurable test designer; custom output reports |
| LIS integration | Bi-directional, RS232, USB, TCP/IP |
| User interface | MS Windows Graphical User Interface (Windows 7, Windows 8) |
Ordering information
| Cat. No. | Description |
|---|---|
| GS00300 | ELISA analyzer |
| GS00300CL | ELISA and CLIA analyzer |
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