Sample-tube cassette and mounting plate for use with homogenizing device
US10391462B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 17, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F31/201
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A mounting apparatus for holding tubes of samples for processing by a homogenizer. The mounting apparatus includes a processing plate and at least one cassette, with the plate for mounting to the homogenizer, the cassette for mounting to the plate, and the tube for holding by the cassette. In some embodiments, the cassette includes one or more tube-retention assemblies for removably securing the tube against axial, lateral, and/or rotational movement, for example, using centrifugal forces of the homogenizer for retention assistance. In some embodiments, the cassette is removably mounted to the plate, for example, using centrifugal forces of the homogenizer for retention assistance. And in some embodiments, the tube can be replaced in the cassette with the cassette mounted to the plate adjacent an access opening through which the tube can pass, while centrifugal forces assist in retaining the tubes in the cassette during operation of the homogenizer.
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