Automatic analyzer
US12235282B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2035/0444
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided is an automated analyzer comprising an ultrasonic cleaner capable of obtaining a consistent cleaning effect regardless of the operating temperature environment. This automated analyzer comprises: a dispensing mechanism having a nozzle for dispensing a sample or reagent; an ultrasonic cleaner 26 for cleaning the nozzle; and a control unit 28. The ultrasonic cleaner comprises: a cleaning tank 206; an ultrasonic vibrator 205; and a vibration head 209 that extends from the ultrasonic vibrator to the cleaning tank and has a distal end part that is inserted into the cleaning tank. The control unit inserts the nozzle into the cleaning tank and carries out a heating operation for heating the ultrasonic vibrator by driving the ultrasonic vibrator according to a driving condition different from that for a cleaning operation for cleaning the nozzle by driving the ultrasonic vibrator.
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