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Sample handling device for an analytical instrument

US6973846B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMay 2, 2003
Grant dateDec 13, 2005
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Expiry dateNov 21, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N30/24
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention relates to a sample handling device for an analytical device, comprising a sampler provided with a holder, a movable holding arm for the holder and a support for the holder, said support being arranged in a stationary manner with respect to the holding arm, said holder being transferable between a suspended position on the support and a position located on the holding arm and being releasable from the holding arm by a pulling force exerted by the holding arm substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the latter.

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