Analyzer system and drive mechanism for same
US7862774B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 18, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L3/021
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An analyzer system has an instrument holder that can hold at least two instruments and is movable along a vertical guide. At least one washing device is provided for the instruments, with one or more jet orifices fed by a supply conduit to spray wash fluid at the instruments. The washing device comprises one or more wash rings surrounding the instruments. The washing device is separate from and movable in relation to the instrument holder, and the one or more jet orifices are aimed at the instruments positioned inside the one or more wash rings.
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