Wash element, wash station and process for washing reusable fluid manipulators
US9164116B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 7, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L9/52
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A wash element for washing one or more reusable fluid manipulators is provided comprising at least one nozzle for connection to a fluid pump to generate a fluid jet and at least one deflector surface positioned to deflect the fluid jet towards a washing zone for receiving at least a portion of the fluid manipulator. The deflector surface is being shaped to broaden the fluid jet. The invention further relates to a wash station having a cavity provided with one or more wash elements. The invention yet further relates to an automated system for manipulating fluids comprising at least one wash station and a controller set up to control washing the fluid manipulator. In a process for washing the reusable fluid manipulator at least a portion of the fluid manipulator is moved in a washing zone, a fluid jet of washing fluid is generated and directed onto a deflector surface shaped to broaden and deflect the fluid jet towards the washing zone.
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