Cavro ® robotics

Product catalog summary

Overview
The document provides an overview of Cavro® robotics, focusing on OEM liquid handling robots used in molecular diagnostics, life sciences, and analytical chemistry. It highlights the key benefits, product offerings, and specifications of various Cavro robotic components.

Key Benefits

Industry-proven solutions that reduce technology risk.
High accuracy, precision, and durability for repetitive tasks.
Integrated capacitive liquid level detection for process security.
Faster time-to-market with UL recognized and RoHS compliant components.
Quality and regulatory compliance under ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820 standards.
Flexible configuration options with a variety of pipetting and accessory choices.

Product Offerings

Cavro Omni Robot: Offers reliable pipetting with flexible integration and rapid prototyping capabilities.
Cavro Omni Flex: Provides a complete development solution with integrated power supply and modular design.
Cavro Robotic Sample Processor (RSP): Automates liquid handling tasks with cost-effective solutions and easy integration.
Cavro Mini Sample Processor (MSP): Compact design for straightforward automation of sample preparation.

Accessories and Options

Includes valves, syringes, racks, carriers, consumables, and probes to simplify integration and development.
Air displacement pipettor (ADP) and syringe pumps offer precision and reliability.
Wash stations and smart valves enhance process security and minimize contamination risks.

Specifications

Detailed specifications for power requirements, communications, motor driver technology, process security, and software programming are provided for each robotic component.

Conclusion
Cavro robotics offers a comprehensive range of OEM liquid handling solutions designed to accelerate instrument development, ensure quality compliance, and provide flexible integration options for various laboratory applications.

Specifications Overview

Mechanical Specifications: The document outlines the travel lengths for the X, Y, and Z axes across different models, with specific measurements provided in both millimeters and inches. Restrictions may apply based on configuration.
Dimensions: Detailed dimensions for MSP 9250 and 9500 models are provided, including width, depth, and height in both metric and imperial units.
Payload Capacity: Maximum payloads for each axis are specified, with the X-axis supporting up to 6.6 kg, the Y-axis up to 3.2 kg, and the Z-axis varying based on the configuration.
Accuracy and Repeatability: The document specifies accuracy and repeatability for each axis, with different tolerances for bidirectional and unidirectional movements.
Resolution and Speed: Resolution for each axis is detailed, with the X and Y axes having a resolution of 0.02 mm, and the Z-axis varying slightly. Maximum speeds for each axis are also provided.

Environmental Conditions

Operating Temperature: Ranges from 10 to 40 °C, depending on the model.
Storage Temperature: Ranges from -20 to 70 °C, with slight variations between models.
Relative Humidity: Specified as 30-80%, with conditions for non-condensing environments.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: Tecan Group Ltd. notes that while they strive for accuracy, errors or omissions may occur, and specifications can change without notice.
Trademarks: All trademarks mentioned are protected by law, with a complete list available on Tecan's website.

Catalog excerpts

CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE Cavro robotics family OEM liquid handling robots for molecular diagnostics, life sciences, and analytical chemistry ACCELERATING INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT Time-to-market is a major consideration for instrument designers in today’s fast-paced laboratory environment. The need for extensive component testing and validation can hold up release of new products, potentially harming your position in the marketplace. The use of modular, verified OEM liquid handling components can dramatically shorten development cycles and reduce risk. PRECISION LIQUID HANDLING FOR EVERY...

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE CAVRO OMNI ROBOT The Cavro Omni Robot is an OEM liquid handling robotic component that provides reliable pipetting for a wide range of applications. Designed to offer flexible integration and rapid prototyping, a large number of configurations are available, making it easy to integrate into almost any instrument design. This allows you to quickly and easily set up and run the robot, with a broad range of options to match your automated pipetting needs. Developed with ease of integration in mind, the optimized firmware and command set on the Omni Robot offer precise...

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE CAVRO OMNI FLEX The Cavro Omni Flex provides OEM instrument designers with a complete development solution for liquid handling tasks, simplifying the development, testing and regulatory approval of new automated solutions. Combining the proven liquid handling performance of the Cavro Omni Robot with a purpose-built chassis and worktable, it provides a modular, convenient solution for automation of pipetting and sample handling activities. KEY BENEFITS • Scalable – with three deck sizes to match your throughput needs • Choice of liquid handling technologies – allowing...

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE CAVRO ROBOTIC SAMPLE PROCESSOR (RSP) The workhorse of the Tecan Cavro range, the Cavro RSP is the perfect OEM robotic component to automate liquid handling tasks. Available with one or two arms and a variety of pipetting options with integrated liquid level sensing, it offers a cost-effective solution for virtually any application. The Cavro RSP is available in a number of sizes and configurations and is compatible with other Cavro components – such as pumps and smart valves – to allow easy integration. The Central Control Unit (CCU) provides on-board handling...

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE CAVRO MINI SAMPLE PROCESSOR (MSP) The Cavro MSP brings together the mechanical components necessary to develop an automated sample processor in a single unit. Its compact design delivers straightforward automation of sample preparation or assays. The Cavro MSP’s modular construction to enable quick and easy configuration for performing specific sample handling tasks. It offers the same benefits and pipetting options as the Cavro RSP in a compact package, enabling faster integration of pumps and accessories, and provides a highly configurable worktable for sample...

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE OPTIONS FOR ROBOTICS Tecan offers a range of Cavro brand accessories – including valves, syringes, racks, carriers, consumables and probes – to further simplify device integration and product development, ensuring we can provide the right solution for your application. Air displacement pipettor (ADP) Compact, air-driven pipetting solution for easy integration and advanced process security, ensuring long life and reproducible pipetting for your instrument. • Broad pipetting range – from <1 to 1,000 μl • High resolution pipetting – up to 25 nl/increment (40,000...

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08 CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE OMNI OMNI FLEX MiniWash pump s Smart Valve pump s Smart IO board s Carriers, racks and trays s Multifunction Controller s board (MFC board) s Liquid-based pipetting s s Disposable tip adaptor s s Eight-channel head s s Gripper s s Liquid level detection s s Syringe pumps s s Skins s Full shield with sensors s Door locks (Full shield) s Door locks (Front door) s Task lighting s Bottles s Housing for pumps s Wash station s Tubing routing s Integration kits

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS FOR ROBOTICS Tecan offers a full range of accessories, consumable and spare parts – including fixed pipetting probes, rotary valves, syringes, syringe seals, racks and trays – for all Cavro brand OEM liquid handling robots. Tubing assemblies Tecan offers high quality tubing in a wide range of lengths, diameters, materials, colors and end configurations – with a various fitting assemblies – to meet the needs of your life science and diagnostic applications. Racks and carriers Ready to dispense into a microplate or sample tube? Choose from...

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10 CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE CAVRO DISPOSABLE TIPS Cavro Disposable Tips are designed for use with the Omni Robot and ADP, and are manufactured to the same high quality standards as Tecan’s broad portfolio of consumables for life sciences customers. Using state-of-the-art production processes and integrated quality control procedures, these tips ensure consistent pipetting performance and provide complete peace of mind. Tecan Standard Tecan Pure Application examples ELISA: Sample handling, Genomics research: customer segments Biochemical screening Forensics, Molecular Diagnostics...

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CAVRO ROBOTICS OVERVIEW BROCHURE 11 CAVRO OMNI ROBOT CAVRO OMNI FLEX CAVRO RSPPOWER REQUIREMENTS Operating voltage 24 V DC (+10/-2%) 100 to 240VAC, 50/60Hz 24 V DC (±10 %) MSP 9250: Maximum power/current Approx. 3 A consumption (in XYZ single arm configuration) Approx. 6 A (in XYZ dual arm configuration) 10A (Including 3A for power 2.5 A (single arm) MSP 9250: output receptac|es) 4 a (dual arms) 300 W To other Cavro devices CAN, RS-485 Protocol TCP/IP or Tecan OEM TCP/IP Tecan OEM protocol Tecan OEM protocol MOTOR DRIVER TECHNOLOGY Axis Control Stepper...

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