Beckman Coulter AU480 Automated Chemistry Analyzer
The Beckman Coulter AU480 Automated Chemistry Analyzer is ideal as a primary chemistry analyzer for small to medium-size hospitals and laboratories or as a dedicated specialty analyzer for larger institutions. Automate and consolidate chemistry testing with ClearChem’s 130 test menu including chemistry, urine chemistry, specific proteins, esoteric chemistries and tests for therapeutic drug monitoring, drugs-of-abuse, and thyroid function. With random access throughput of up to 400 photometric tests per hour (up to 800 with electrolytes), on-board menu of over 63 tests and user-definable sample handling options, the AU480 delivers efficiency for real world lab needs.
Standardization
Only Olympus standardizes chemistry testing for low to very high-volume laboratories. This provides greater productivity, increased efficiency, and lower cost for your lab
Fast and reliable turnaround times
Up to 400 photometric tests per hour and up to 800 tests per hour with electrolytes
Immediate STAT interrupt that gives you basic metabolic eight test panel results within five minutes
Walk away design saves operator time
80-sample rack loading for peak workloads with continuous loading capability
22-sample STAT carousel
Direct tube sampling for 3.0, 5.0, 7.0, 10.0 mL primary tubes and pediatric micro cup option
Multiple bar code capability provides easier and faster calibration with lower cost
Enhanced, reflex, and repeat testing
Automated pre-dilution for urine and other specimens
Open design for direct connectivity to many lab automation systems
Automated reagent handling
ClearChem reagents are liquid and ready-to-use
Barcoded cartridges provide automated reagent management (on-board stability, expiration, and calibration tracking)
All 76 R1, R2 reagent positions are open for random cartridge placement
State-of-the-art Advanced Calibration stores multiple calibration curves per test
Reagent Inventory management alerts the operator by comparing on-board reagent test volume versus average daily workload
Automatic changeover from empty to a fresh bottle
Multiple sized reagent cartridges hold from 100 to 6000+ tests to meet the needs of the laboratory
Efficient review of results
Choice of QC trending
Westgard multi-rule procedure
Twin plots
Levey-Jennings daily and day-to-day plots
Search function to retrieve data by individual sample and type of test (up to 100,000 patient files)
User-definable flags for abnormal results
Precision engineering for reliability and accuracy
Capacitance liquid level detection to ensure accurate pipetting for reagents and specimens
Clot detection and removal for sample probes
Crash protection for sample and reagent probes
Exclusive spot photometric technology for precision enhanced optics
Micro sampling capabilities for pediatric and other special samples
User-friendly Windows XP software: Helps reduce training time
Single Screen system check: at-a-glance graphic dashboard for monitoring system status
Universal descriptive icons and color-keyed graphics
Customized User Menu: simplifies training and operation by staff
Online Operator’s Guide and video: reinforce training with links, search and bookmarks
Software capabilities support CLIA, NCCLS, and CAP compliance
Computer-displayed maintenance videos
Web-based services: Eliminates paperwork and increases reliability
SUPPORTVISION® remote diagnostics for virtual on-site support
Olympus Partner Advantage provides technical resource access, online product training with reagent ordering and tracking capability.
Maintenance: Automated for operational cost reduction
Five (5) minutes average daily operator maintenance
Programmable power-on and start-up
Advanced calibration: stores up to five calibration curves per test
Automated cleaning and system checks
Olympus dry-bath technology means no water bath maintenance
Minimum disposables:
Permanent glass cuvettes
ISE electrodes are warranted for six months
No sample or reagent tips to replace




As A Certified Medical Device Manufacturer
licensed through the California State Department of Public Health, FDA Division, our remanufactured equipment is guaranteed to meet the most stringent requirements of this governing body. Our superior supply-chain process allows us to provide a one year parts, labor, and travel warranty. ClearChem Diagnostics takes pride in ensuring each re-certified system will look and perform as new!
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