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Home » Imaging Components » Robotic Sample Loaders » SL160 Robotic Slide Loader For High Throughput Screening
SL160 Robotic Slide Loader For High Throughput Screening.

SL160 Robotic Slide Loader For High Throughput Screening


High Capacity With Sample Protection For Upright Microscopes

The SL160 robotic slide loader enables reliable, automatic scanning for up to 160 slides. With its high capacity and integrated sensing systems to protect samples, it can be set to run continuously for long periods with peace of mind.

Automated sample handling not only enables operators to focus on interpreting results, but minimizing handling reduces the risk of slides being damaged.

The loader is compatible with many upright commercial microscopes, Prior’s OpenStand imaging platform, and is customizable for OEM products. The slide loader is easy to set up with an open-access SDK for seamless integration into existing systems or with custom slide scanning systems.

Typical applications include loading slides for pathology, cytology, and high-throughput screening. As well as life science, the SL160 can be adapted for geological, materials science, and agritech samples.

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  • Small footprint of 850 x 650 x 710 mm / 33.5 x 25.6 x 28 in (W x L x H)
  • High capacity to price ratio, enabling throughput to be increased over time by adding more systems
  • Open SDK and adaptable hardware for system integrators
  • High throughput with a fast loading cycle and 4-slide trays
  • Extremely secure sample loading method
Capacity 160 slides, Four 76 x 26 x 1 mm slides in each slide holder, 20 slide holders per slide hotel x 2 hotels
Load Time 10 seconds, 15 seconds with slide preview
Footprint 850 x 650 x 710 mm / 33.5 x 25.6 x 28 in (W x L x H)
Scan Time Typically under 60 seconds (scan area 15 x 15 mm, 20x magnification)

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