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Ingenious sample handling

PAL System’s new generation of sample preparation and handling instruments.

widely used and successful sample preparation and handling platforms. 40'000 systems worldwide are proof of its reliability and flexi- bility. Each PAL leaving the factory has passed a 24h specifica- tion test. The PAL's mechanical precision and robustness form the basis for precise and accurate handling of gaseous and liquid Headspace, SPME or Liquid? Why not all three? PAL Systems can be adapted or extended to meet almost any requirement. Numerous options allow to increase sample capacity, add in- jection or switching valves or modules for sample preparation. Ingeniously reliable

Choose, then configure your PAL for the jobs you want done.

PAL RTC Highest Productivity The PAL RTC with Robotic Tool Change is the logical (r)evolution of the successful PAL-xt product line. It is a robotic platform for the efficient and safe automation of most sample preparation steps. The robotic change of tools enables unattended 24/7 operation, even for multistep workflows and thereby greatly increases the productivity of labs. At the same time process safety is optimized since all operations become traceable. PAL RSI Workhorse for Sample Prep The RSI is the robust workhorse for analytical labs. It is the cost effective solution for labs in...

The PAL RSI is the reliable and flexible workhorse for todays analytical labs. PAL RSI with extended x-axis for LC/MS Ingeniously reliable. Laboratories work under time pressure and often with a tremendous workload. The reliability of hardware and software should not be something the user has to worry about. Reliability is just expected from every tool. That is exactly what the PAL RSI was designed for. It is a tool that you can rely on. 40.000 PAL systems worldwide are proof of this. Every PAL RSI leaving our factory has passed a 24 h robustness test.

The PAL RSI defines the industry standard for intelligent sample preparation and is the most flexible system on the market. PAL RSI with standard x-axis for GC & GC/MS The RSI is a flexible tool. Its open and modular architecture makes it the most versatile system on the market. Tools can be exchanged readily within minutes. PAL customers working with GC love the possibility to use liquid, headspace or SPME sampling on the same system. LC customers use the PAL because of its huge sample capacity, the range of syringes and valves available. Only some of the numerous options available for the...

The PAL RTC is all about increasing productivity. PAL RTC with extended x-axis for LC/MS Automation is the way to increase productivity and (process) safety in the laboratory. Transferring repetitive or dangerous manual tasks to a robot improves safety. The possibility to run the instrument 24h/day increases throughput, especially for long sample preparations. The PAL RTC was developed to maximize productivity in analytical and clinical labs. Robotic Tool Change (RTC) brings sample preparation to a higher level. Every process requires a number of different tools for best performance, e.g. a...

Robotic Tool Change takes productivity to a new level. PAL RTC with standard x-axis for GC & GC/MS Ingeniously productive. – – – – Automatic selection of the syringe with optimal accuracy for adding standards or preparing serial dilutions On the fly switching between a syringe tool for the addition of an internal standard and the LC/MS Tool for subsequent analysis Possibility to permanently configure several workflows on one system for a walk-up prep station, e.g. Liquid/ Liquid Extraction and Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) Automated optimization of methods e.g. by selecting the most suitable...

Innovative Features giving real Benefits. Robotic Tool Change (PAL RTC only) for productivity The unique Park Station enables the Robotic Tool Change. – – – With different syringes available always the ideal one can be selected, for instance one syringe is reserved for standard addition to minimize carryover while 2 others are used for dilution steps. The RTC speeds up SPME method development by allowing automatic sampling of different types of SPME fibers. The PAL RTC identifies type of tool and its position automatically. Increased Vial Capacity 162 x 2mL or 60 x 10mL or 20mL vials/tray...

Discrimination free Injection Complete injection cycle time 100msec Ultrafast injections down to 100 ms reduce discrimination in GC down to C40/C20 > 0.98. Step 1 Injector port penetration Step 2 Ultrafast injection Step 3 Needle retraction Minimized carryover and reproducible injection of minute sample volumes Bottom sensing makes sure that small volumes can be injected out of a few µL of sample (e.g. 3 x 1µL out of 5µL). With Constant Force Technology the PAL detects the correct position of the needle in the specially designed needle seal. Potential carryover is avoided. Bottom sensing...

For every analytical method the right tools and modules, tailor the PAL that suits your needs.

Park Station (RTC only) The unique Park Station allows a robotic tool change (syringes with different volumes or different tool types) for advanced sample preparation, liquid handling (dilutions), derivatization steps or any other time consuming repetitive step. The additional versatility in combination with the increased volume range are significant benefits and allow the realization of flexible tailor-made automation processes. – – – – Park Station for up to three injection tools Installation of up to 2 Park Stations on one PAL RTC Process safety through tool recognition and position...

SPME Fiber Conditioning Module – – – – For the conditioning of SPME fibers prior to sample collection Temperature range up to 350°C Purge gas connection for more efficiency Additional port for a replacement fiber Vortex Mixer Module For efficient mixing (dilution / extraction). – Standard vial sizes: 2mL / 10mL / 20mL – 1 additional slot for custom specific vials – Provides efficient mixing with up to 2000rpm Agitator Module For the incubation and agitation of samples. – – – – 6 positions for 20mL vials Temperature range 40-200°C Agitation speed 250-750rpm Optional adapters for 2mL or 10mL...