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Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper/Recapper, Single Channel (formerly Aperio™)

Compact and bench-top, the Single Channel Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper range is tailored for efficient tube decapping and re-capping in medium-throughput laboratories. They provide the consistency of automated decapping at a more affordable cost.

  • Flexible options to suit a range of tube types
  • Fast and consistent sealing performance
  • Space saving design
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Product Details


The Azenta Life Sciences range of semi-automated systems are compact, bench top units designed for efficient tube capping in labs with medium throughput.

Offers the consistency of an automated de-capping system, but at much lower cost. Can cap a single column of tubes, from a cap carrier, in under 10 seconds and will cap, or de-cap, a complete rack of 96 tubes in under 2 minutes.

Key Features

Flexible Options to Suit a Range of Tube Types
  • 4 channel capping and de-capping system compatible with screw-capped tubes in 24-format SBS racks
  • 6 channel capping and de-capping system compatible with screw-capped tubes in 48-format SBS racks
  • 8 channel capping and de-capping system compatible with screw-capped tubes in 96-format SBS racks

Your choice of model can be configured for use with one of the following tube types:

  • Azenta Life Sciences internal and external thread screw-capped tubes
  • Thermo-Matrix internal thread screw-capped tubes
  • Micronic internal and external thread screw capped tubes
  • Thermo-Nunc Bank-IT tubes
  • LVL external thread screw capped tubes
  • Please contact your local representative for the latest list of supported tubes
Fast & Consistent Sealing Performance
  • Features a set-down position that allows the simple insertion of screw caps using a Azenta Life Sciences cap carrier
  • Caps a single tube in under 10 seconds
  • Caps or de-caps a complete rack of 96 tubes in less than 2 minutes
  • Individually spring-loaded cap drivers mean easy and consistent capping
  • All caps tightened to the same torque, delivering a secure seal and peace of mind
  • Designed for ease of use by both left and right handed people
Space Saving Design
  • Small footprint
  • Fits easily onto the bench top and is easy to install in a laminar flow cabinet
Specifications
  Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper/Recapper, Single Channel
Dimensions (H x W x D) 345 x 310 x 345mm
Weight 6kg

Product Documentation

Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper/Recapper, Single Channel Manual

Ordering Information

Part Numbers

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Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper/Recapper, 8 Channel
For use with 96-format racked tubes
46-6501 for Azenta Life Sciences 96-format internal thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6502 for Azenta Life Sciences 96-format external thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6601 for Matrix/Thermo 96-format internal thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6602 for Micronic 96-format internal thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6604 for LVL Technologies 96-format external thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6606 for Micronic 96-format external thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper/Recapper, 6 Channel
For use with 48-format racked tubes
46-6511 for Azenta Life Sciences 48-format external thread cryo tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6512 for Azenta Life Sciences 48-format internal thread cryo tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
46-6513 for Nunc 48-format internal thread cryo tubes; 1 capper/decapper
46-6605 for LVL Technologies 48-format external thread tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper
Semi-Automated Screw Cap Decapper/Recapper, 4 Channel
For use with 24-format racked tubes
46-6521 for Azenta Life Sciences 24-format external thread cryo tubes and racks; 1 capper/decapper

Support Plans

Tailored to suit your specific needs, our support plans help to minimize downtime, offering corrective services, remote diagnostics, and preventative maintenance to keep your instruments in top working order.

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