Pentra C400
Clinical Chemistry Analyzer
The Pentra C400 is a compact, fully automated clinical chemistry analyzer designed to perform both routine and specialty tests on a single system. It handles up to 55 onboard assays, offers continuous sample loading, and supports high efficiency with optional ion-selective electrode (ISE) capabilities—perfect for mid- to high-throughput laboratory settings.
Why Choose Pentra C400
Broad Test Menu – Features up to 55 assays onboard for comprehensive coverage.
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High Throughput – Processes up to 420 tests/hour with the optional ISE module.
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Continuous Loading – Efficient sample processing with 6 racks and barcode-based identification.
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Smart Reagent Management – Cassettes with refrigerated storage and automated monitoring ensure reliability.
Technical Specifications of Pentra C400
General Description
- Analysis Method Types:
- Spectrophotometry: Colorimetry and Turbidimetry
- Potentiometry: Direct (Serum or Plasma) and Indirect (Urine)
- Up to 55 assays on board
- Optional ISE Module (Na+, K+, Cl-)
- Maximum Throughput: 420 test/h
- CE Marked
Sample Handling
- Sample Capacity: 6 racks with 10 sample positions for primary tubes or cups
- Continuous loading
- Positive Sample Identification: Integrated Barcode Reader and Tube Presence Detector
- Sample Integrity:Level, Shock and Clot Detection
- Sample Collection Format: 0.7, 4, 5, 7 and 10 mL (diameter: 16mm)
- Sample Specimen: Serum, Plasma, Urine, CSF, Whole Blood, Homogeneous Fluids
- Sample Volume: 2 to 380 µL
- Automatic Sample Dilution: from 1/2 to 1/22,500
- ISE: 20 µL (Indirect) or 60 µL (Direct)
- Automatic Post Concentration: from x2.0 to x 10.0
- Automatic Re-run
Calibrator/Control Handling
- Calibrator/Controls Positioning on Sample or Reagent Tray
- Automatic Standard Dilution Series:
- Dilution Factors: Main Direct 1/2 - 1/150
- Dilution Factors: Main Indirect 1/2 - 1/1508
Reagent Handling
- 52 Reagent positions on board:
- 44 in a closed refrigerated area (2-10°C)
- 8 at room temperature
- Positive Reagent Identification:Integrated Barcode Reader
- Reagent Probe : Level Detection and Preheating
- Reagent Management with Cassettes: Automated Reagent On-board Stability Check plus Test Countdown with automatic back-up
- Reagent Volume: from 2 to 600 µL
Reaction System
- Reaction Volume: 150 to 600 µL
- Reaction Temperature: Air bath at 37°C
- Photometer Reaction Cycle:12 seconds
- Mixing with Teflon-coated Stirrer
- Reaction Time: 1 to 100 cycles
- Disposable Acrylic Cuvettes
- Automatic Cuvette Changer
- Cuvette Capacity: 36 segments (432 cuvettes)
- 7 Integrated Calculation Algorithms
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