Vacuum Pump

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TeleChem’s ArrayIt® brand vacuum pumps (Cat. AVP and AVP220) set a new standard for oil-free laboratory vacuum pumps. Our AVP products are extremely quiet, rugged and durable, and can be used for the full spectrum of microarray laboratory applications including solution filtration, vacuum stations in microarray robots, vacuum manifolds for DNA purification, cleanroom, and many other laboratory applications.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Quality Control
Product Description
Technical Specifications
Technical Assistance
Short Protocol
Complete Protocol
Equipment
Troubleshooting Tips
Ordering Information
Operation Conditions
Warranty

Introduction
Congratulations on taking a big step towards improving the economies of scale, quality and speed of your genomics research. This booklet contains information needed to use TeleChem’s ArrayIt® Brand Vacuum Pump (AVP).

Quality Control
TeleChem assures the performance of this product. The finest scientific research went into the development of this product. Rigorous quality control monitoring of every instrument guarantees that this vacuum pump exceeds the highest industry standards.

Product Description
TeleChem’s ArrayIt® Brand Vacuum Pumps (Cat. AVP and AVP220) set a new standard for laboratory vacuum pumps. The AVPs are extremely quiet, rugged and durable, and can be used to power vacuum stations in microarray robots, vacuum manifolds for DNA purification, vacuum filtration, and many other laboratory applications.

Users will appreciate the following features:

Compatible with all microarray robot dry stations
Ideal for PCR Purification and other microplate-based kits
Can be used with any vacuum manifold
Near noise-free operation of 45dB
Ultra-low vibration
Low thermal output
Excellent all-purpose vacuum pump for laboratory applications
Oil-free and fully cleanroom compatible
Rugged design ensures years of maintenance-free performance
In-line filter traps particles and vapors
Quick release tubing connector simplifies use
Uses convenient 5/16” and 3/8” (8 and 10 mm) vacuum tubing
Vacuum meter on front of unit allows easy reading
Easy access on/off switch
110-volt and 220-volt versions for world-wide usage

Technical Specifications

0.8 bar vacuum pressure (Maximum Vacuum 440mbar-550mbar)
2.1 cubic feet per minute (70 liters/min) air flow
45 decibel (dB) noise level at 1 meter
Input hose fitting ports of 10mm + 6mm or 3/8" + 1/4
2 meter (6 ft) power cord
Weight: 15 lbs (7 kg)
Size (L, W, H): 12.4 x 7.1 x 8.7 in (315 x 180 x 220 mm)
CE approved
Low power consumption of 95 watts
U.S. version (Cat. AVP): 110 volts at 60 Hz
Overseas version (Cat. AVP220): 220 volts at 50 Hz

Technical Assistance
Please contact us if you have any comments, suggestions, or if you need technical assistance. By electronic mail: arrayit@arrayit.com (under the subject heading please type ArrayIt technical assistance). By telephone: (408) 744-1331, Monday—Friday PST 9:00am - 4:30pm. Please remember that we want to hear about your successes!

Short Protocol

Remove Vacuum Pump from packaging material.
Insert plug into a standard 3-prong 110-volt outlet.
Insert vacuum tubing into red “quick connect” port.
Turn on red power switch.
Turn off red power switch after use.

Complete Protocol

Remove Vacuum Pump from packaging material. For standard laboratory use, simply remove packaging material and use immediately. For cleanroom use, decontaminate the packaging material with forced air and ethanol prior to moving the unit into the cleanroom vestibule. Once inside the vestibule or changing area, unwrap the pump and transport into the cleanroom. The oil-free operation is ideal for cleanroom applications.
Insert plug into a standard 3-prong 110-volt outlet. Unwrap the black power cord and insert it into a standard 110-volt electrical outlet containing 3 ports.
Insert vacuum tubing into red “quick connect” port. Connect the vacuum manifold, microarray robot dry station, filtration apparatus, or any other device of interest by inserting a length of 1/4” (6.4 mm) rigid vacuum tubing into the quick connect port on the front of the instrument. Press the tubing into place firmly, making sure that the tubing penetrates the beveled portion on the interior of the quick connect. Rigid vacuum tubing such as irrigation tubing is ideal because it inserts more readily, though softer tubing types such as silicon tubing also work well. To disconnect the tubing, press inward on the red collar of the connector, and pull firmly outward on the tubing. Do not attempt to disconnect the tubing without first pressing inward on the red collar.
Turn on red power switch. Vacuum pressure is initiated by powering on the Vacuum Pump using the red power switch on the front of the unit. The vacuum limiter pressure knob stops the strength of the vacuum exceeding whatever you have set it to.
Turn off red power switch after use. The ArrayIt Vacuum Pump (AVP) is not intended for continuous use. Please power the unit down after each use. Nominally, the pump is intended to be used for up to 8 consecutive hours, after which time the unit should be powered down. Continuous use may result in accelerated wear and may pose a safety hazard due to overheating.

Fig. 1. ArrayIt® brand Vacuum Pumps (AVP) running a microarrayer dry station in dual mode in a class 100 cleanroom. Two pumps are connected in parallel for greater performance. The quiet, low thermal output, oil-free operation is ideal for a cleanroom environment.

Linear Pump Operating Principle
The activated electromagnet attracts the piston against the return spring, while air is taken into the cylinder through the open inlet valve. When the electromagnet is deactivated, the return spring pushes the piston back, and the compressed air is moved out of the cylinder through the outlet valve.

Equipment and Reagents
Vacuum Filter Manifold
PCR Purification Kits
Fluorescent Probe Purification Kits
Dye Terminator Cleanup Kits
Cleanroom Wipes

Troubleshooting Tips
Pump fails to pull sufficient vacuum

Adjust the black pressure screw beneath the pressure gauge.
Make certain the 5/8” tubing is inserted fully in the quick release

Ordering Information

Product

Description

Catalog ID

Price (US dollars)*

ArrayIt® Vacuum Pump, 110-Volt Version

High performance, high air flow, oil-free, extremely quiet and durable vacuum pump for exacting scientific applications including microarray dry stations, vacuum manifolds, and other laboratory equipment. The 110-volt version provides “best in class” service for domestic customers.

AVP

$1,650

ArrayIt® Vacuum Pump, 220-Volt Version

High performance, high air flow, oil-free, extremely quiet and durable vacuum pump for exacting scientific applications including microarray dry stations, vacuum manifolds, and other laboratory equipment. The 220-volt version provides “best in class” service for overseas customers.

AVP220

$1,650

Vacuum Pump Discounts:
1-5 pumps = list price ($1,650)
6-10 pumps = 5% discount ($1,567.50)
11-15 pumps = 10% discount ($1,485.50)
16-20 pumps = 15% discount ($1,402.50)
21+ pumps = 20% discount ($1,320.00)

To order ArrayIt® brand Products: call 408-744-1331, fax 408-744-1711 or click on the buttons above to proceed directly to the purchase page.

*International pricing may vary as much as 30% (or more depending on country) due to import duties, stocking fees and technical support.

Operation Conditions
Our ArrayIt® brand Vacuum Pump (AVP) products should be stored and operated at ambient temperatures and humidity. The vacuum pumps perform well across a wide range of ambient temperatures and relative humidity and are fully compatible with class 100 cleanrooms. These pumps should provide 2-3 years of maintenance-free high performance operation if used properly.

Warranty
ArrayIt® brand products have been scientifically developed and are sold for research purposes. Extreme care and exact attention should be practiced in the use of the materials described herein. All ArrayIt® products are subject to extensive quality control and are guaranteed to perform as described when used properly. Any problems with an ArrayIt® brand product should be reported to TeleChem immediately. TeleChem’s liability is limited to the replacement of the product, or a full refund. Any misuse of this product including deviations from our protocols is the full responsibility of the user, and TeleChem makes no warranty or guarantee under such circumstances.

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