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Model[Instrument, FPLC]

The model for a fast protein liquid chromatography instrument that is used to analyze or purify mixtures of biomolecules.

Organizational Information

    Name

    Name of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: _String
    Pattern Description: A string.

    ID

    ID of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: _String
    Pattern Description: The ID of this object.

    Object

    Object of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: Model[Instrument, FPLC, _String]
    Pattern Description: The object reference of this object.

    Type

    Type of this Object.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: Model[Instrument, FPLC]
    Pattern Description: Model[Instrument, FPLC]

    Notebook

    Notebook this object belongs to.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Pattern Description: An object of that matches ObjectP[Object[LaboratoryNotebook]].
    Relation: Object[LaboratoryNotebook][Objects]

    Objects

    Objects that represent instances of this model.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[Instrument, FPLC][Model]

    Deprecated

    Indicates if this instrument model is historical and no longer used in the lab.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    Authors

    The person(s) who created this instrument model.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[User]

    ImageFile

    An example photo of this model of instrument.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[EmeraldCloudFile]

    UserManualFiles

    PDFs for the manuals or instruction guides for this model of instrument.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[EmeraldCloudFile]

Instrument Specifications

    InstrumentSchematics

    Detailed drawings of the instrument that explain its capabilities and limitations.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Schematic

    [[2]] Caption

      Header: Caption
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: _String

    PowerType

    The type(s) of the power source(s) used by instruments of this model.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: PowerTypeP

    BatteryRequirements

    All battery requirements for battery-powered instruments of this model.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Number of Batteries

      Header: Number of Batteries
      Class: Integer
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0, 1]

    [[2]] Battery Type

      Header: Battery Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: BatteryTypeP

    PowerConsumption

    Estimated power consumption rate of the instrument in Watts (Joule/Second).
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 watt
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Watt]

    Connector

    All data connector requirements needed to interface the instruments of this model with a computer.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Number of Connectors

      Header: Number of Connectors
      Class: Integer
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0, 1]

    [[2]] Connector Type

      Header: Connector Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: DataConnectorP

    OperatingSystem

    Operating system that the software of instruments of this model runs on.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: OperatingSystemP

    PCICard

    All PCICard requirements needed to install specialized hardware.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Number of Cards

      Header: Number of Cards
      Class: Integer
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0, 1]

    [[2]] Card Type

      Header: Card Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: PCICardP

    Dongle

    Indicates if an instrument of this model requires a security dongle in the computer to run.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    AssociatedAccessories

    Items installed with the instrument for full function.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Item

    [[2]] Quantity

      Header: Quantity
      Class: Integer
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0, 1]

    WasteType

    The type of waste generated by this instrument.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Model[Sample]

    Detectors

    A list of the available chromatographic detectors on the instrument.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: ChromatographyDetectorTypeP

    DetectorLampType

    A list of sources of illumination available for use in detection.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: LampTypeP

    AbsorbanceDetector

    The type of detector available to measure the absorbance.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: OpticalDetectorP

    AbsorbanceFilterType

    The type of wavelength selection available for absorbance measurement.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: WavelengthSelectionTypeP

    AutosamplerTubingDeadVolume

    The total volume of the tubes that connect the ends of the sample loop in the autosampler to the injection valve of the FPLC instrument.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 milliliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Milliliter]

    Mixer

    The type of mixer the pump uses to generate the gradient.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: ChromatographyMixerTypeP

    SampleLoop

    The maximum volume of sample that should be loaded in the injection loop, before it is transferred into the flow path.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Micro Liter]

    DelayVolume

    The tubing volume between the detector and the fraction collector head.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Micro Liter]

    DelayLength

    The length of tubing between the detector and the fraction collector.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 centimeter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Centi Meter]

    FlowCellVolume

    The volume of the instrument's detector's flow cell.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Micro Liter]

    FlowCellPathLength

    The pathlength of instrument's detector's flow cell.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 millimeter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Milli Meter]

    TubingInnerDiameter

    The diameter of the tubing in the flow path.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 millimeter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Milli Meter]

    ColumnConnector

    The connector on the instrument to which a column will be attached to.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Connector Type

      Header: Connector Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: ConnectorP

    [[2]] Thread Type

      Header: Thread Type
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: ThreadP

    [[3]] Material

      Header: Material
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: MaterialP

    [[4]] Gender

      Header: Gender
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: ConnectorGenderP

    [[5]] Inner Diameter

      Header: Inner Diameter
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 millimeter
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Milli Meter]

    [[6]] Outer Diameter

      Header: Outer Diameter
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 millimeter
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Milli Meter]

    SystemPrimeGradients

    List of the gradients used to purge the instrument lines at the start of an FPLC protocol for each chromatography type.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Chromatography Type

      Header: Chromatography Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: SeparationModeP

    [[2]] Gradient Method

      Header: Gradient Method
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link
      Relation: Object[Method]

    SystemFlushGradients

    List of the gradients used to purge the instrument lines at the end of an FPLC protocol for each chromatography type.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Chromatography Type

      Header: Chromatography Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: SeparationModeP

    [[2]] Gradient Method

      Header: Gradient Method
      Class: Link
      Programmatic Pattern: _Link
      Relation: Object[Method]

Pricing Information

    PricingRate

    The rate charged by the ECL for time used on this instrument in the course of conducting user experiments.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 US dollar per hour
    Programmatic Pattern: USD Hold[GreaterEqualP[0 ----]] Hour

    PricingCategory

    The generic billing category this instrument model will be listed under.
    Format: Single
    Class: String
    Programmatic Pattern: PricingCategoryP

    PricingLevel

    With respect to cost, the category of devices, for which this Instrument falls into.
    Format: Single
    Class: Integer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0, 1]

Compatibility

    PlugRequirements

    All electrical requirements for plug-in parts of this model.
    Format: Multiple

    [PlugNumber]

      Header: PlugNumber
      Class: Integer

    [Phases]

      Header: Phases
      Class: Integer

    [Voltage]

      Header: Voltage
      Class: Integer
      Unit: 1 volt

    [Current]

      Header: Current
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 ampere

    [PlugType]

      Header: PlugType
      Class: String

    AllowedPositions

    Generates a pattern of all the valid position names for this model of instrument.
    Format: Computable
    Programmatic Pattern: _Alternatives
    Expression: SafeEvaluate[{Field[Positions]}, Computables`Private`allowedPositions[Field[Positions]]]

    WettedMaterials

    A list of materials in the instrument which may be wetted by user-specified liquids.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: MaterialP

    FacilityRequirementFiles

    PDFs for facility requirements and pre-installation checkoff forms provided by the supplier for instruments of this model.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[EmeraldCloudFile]

Dimensions & Positions

    Dimensions

    The external dimensions of this model of instrument.
    Format: Single

    [[1]] DimensionX

      Header: DimensionX
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 meter
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Meter]

    [[2]] DimensionY

      Header: DimensionY
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 meter
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Meter]

    [[3]] DimensionZ

      Header: DimensionZ
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 meter
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Meter]

    CrossSectionalShape

    The shape of this model of instrument in the X-Y plane.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: Circle | Rectangle

    ContainerImage2DFile

    A top-down (X-Y plane) image of this model of instrument which can be overlaid on a 2D container plot.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Object[EmeraldCloudFile]

    Shape2D

    A Graphics primitive corresponding to the 2D shape of this model of instrument.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: _Polygon | _Circle

    Shape3D

    A Graphics primitive corresponding to the 3D shape of this model of instrument.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: _Polygon

    Positions

    Spatial definitions of the positions that exist in this model of instrument.
    Format: Multiple

    [Name]

      Header: Name
      Class: String

    [Footprint]

      Header: Footprint
      Class: Expression

    [MaxWidth]

      Header: MaxWidth
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 meter

    [MaxDepth]

      Header: MaxDepth
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 meter

    [MaxHeight]

      Header: MaxHeight
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 meter

    AvailableLayouts

    Readily available configurations of container models in specified positions on the deck of this instrument model.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Model[DeckLayout][InstrumentModel]

Storage Information

    LocalCacheContents

    Items required to be present in the local cache for instruments of this model, along with the required quantity of each item.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Item Model

    [[2]] Required Quantity

      Header: Required Quantity
      Class: Integer
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0, 1]

    ProvidedStorageCondition

    The physical conditions such as temperature and humidity this instrument provides for samples stored long term within it.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Model[StorageCondition]

Plumbing Information

    Connectors

    Specifications for the ports on this model of instrument that may connect to other plumbing components.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Connector Name

      Header: Connector Name
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: ConnectorNameP

    [[2]] Connector Type

      Header: Connector Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: ConnectorP

    [[3]] Thread Type

      Header: Thread Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: ThreadP|GroundGlassJointSizeP|None

    [[4]] Inner Diameter

      Header: Inner Diameter
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 inch
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Inch]

    [[5]] Outer Diameter

      Header: Outer Diameter
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 inch
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Inch]

    [[6]] Gender

      Header: Gender
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: ConnectorGenderP|None

Wiring Information

    WiringConnectors

    Specifications for the wiring ends of this instrument that may plug into and conductively connect to other items, parts or instruments.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Wiring Connector Name

      Header: Wiring Connector Name
      Class: String
      Programmatic Pattern: WiringConnectorNameP

    [[2]] Wiring Connector Type

      Header: Wiring Connector Type
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: WiringConnectorP

    [[3]] Gender

      Header: Gender
      Class: Expression
      Programmatic Pattern: ConnectorGenderP|None

Qualifications & Maintenance

    QualificationFrequency

    A list of the Qualifications which should be run on instruments of this model and their required frequencies.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Qualification Model

    [[2]] Time

      Header: Time
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 day
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Second]

    MaintenanceFrequency

    A list of the maintenance protocols which should be run on instruments of this model and their required frequencies.
    Format: Multiple

    [[1]] Maintenance Model

    [[2]] Time

      Header: Time
      Class: Real
      Unit: 1 day
      Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Second]

    ReplacementParts

    A list of tracked replacement part models for this instrument.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Model[Part][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Plumbing][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Wiring][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Item][SupportedInstruments]

    PassiveClean

    Indicates if the exterior surfaces of this instrument model can be cleaned while in use.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    VentilationFlowRate Requirement

    The minimum flow rate of air generated by the instrument's ventilator for its safe and proper function.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 meter per second
    Programmatic Pattern: Meter Hold[GreaterP[0 ------]] Second

    VentilationFlowRate Recommendation

    The flow rate of air generated by the instrument's ventilator recommended by its manufacturer.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 meter per second
    Programmatic Pattern: Meter Hold[GreaterP[0 ------]] Second

    ContinuousOperation

    Indicates if the instrument is required to operate continuously in the lab, regardless of if it is InUse by a specific protocol, such as a freezer.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

Inventory

Health & Safety

    Sterile

    Indicates that this model of instrument is used for protocols where SterileTechnique is indicated to be used.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    CultureHandling

    Indicates the type of cellular samples (Mammalian or Microbial) that this instrument is used to handle.
    Format: Single
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: CellTypeP

    GloveBoxStorage

    Indiciates that this model of instrument permanently resides in the glove box.
    Format: Single
    Class: Boolean
    Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP

    HazardCategories

    Hazards to be aware of during operation of instruments of this model.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: HazardCategoryP

    SampleHandlingCategories

    Special handling considerations that samples on this instrument require.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: HandlingCategoryP

Sensor Information

    SensorBarrier

    Type of sensors which cannot monitor the internal contents of instruments of this model from the outside.
    Format: Multiple
    Class: Expression
    Programmatic Pattern: TypeP[Object[Sensor]]

General

    DefaultMixer

    The typical homogenization chamber in the device.
    Format: Single
    Class: Link
    Programmatic Pattern: _Link
    Relation: Alternatives[Model[Part, Mixer]]

Operating Limits

    MinSampleVolume

    The minimum volume that can be loaded on a single injection.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Micro Liter]

    MaxSampleVolume

    The maximum volume that can be loaded on a single injection.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 microliter
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Micro Liter]

    MinFlowRate

    The minimum flow rate at which the instrument can pump buffer through the system.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 milliliter per minute
    Programmatic Pattern: 0 Milli Liter Hold[GreaterP[-------------]] Minute

    MaxFlowRate

    The maximum flow rate at which the instrument can pump buffer through the system.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 milliliter per minute
    Programmatic Pattern: 0 Milli Liter Hold[GreaterP[-------------]] Minute

    MinAbsorbanceWavelength

    The minimum wavelength that the detector's monochromator can be set to for absorbance filtering.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 nanometer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]

    MaxAbsorbanceWavelength

    The maximum wavelength that the detector's monochromator can be set to for absorbance filtering.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 nanometer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]

    AbsorbanceWavelengthBandpass

    The range of wavelengths centered around the desired wavelength that the absorbance detector will measure. For e.g. if the bandpass is 10nm and the desired measurement wavelength is 260nm, the detector will measure wavelengths from 255nm - 265nm.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 nanometer
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]

    MinPressure

    The minimum pressure at which the instrument can operate.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 pound‐force per inch squared
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 PSI]

    TubingMaxPressure

    The maximum pressure the tubing in the sample flow path can tolerate.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 pound‐force per inch squared
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 PSI]

    PumpMaxPressure

    The maximum pressure that the pump can tolerate.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 pound‐force per inch squared
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 PSI]

    FlowCellMaxPressure

    The maximum pressure the detector's flow cell can tolerate.
    Format: Single
    Class: Real
    Unit: 1 pound‐force per inch squared
    Programmatic Pattern: GreaterEqualP[0 PSI]
Last modified on Mon 26 Sep 2022 15:43:54
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