Model[Instrument, Thermocycler]
Model of a rapid temperature cycling device for use in polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
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, Thermocycler, _String]
Pattern Description: The object reference of this object.
Type
Type of this Object.
Format: Single
Class: Expression
Programmatic Pattern: Model[Instrument, Thermocycler]
Pattern Description: Model[Instrument, Thermocycler]
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, Thermocycler][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
Header: Schematic
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
Relation: Object[EmeraldCloudFile]
[[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
Header: Item
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
Relation: Model[Instrument][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Part][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Container, PlateSealMagazine][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Container, MagazineParkPosition][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Sensor][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Item][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Plumbing][SupportedInstruments] | Model[Wiring][SupportedInstruments]
[[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]
Mode
Indicates if the instrument is capable of providing real time quantification (qPCR) or only end-point quantification (PCR).
Format: Single
Class: Expression
Programmatic Pattern: qPCR | PCR
LampType
Type of optical source that the thermocycler uses to assess test samples.
Format: Single
Class: Expression
Programmatic Pattern: LampTypeP
DetectorType
Type of sensor used to obtain signals from test samples.
Format: Single
Class: Expression
Programmatic Pattern: Append[OpticalDetectorP, MultiPixelPhotonCounter]
TemperatureGradient
Indicates if the instrument can use a gradation of temperatures for annealing.
Format: Single
Class: Boolean
Programmatic Pattern: BooleanP
TemperatureGradient Orientation
The direction in which the gradation of temperature can be set. 'Columns' indicates a change in temperature across columns such that each row has a constant temperature. 'Rows' indicates a change in temperature across rows such that each column has a constant temperature. 'Dual' indicates that the temperature gradient can be set across columns or rows.
Format: Single
Class: Expression
Programmatic Pattern: Columns | Rows | Objects`Private`Dual
GradientTemperatureRange
The minimum and maximum temperatures that can be used to set the span of gradients.
Format: Single
[[1]] Minimum Temperature
Header: Minimum Temperature
Class: Real
Unit: 1 degree Celsius
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Kelvin]
[[2]] Maximum Temperature
Header: Maximum Temperature
Class: Real
Unit: 1 degree Celsius
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Kelvin]
ExcitationLEDs
Light-emitting diode sources available to the instrument. The first quantity is the Center Wavelength, which is the midpoint between the wavelengths where transmittance is 50% (known as Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM)). The second quantity is the bandwidth or the FWHM of the light source.
Format: Multiple
[[1]] Center Wavelength
Header: Center Wavelength
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
[[2]] Bandwidth
Header: Bandwidth
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
ExcitationLEDPower
For each member of ExcitationLEDs, the power output of the light source.
Format: Multiple
Class: Real
Unit: 1 watt
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Watt]
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
Header: Item Model
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
[[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
Header: Qualification Model
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
Relation: Model[Qualification][Targets]
[[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
Header: Maintenance Model
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
Relation: Model[Maintenance][Targets]
[[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
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
Manufacturer
The company that originally manufactured this model of instrument.
Format: Single
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
SupportedInstruments
A list of instruments for which this model is an accompanying accessory.
Format: Multiple
Class: Link
Programmatic Pattern: _Link
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]]
Operating Limits
MinTemperature
Minimum temperature the thermocycler can reach.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 degree Celsius
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Kelvin]
MaxTemperature
Maximum temperature the thermocycler can reach.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 degree Celsius
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Kelvin]
MinTemperatureRamp
Minimum rate at which the thermocycler can change temperature.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 degree Celsius per second
Programmatic Pattern: 0 Celsius
Hold[GreaterP[---------]]
Second
MaxTemperatureRamp
Maximum rate at which the thermocycler can change temperature.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 degree Celsius per second
Programmatic Pattern: 0 Celsius
Hold[GreaterP[---------]]
Second
MinEmissionMonochromator
Emission monochromator minimum wavelength.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
MaxEmissionMonochromator
Emission monochromator maximum wavelength.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
EmissionMonochromatorBandpass
Emission monochromator bandpass.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
MinExcitationMonochromator
Excitation monochromator minimum wavelength.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
MaxExcitationMonochromator
Excitation monochromator maximum wavelength.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
ExcitationMonochromator Bandpass
Excitation monochromator bandpass.
Format: Single
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
EmissionFilters
Fluorescent emission filters available to the instrument. The first distance in the list is the Center Wavelength which is the midpoint between the wavelengths where transmittance is 50% (also defined as the Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM))) of the filter. The second distance in the list is the bandwidth or FWHM of the filter.
Format: Multiple
[[1]] Center Wavelength
Header: Center Wavelength
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
[[2]] Bandwidth
Header: Bandwidth
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
ExcitationFilters
Fluorescent excitation filters available to the instrument. The first distance in the list is the Center Wavelength which is the midpoint between the wavelengths where transmittance is 50% (also defined as the Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM))) of the filter. The second distance in the list is the bandwidth or FWHM of the filter.
Format: Multiple
[[1]] Center Wavelength
Header: Center Wavelength
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
[[2]] Bandwidth
Header: Bandwidth
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
CutoffFilters
Fluorescent cutoff filters available to the instrument. The distance represents the wavelength at which the transmission decreases to 50% throughput in a shortpass filter.
Format: Multiple
Class: Real
Unit: 1 nanometer
Programmatic Pattern: GreaterP[0 Nano Meter, 1 Nano Meter]
Last modified on Mon 26 Sep 2022 15:43:55