Beckman Coulter AU480 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer

The Beckman Coulter AU480 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer is an automated, mid‑volume diagnostic system specially designed for hospital core labs and regional reference centers. With a throughput of up to 400 photometric tests per hour (up to 800 including electrolytes), it delivers reliable, scalable performance—ideal for routine panels, STAT testing, and specialty chemistry workflows.

The AU480 combines spectrophotometry and potentiometry in a user‑friendly, random‑access format. Featuring a refrigerated STAT carousel, permanent cuvettes, long‑life electrodes, and intuitive software, it streamlines testing while reducing downtime and operational costs.

Key Features

• Throughput up to 400 tests/hr photometry, 800 tests/hr with ISE support
• Simultaneously processes 60 photometric assays + 3 electrolytes; supports up to 120 programmable tests
• Integrated STAT carousel (22 cooled positions) enables rapid priority sample handling
• Durable permanent glass cuvettes and dry‑bath incubation to reduce consumables and maintenance
• High‑precision microsampling (1–25 µL in 0.1 µL steps) and robust probe crash protection
• Graphical, touch‑screen interface standardized with AU series – minimizes training time
• Fully automated random‑access operations including auto‑rerun, reflex testing, and pre‑dilution
• Plug‑and‑play calibration via 2D bar‑code; automated QC, calibration & ultrasound clot detection

Product Specifications

• Throughput: 400 photometric tests/hr (max 800 with ISE); ISE‑only 600 tests/hr
• Onboard assays: 60 photometry + 3 ISE; 120 programmable tests; menu >120 reagents
• Sample types: Serum, plasma, urine, CSF and other fluids; sample volume 1–25 µL
• Sample handling: 80‑sample continuous rack loader (10/rack), barcoded; STAT carousel with 22 positions
• Reagent capacity: 76 positions (R1/R2, detergent); refrigerated 4–12 °C; 15–60 mL bottles
• Reaction details: Permanent quartz cuvettes; volume 90–350 µL; incubation 37 °C dry bath; wavelengths 340–800 nm
• Analytical principles: Spectrophotometry, potentiometry, endpoint, rate, fixed‑point, indirect ISE
• Dimensions & Weight: approx. 1450 × 1205 × 760 mm; shipping weight ~420 kg
• Power: 100–240 VAC, <3.5 kVA
• Compliance: IEC 60601‑1; CE marked; FDA cleared; QC, calibration, clot detection features

Ideal For

• Hospital core and reference laboratories
• Mid‑volume outpatient diagnostic and wellness centers
• STAT‑intensive chemistry workflows
• Clinical chemistry divisions within tertiary care facilities
• Labs integrating automation and LIS connectivity