COBAS® TaqMan® 48 Instrument

Powerful. Flexible. Simple.

The COBAS® TaqMan® 48 instrument is a fully automated, closed-tube system that makes molecular

testing practical for everyday lab use. This real-time PCR analyzer is compact and robust with a broad

linear range, and integrates easily into your lab.

Features and benefits

• Real-time TaqMan® PCR methodology provides unmatched accuracy, superior linear range, and

the potential to run one test for quantitative and qualitative requirements

• Run sizes of 6 to 48 samples provide flexibility and

maximum efficiency

• Two independently operating thermal cyclers with

approximate run times of 90 to 120 minutes increases

workflow flexibility and minimizes the need for

multiple platforms

• AMPLILINK software is Windows® driven for easy

navigation, and provides the security of positive sample

ID throughout the run, as well as enhanced LIS

capabilities

• The utility channel adds flexibility and cost effectiveness by allowing the laboratory to run IVD

and user-defined assays on one fast, easy, and accurate platform

Physical Dimensions 18" x 30" x 20" (W x D x H)

Weight 121 lbs.

Technology Fully automated amplification and detection analyzer for homogenous 5' nuclease assays

Software AMPLILINK software is a Windows®based, LIS-compatible user interface that manages up to 3 COBAS® TaqMan® 48 instruments

Host Interfaces RS232 or LAN connections using ASTM protocol interface to the laboratory host computer

Printer Interfaces LPT interface via parallel port or LAN for remote printing

Data Station Custom-built PC supplied with the COBAS® TaqMan® 48 instrument; data station runs Microsoft® Windows XP Professional operating system and AMPLILINK software

Certifications UL, IEC, CSA, UL 61010A-1, EN/IEC 61010-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1

Electrical Power Requirements Line voltage: 120 or 240 VACFrequency: 50 or 60 HzPower Consumption: 600 VA (analyzer); 200 VA (data station)

Thermal Cycler Segments 2 segments x 24 tests

Loading Capacity Up to 2 different tests on board simultaneously; each thermal cycler can run individual PCR profiles

Samples PCR-ready set-up samples

Sample Volumes 70 µL – 100 µL

Utility Channel Definitions Up to 10 different PCR profiles (methods) can be stored and protected from unintentional modifications

Temperature Control Range 40°C – 98°C

Temperature Accuracy ± 1°C over the range of 40°C – 98°C

Number of Color Detections Up to 4 different wavelength combinations are supported (filterwheel)

Filter Specifications

Filter Excitation Filter Emission Filter

Set 1 485 nm 520 nm

Set 2 540 nm 575 nm

Set 3 485 nm 645 nm

Set 4 485 nm 725 nm

COBAS® TaqMan® 48 Instrument Specifications

AMPLILINK, COBAS, TAQMAN and MYLABONLINE are trademarks of Roche.Microsoft Windows and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.© 2008 Roche Diagnostics. All rights reserved. 472-40437TQ48-0408

For more information, contact your Roche Diagnosticsrepresentative or call 1-800-428-5074.

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