Your answer to pre-analytical decapping and sorting of specimen tubes
The PathFinder™ 350D is a compact benchtop robotic workstation which consists of a Sorter Module and a Decapper Module for automating the decapping and sorting of incoming specimen tubes directly into various analyzer or sample racks. Incoming sample tubes are loaded onto the PathFinder™ 350D in one or more PathFinder™ automation racks. The tubes are moved sequentially from the input rack to a processing carousel in the Decapper Module, where the tube barcode information is read and relayed to a Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Scalable to increase both rack capacity and throughput
Pre-Analytical Decapping and Sorting of Specimen Tubes
The system is used for automating the decapping and sorting of sample tubes into different destination racks – either analyser racks (such as those used on various chemistry or immunochemistry analysers), PathFinder™ sample racks or third-party racks (including Hettich centrifuge inserts). The PathFinder 350D Plus registers the receipt of incoming tubes and relays this information to the LIS.
- Automates repetitive manual processing
- Takes away tube processing decision making
- Eliminates RSI injuries from manually decapping tubes
- Reduces manual handling errors
- Reduces biohazard exposure to lab staff
- Automatically records and distributes incoming tubes
Designed to Deliver More Value from Pre‑Analytical Automation
The PathFinder™ 350D Plus builds on proven benchtop automation to help laboratories increase efficiency, reduce manual handling, and improve consistency. With higher throughput, flexible operation, and intelligent sample tracking, it supports faster turnaround times without adding complexity. Compact and easy to use, it enables growing labs to realize the benefits of automation within existing space and budget constraints.
Intuitive Software for Effortless Operation
