The brand new Desktop Alchemist: Ready to setup screens!
Well, the day has finally arrived: As our first desktop screen maker rolled of the production floor, we couldn’t resist snapping some pictures and taking some video; we had Mike take a stand in front of the camera and personally introduce the Desktop Alchemist.
This particular model is special to us as it is going to be one of the stars of our upcoming automated protein crystallization world tour.
First stage will be the 2010 Meeting of the American Crystallographic Association in Chicago. And if you are wondering if the Desktop Alchemist is too much of a baby to serve up our famous Alchetini, don’t worry, they will be served. For all of you who are interested in seeing the DT Alchemist in action right now, here is a short video:
If you have ever worked with an Alchemist you’ll be right at home on the deck of the new Desktop Alchemist. There are 24 positions for BirdFeeders and the dispense head is identical to the one used in his big brother.
A view on the Desktop Alchemist deck configuration
The plate nest is also exactly the same as that of the Alchemist, which means that switching between plate types is just as easy.
Apart from the fewer stock positions, the main difference between both instruments is the compact size and much smaller footprint (30″x30″) of the desktop version.
Curious? Well, we hope so. If you can’t make it to the ACA this year, you’ll have another chance at the ICCBM13 and AsCA meetings in Dublin and Busan respectively. Incidentally, the Desktop Alchemist will not be the only new instrument we’ll be showing; you’ll also have the chance to take a closer look at our new Minstrel HT UV protein drop imager at the ACA!
Desktop Alchemist with open hood
