Leica ASP300 S

Overview

The Leica ASP300 S smart, fully enclosed tissue processor is designed for routine and research histopathology. Proven technology combined with top quality components and Leica´s RemoteCare™ diagnostic (optional) provide superior instrument reliability. Straightforward routine user operations by an intuitive user interface, color touch screen and a variety of “smart” features, such as Reagent Management System and quick start for commonly used programs, improve specimen quality and laboratory economy.

Key Features

• User access control and monitoring via multiple-step password protection
• RemoteCare™ real- time application and service support via Internet (optional)
• Large, high-quality color LCD touchscreen, solvent-resistant
• 300 cassette capacity (metal baskets) / 252 cassette capacity (microwaveable baskets)
• Intelligent user interface (protecting against programming and operation errors)
• Intelligent Reagent Management System – RMS (can be switched ON/OFF)
• Efficient „Active paraffin cleaning“ system
• 2-Phase fume control system: condenser to remove solvents from air inside the instrument plus activated carbon filter and optional exhaust air hose
• Local and remote alarm connection
• Remote Fill and Drain: Provides contact-free reagent handling for enhanced user safety
• Full protection against cross-contamination of incompatible reagents
• Software with Smart Quick Start option: Frequently used programs can be defined as “Favourites” and started by a single touch of the touch screen
• Carry-over reduction: Three steps draining of retort and special reagent bottle design
• 2-Phase agitation system: Tidal agitation by periodically pumping the solution in and out of retort and efficient new stirring device are accelerating tissue processing by enhancing infiltration of specimen
• Ergonomic design provides easy accessibility:
• Ample surface is available on paraffin bath and the retort lid to facilitate the exchange of paraffin or cassette baskets; Retort lid safety lock opened and closed with one hand; all user-relevant functions, work areas and connections are easily accessible

The Leica ASP300 S, designed for routine clinical and research histopathology, is an innovative, smart, fully enclosed processor for paraffin infiltration of up to 300 specimens. Proven technology combined with top quality components and Leica´s RemoteCare™ diagnostic (optional) provide superior instrument reliability. Many routine user operations are simplified to reduce operator involvement and the risk to make mistakes. Straightforward routine user operations by an intuitive user interface, color touch screen and a variety of “Smart” features improve specimen quality and laboratory economy.

The built-in and enhanced Reagent Management System assists you in achieving your laboratory quality target. All important data from each process are logged in a data file and can be printed out or downloaded on a disk. Should you have any questions during operating the instrument, a context-sensitive help is available on-line to provide the necessary answers.

Functional features like the innovative optical level sensor system, a single-handed retort safety lock, the unique bottle clamping principle, an active wax clean and fume extraction enhance both performance and safety of the Leica ASP300 S.

A compatibility check algorithm avoids the cross contamination of incompatible reagents and assures a new level of safety and reliability. A context-sensitive, online help feature supports the operator in routine tasks and answers the most commonly asked questions about the use of the ASP300 S. The mechanical design of the ASP300 S is to address critical performance criteria like sample quality, process and user safety, reagent carry-over and consumption, reliability and lifetime cost.

The ASP300 S is designed to reliably deliver high sample quality – every day of the year and for many years to come.