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So simple,
you’ll wonder
why no-one
has done it
before
Quickstart Guide
Thank you for purchasing BioDrop. This
device will provide you with high quality
measurements, based on its unique
technology and exceptional accuracy.
BioDrop is a cuvette that can be used for
accurate micro-volume measurements and
is fully compatible with most UV/Vis
spectrophotometers.
BioDrop is available in 8.5mm
and 15mm beam heights.
Please ensure that you have
selected the correct beam
height for your instrument.
For more information visit us at
www.biodrop.co.uk
Product Description Part Number
Biodrop 500 z=15mm 80-3006-20
Biodrop 125 z=15mm 80-3006-21
Biodrop Ultimate z=15mm 80-3006-25
Biodrop 500 z=8.5mm 80-3006-30
Biodrop 125 z=8.5mm 80-3006-31
Biodrop Ultimate z=8.5mm 80-3006-35
Bubble viewer Biodrop z=15mm 80-3006-26
Bubble viewer Biodrop z=8.5mm 80-3006-27
Product Ordering Codes
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Place the BioDrop on the
magnetic plate, provided on
the top of the carry case
Open up the device by pulling
the top cover, separating the
two parts
The working part is now
mounted on the magnetic
surface of the carry case
Carefully pipette the sample to
be measured into the centre of
the sample area
Assemble the BioDrop by
simply bringing the two halves
of the device together
When measurement is
complete remove the BioDrop
from spectrophotometer
Place the BioDrop in the
spectrophotometer and you
are ready to go!
The sample is secured
between the magnets
Disassemble
for cleaning
Optional:
Once the sample has been loaded and the
BioDrop reassembled, an optional check
for dust or bubbles can be performed:
Place the BioDrop into the bubble
viewer to check for visual impurities
Check that your sample is free from bubbles
or dust particles
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Minimum volumes:
BioDrop 125: 0.6µl
BioDrop 500: 2.5µl
Handling Information
BioDrop is resistant to chemicals and solvents. A possible
minor delamination effect on the fixed window bond was
observed with 10% phenol and the same effect is likely to
be observed when using acetone. A leachate on window
indicates precipitation of dissolved material.
Instructional icons
Before you use this product, familiarise yourself with the
icons you will see in this manual:
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Caution- could cause damage to the device or
other equipment
Note - tips or additional information
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BioDrop 2012. BioDrop and the BioDrop logo
are registered trademarks
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While bringing parts into place,
you are advised to hold down the
working part.
Then bring the top cover in close
proximity
Preparing BioDrop Measurement Cleaning and care
Simply wipe both sample areas
with a tissue
Cotton buds can
be used for an
enhanced cleaning
performance
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Do not use abrasive
cleaners
Do not autoclave
Do not store above
60
o
C or below 0oC
Do not use
ultrasonic cleaning.
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Please reassemble before cleaning the outside
of the sample window.
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