Automated sample preparation system HistoCore PEGASUS

for embedding systemsfor histology laboratoriesfor sample preparation

Overview
Give every tissue type and size the treatment it deserves. Establish a workflow that meets the demands of your laboratory without compromises on tissue quality. The HistoCore PEGASUS tissue processor enables you to run multiple protocols in parallel on a single instrument, ensuring optimal conditions for all tissue types without slowing down your laboratory.

Product highlights

• Parallel processing: run multiple protocols in parallel on a single instrument to handle differing tissue types and sizes.
• High capacity: process up to 400 samples simultaneously (max. 2x200 cassettes), increasing capacity by approx. 33% per run vs. a typical 300-cassette single-retort processor.
• Pre-installed validated protocols for consistent processing across tissue types.
• Reagent management and reporting: streamlined access to run protocols and reduced manual documentation.

Don’t Compromise On Tissue Quality
Biopsies, large specimens and fatty tissues require tailored treatments. HistoCore PEGASUS provides protocol flexibility to preserve tissue quality by running parallel workflows on one instrument.

Deliver Results. Consistently
Pre-installed validated protocols support reproducible processing across a variety of tissue types and sizes, improving consistency of downstream diagnostic results.

Reagent Management Made Easy
Accessible protocol execution and integrated reporting reduce manual record keeping while improving traceability of reagent use and process steps.

Optimize Your Workflow with Leica Paraffin
Use Leica PEGASUS Parablock paraffin to streamline embedding workflows. Parablock paraffin offers operational benefits compared with pellets:

• No spills: solid Parablocks avoid pellet spill risks.
• Easy loading: Parablocks X-tra enable safe and simple loading.
• Walk away: load 4-blocks into PEGASUS chambers and run without topping up paraffin.

Maximize Your Processing with ActivFlo Cassettes

• Efficient reagent flow: Fluidic Flow lateral vent and pore design maximise reagent exchange.
• System performance: ActivFlo routine, biopsy and mini biopsy cassettes are validated on Leica tissue processors.
• Easy snap: frangible hinge for lid removal.
• Effortless loading: stacked and taped configuration allows quick printer setup.
• Available in 11 colours.

Preferred tissue processing reagents
Broad offering of alcohols, solvents and fixatives in multiple pack sizes. Colour-coded labelling simplifies reagent identification and reduces mix-ups. Greener alternatives available including xylene substitutes and xylene-free processing options.

Product Specifications (selection)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 804 x 715 x 1533 mm
Weight (Instrument Only): 235 kg
Weight (Including Reagents): 315 kg
Number of reagent containers: 17 reagent bottles, 1 condensate bottle
Maximum bottle volume: Max. 3.88 L
Number of paraffin baths: 4
Capacity per paraffin bath: Max. 3.9 L per paraffin bath
Melting time: max. 7 hours at ambient temperature of 23°C–25°C
Paraffin melting point setting: 50°C–65°C
Standby temperature setting: Paraffin melting point +2°C (max. 71°C)
Capacity (cassettes): max. 2x200 cassettes (up to 400 samples simultaneously)
Paraffin temperature selectable: 58°C to 77°C
Processing reagent temperature: Ambient or 35°C–65°C
Cleaning reagent temperature: 35°C–85°C
Filling vacuum: -60 kPa
Draining pressure: 45 kPa
Operating voltage: 100–120VAC / 220–240VAC; 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 100–120VAC 15A Max; 220–240VAC 10A Max
Local/remote alarm relay: 30V DC, max. 1A

Model and regulatory note
Model name: HistoCore PEGASUS
Product code: 14048858005
Intended use note: For In‑Vitro Diagnostic Use