Robotic sample preparation system HistoCore SPECTRA ST

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Product Overview
The HistoCore SPECTRA ST is an automated high-throughput station for routine H&E and simultaneous special stains. The system uses dual robotic arms, RFID-monitored consumables and intuitive software to standardize staining workflows, reduce manual steps and support traceability.

Key Benefits

• Throughput – Designed for high-volume histology laboratories with up to 360 H&E slides per hour.
• Flexibility – Process H&E and special stains concurrently with independent protocols.
• Traceability – RFID consumable tracking, color-coded rack autostart and optional barcode reading to minimize human error.

Product Features

• Dual robotic arms for parallel slide handling and reduced workflow bottlenecks.
• RFID-monitored consumables and color-coded rack handles to simplify reagent exchange and ensure protocol autostart.
• Single-slide counting for accurate reagent coordination and consumption control.
• Integrated hot-air oven for baking/drying (eliminates external oven) capable of processing multiple racks concurrently.
• 52 reagent/cuvette stations to support complex and multi-bath protocols.
• Ultrasonic fill-level scan for reagent safety monitoring.
• Intuitive software that automatically calculates optimal bath layouts and minimizes hands-on time.
• Optional barcode reader for slide tracking and LIS integration (availability may vary by country).
• Designed for in vitro diagnostic use with validated protocols and consumables.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Leica Biosystems
• Model: HistoCore SPECTRA ST
• Throughput: up to 360 H&E slides per hour
• Reagent station capacity: 52 stations
• Simultaneous processing: H&E and special stains
• Robotics: dual robotic arms
• Reagent management: RFID-monitored consumables, single-slide counting
• Rack system: color-coded rack handles with protocol autostart
• Baking/drying: integrated hot-air oven; up to six racks concurrently
• Slide tracking: optional barcode reader; LIS integration supported (availability varies)
• Safety/monitoring: ultrasonic fill-level scan
• Intended use: for in vitro diagnostic use