Automatic sample preparation system HistoCore PELORIS 3

automatedfor histologyfor histology laboratories

Overview
The HistoCore PELORIS 3 is a high-capacity tissue processor designed for histology laboratories requiring fast turnaround and consistent, traceable results. Its dual-retort ActivFlo technology, flexible validated protocols and advanced reagent management support same-day diagnostics and predictable downstream staining. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.

Product features

• Workflow flexibility — Dual-retort design with short cycle times and validated protocols allows loading and unloading on the laboratory schedule, including a validated 1-hour rapid protocol for urgent biopsies and a 5-hour protocol optimized for fatty tissue.
• Active reagent distribution — ActivFlo magnetic impellers generate reagent vortices for rapid, even heating and active reagent movement to improve infiltration uniformity across tissue types.
• Optimized cassette performance — Validated ActivFlo cassettes improve drainage efficiency (up to 23% vs. standard cassettes), enhancing processing quality and reagent longevity.
• Reagent control and safety — Integrated reagent management for 16 bottles, two density meters to detect concentration drift, and software features for cybersecurity and user accountability.
• Paraffin and embedding support — Four paraffin stations and compatibility with Leica Paraffin (Parablock) for efficient wax handling and unattended fill operations.
• Ergonomics and maintenance — LED-backlit reagent bottles, integrated cleaning tool storage and improved basket handling for safer, faster routines.

Included functional highlights

• Parallel processing with dual-retort configuration (continuous or independent protocol runs).
• Reagent Management System with 16 reagent bottles (3.8 L to 5 L each).
• Density meters and alerts to reduce reagent exchange errors and protect specimen integrity.
• Reporting module with graphical UI, track-and-trace for specimen safety and audit-ready logs.

HistoCore I-Scan (summary)

• Integrated camera and 1D/2D barcode scanning for cassette ID, quantity and color capture.
• TFT LCD status indicator, USB connection to master instrument, and simple user controls (LED fill on/off, scan/photo trigger, confirm button).

Technical specifications

• Model: HistoCore PELORIS 3
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1500 × 857 × 721 mm
• Weight (dry): 331 kg; with reagents: 430 kg
• Work surface height: Front 1070 mm; Rear 1110 mm
• Cassette capacity (standard): 600 (high-capacity); 528 (with dividers)
• Cassette capacity (xylene-free): 432 (spaced)
• Retort vacuum (max): -70 kPa (g); Retort pressure (max): +45 kPa (g)
• Retort agitation: magnetically coupled stirrer (user-selectable)
• Reagent bottles: 16 (3.8 L to 5 L each)
• Paraffin stations: 4 (each can fill one retort)
• Operating voltage: 100–120 V~ and 220–240 V~; Power consumption: 1450 W (100–120 V~); 2150 W (220–240 V~)
• Operating ambient: 5 °C to 35 °C; Humidity (non-condensing): 10–80% RH; Altitude: 0–2000 m
• Sound pressure level (1 m): < 65 dB
• Storage temperature (packed): –40 to 76 °C; Storage humidity (non-condensing): 10–95% RH
• Shipping: road and air freight compatible; equivalent altitude < 4570 m
• HistoCore I-Scan dimensions: 174.5 × 64 × 38.8 mm; weight ~235 g