Fully automated sample preparation system BOND RX

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Overview
BOND RX is a fully automated research stainer designed to accelerate discovery by enabling automated IHC, ISH, FISH, CTC and multiplex assays with open reagents, open detection kits and customizable protocols. The system supports flexible protocol design and enables labs to automate tests to speed research programs.

Intended use
For research use only. Not for diagnostic use.

Key benefits

• Accelerate test programs through consistent automation, reduced manual handling and improved throughput.
• Preserve morphology and sample integrity using the proprietary Covertile system for controlled, uniform reagent application.
• Enable translational workflows with open reagent handling, custom detection kits and integration with partner technologies.

Flexible protocols
Researchers can customize and automate every protocol segment to support emerging techniques.

• Preparation — customize baking and dewaxing settings.
• Antigen retrieval — set incubation times and temperatures.
• ISH probes — control probe application and removal steps.
• Staining — define incubation times, temperatures and dispense modes.

Get started right away
The system accepts open containers and supports simple loading workflows to accelerate setup and testing.

• Create and use custom detection kits.
• Automate staining with minimal volumes using titration containers.
• Direct pipetting into open containers to load antibodies or probes.

Do more in less time
BOND RX streamlines routine tasks and improves reagent accessibility.

• Continuous access to antibodies, probes and detection systems during runs.
• Minimized maintenance and elimination of repetitive manual steps.
• Lightweight reagent containers and an active lighting system to view bulk reagent levels at a glance.

Covertile technology
The Covertile protects tissue morphology by enabling gentle, consistent reagent dispensing across process steps, improving reproducibility for delicate samples.

Multiplexing & software
BOND RX Software v7.0 supports enhanced chromogenic and fluorescent multiplexing, enabling visualization of up to 6 markers on a single slide and fully customizable protocols from deparaffinization through counterstain.

Multiplex capabilities

• Stain up to 6 markers per slide (chromogenic or fluorescent).
• Support for DNA, RNA and protein targets, FFPE and CTC samples.
• Options for chromogenic, fluorescent and sequencing readouts.
• Use plug-and-play chromogens or user-selected chromogens.

Operations & workflow

• Slide capacity: 30 slides (finished trays of 10 slides may be replaced continuously).
• Number of reagent containers: 36 (sizes include 7 mL and 30 mL; titration container 6 mL).
• Bulk reagent container options: 2 L or 5 L.

Product features (selected)

• Flexible protocol customization (time, temperature, dispense type).
• Open reagent handling and custom detection kit capability.
• Active lighting system for reagent-level and status visibility.
• Support for partner solutions enabling RNA ISH, high-plex spatial profiling, CTC analysis and proximity ligation assays.

Product specifications (lines represented)
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Dimensions (W × H × D): 790 mm × 1378 mm × 826 mm (31.10 × 54.25 × 32.4 in)
Weight (Dry): 238 kg (525 lbs)

ELECTRICAL
Operating voltage (older supply): 103.4–127.2 V (nominal 110–120 V); Power consumption: 1200 VA
Operating voltage (newer supply): 90–264 V (nominal 100–240 V); Mains frequency: 50/60 Hz

ENVIRONMENTAL (UNPACKED)
Operating temperature: 5–35°C (required for staining performance: 18–26°C)
Operating humidity (non-condensing): 30–80% RH
Maximum operating altitude: 0–1600 m
Sound pressure level: < 85 dBA maximum; < 65 dBA normal operation

OPERATING
Slide capacity: 30 (three trays of 10 slides, continuously replaceable)
Number of reagent containers: 36; Reagent container capacities: 7 mL and 30 mL; Titration container: 6 mL
Bulk reagent container capacity: 2 L or 5 L; Hazardous waste: 5 L; Standard waste: 2 × 5 L
Chemical compatibility: All BOND reagents; 70% alcohol (cleaning)
Temperature indication defaults: Warm: 35°C, Hot: 80°C
Maximum permitted pressure for gas/liquid connections: 1.0 bar

MICROSCOPE SLIDES
Slide width: 24.64–26.0 mm; Slide length: 74.9–76.0 mm; Slide thickness: 0.8–1.3 mm
Label area width: 24.64–26.0 mm; Label area length: 16.9–21.0 mm; Material: Glass, ISO 8037/1

TRANSPORT & STORAGE (PACKED)
Storage temperature: -20 to 55°C; Storage humidity (non-condensing): < 80% RH
Shipping methods: Road and air freight compatible

Model & key specs

• Model: BOND RX (research stainer platform)
• Slide capacity: 30 slides
• Reagent containers: 36 (7 mL, 30 mL; titration 6 mL)
• Bulk reagent options: 2 L or 5 L
• Operating voltage (newer supply): 90–264 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption: 1200 VA
• Operating temperature range for guaranteed performance: 18–26°C
• Maximum operating temperature: 35°C; Minimum: 5°C
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 790 × 1378 × 826 mm
• Dry weight: 238 kg
• Supports up to 6-plex multiplexing (software v7.0)