Automatic DNA/RNA analyzer cobas® 8800

Overview The cobas® 6800/8800 Systems support an automated, integrated workflow for PCR-based nucleic acid testing (NAT). The cobas® 8800 system combines instrumentation, consumables, reagents and data management to deliver an end-to-end process from sample preparation to result interpretation, designed for high-throughput molecular diagnostic laboratories.

Intended use / Regulatory disclaimer For in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use. Instrument model: cobas® 8800 system. Compliance and regulatory status depend on local registration and applicable regulations.

Applications

• DNA amplification
• RNA detection
• Other molecular diagnostic applications (pathogen detection, surveillance, and research support)

Power supply and electrical requirements

• Power rating (International / Europe / US & Canada): 2 or 3 phase 200–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz; 208 V AC, 60 Hz
• Power supply tolerance: stable supply required, max. fluctuation ±10%
• Recommended: connect IG server and instrument to an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for dependable operation

Environmental conditions

• Ambient temperature (operation): 15–32 °C
• Ambient relative humidity (operation): 30–80% (non-condensing)
• Pollution degree: Degree 2 (IEC 61010-1)
• Altitude: 0–2000 m above sea level
• Other: indoor use only; horizontal installation; dust-free environment with adequate ventilation; avoid direct sunlight, perceptible vibration and nearby sources of strong electromagnetic or ultrahigh-frequency emissions

Dimensions and weight Height | 216 cm
Width | 429 cm
Depth | 129 cm
Weight (Excluding / Including IG Server) | 2404 kg / 2455 kg

Space required around the system Platform / Position | Minimum space required
Front – Movable platform | 100 cm
Front – Fixed platform | 100 cm
Back – Movable platform | 50 cm
Back – Fixed platform | 80 cm

Caractéristiques / spécifications techniques

• Product family: cobas (cobas 8800)
• Product type: Analyzer instruments and systems
• Technique/Method: PCR / qPCR, RT-PCR / qRT-PCR (NAT)
• Intended workflow: automated integrated sample processing to result interpretation (instrumentation + reagents + consumables + data management)
• IVD status: For in vitro diagnostic use
• Power: 2 or 3 phase 200–240 V AC (50/60 Hz) or 208 V AC (60 Hz); tolerance ±10%
• Recommendation: Connect IG server and instrument to UPS
• Operating ambient temperature: 15–32 °C
• Operating relative humidity: 30–80% (non-condensing)
• Pollution degree: 2 (IEC 61010-1)
• Altitude range: 0–2000 m
• Installation: indoor, horizontal, dust-free, ventilated, protected from direct sunlight and vibration
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 216 cm x 429 cm x 129 cm
• Weight (excl./incl. IG Server): 2404 kg / 2455 kg
• Minimum service/access space: front movable/fixed 100 cm; back movable 50 cm / fixed 80 cm