Raykol IDL 50M Intelligent Filtration and Dispensing Workstation
| Brand | Raykol |
|---|---|
| Origin | Fujian, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Model | IDL 50M |
| Plate Processing Time | 30 sec per plate |
| Liquid Handling Accuracy | Dual-puncture needle dispensing |
| Liquid Handling Range | Nitrogen-pressure-assisted filtration |
| Sample Throughput | 36 samples per run |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 550 × 600 × 700 mm |
Overview
The Raykol IDL 50M Intelligent Filtration and Dispensing Workstation is an integrated, fully automated liquid handling platform engineered for high-throughput sample preparation in regulated analytical laboratories. It implements a dual-needle, nitrogen-pressure-driven filtration architecture combined with capacitive liquid-level sensing and real-time pressure monitoring to deliver reproducible, traceable, and contamination-controlled sample conditioning prior to chromatographic analysis. Designed specifically for workflows requiring sequential filtration and aliquoting—such as pesticide residue analysis in food and herbal matrices—the IDL 50M replaces manual syringe-filtration procedures with a validated, walk-away automation solution compliant with GLP/GMP-aligned operational principles.
Key Features
- Dual robotic arms: One dedicated to filtration (nitrogen-pressurized membrane filtration), the other to precision dispensing—operable independently or in synchronized mode to maximize cycle efficiency.
- Dual-puncture dispensing arm: Simultaneously delivers filtrate into two vials per actuation cycle, reducing total processing time by up to 40% compared to single-needle configurations.
- Capacitive liquid-level detection: Integrated capacitive sensors on aspiration needles dynamically detect meniscus position during draw, enabling adaptive z-axis movement and eliminating over-aspiration of particulates or interfacial layers.
- Nitrogen-pressure-assisted filtration: Programmable pressure control (0–0.6 MPa range) ensures consistent flow rates across viscous or particulate-laden samples; built-in pressure transducer logs real-time pressure decay profiles to infer membrane clogging status and auto-trigger filter replacement alerts.
- Automated cap handling: Pneumatic gripper module performs reliable open/close operations on 2 mL HPLC vials, with optical feedback confirming lid presence, orientation, and torque engagement before and after sealing.
- Dynamic overflow cleaning: Post-dispense needle wash employs multi-solvent aspiration/dispense cycles with programmable dwell time and flow rate, achieving carryover ≤ 10−5 (validated per USP and ISO 8655-6).
- Integrated safety enclosure: Polycarbonate front shield with active fume extraction (≥150 m³/h airflow) meets IEC 61010-1 requirements for organic solvent containment and operator protection.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The IDL 50M accommodates standard 15 mL and 50 mL conical tubes on universal tube racks (36-position capacity per run), and supports common 2 mL autosampler vials with crimp or screw caps. It is validated for use with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), nylon, and polypropylene membrane filters (0.22 µm and 0.45 µm pore sizes). The system adheres to method-specific regulatory frameworks including GB 23200.113–2018 (GC-MS/MS multiresidue analysis in plant-derived foods), GB 23200.121–2021 (LC-MS/MS pesticide screening), and Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2020 Edition, General Chapter 2341 (Pesticide Residue Determination). Audit trail logging, user access levels, and electronic signature support align with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 readiness when deployed with optional LIMS integration.
Software & Data Management
Controlled via an embedded industrial mini-PC running Raykol’s proprietary graphical workflow editor, the IDL 50M software enables drag-and-drop protocol creation, parameter validation (e.g., pressure thresholds, dispense volumes, rinse cycles), and full execution logging. All actions—including nitrogen pressure setpoints, cap status transitions, waste volume accumulation, and solvent consumption—are timestamped and stored locally with SHA-256 hash integrity verification. Real-time alerts notify users of low wash solvent, full waste reservoir (>95% capacity), or abnormal pressure deviation (>±5% from baseline). Export formats include CSV and PDF reports compatible with laboratory quality management systems (QMS).
Applications
- Food safety testing: High-volume sample cleanup for pesticide, veterinary drug, and mycotoxin residue analysis prior to GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, or HPLC quantification.
- Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) quality control: Standardized filtration of complex herbal extracts containing polysaccharides, tannins, or suspended particulates.
- Environmental monitoring: Preparation of water, soil leachate, or air particulate extracts for persistent organic pollutant (POP) profiling.
- Clinical research labs: Automated plasma/serum ultrafiltration for metabolite profiling where reproducibility and carryover control are critical.
FAQ
What types of membranes and filter housings are supported?
The IDL 50M accepts standard 13 mm and 25 mm diameter syringe filters mounted in commercially available plastic or metal filter holders compatible with nitrogen inlet ports.
Can the system be integrated with third-party LIMS or ELN platforms?
Yes—via optional OPC UA or RESTful API modules, enabling bidirectional data exchange for sample tracking, result ingestion, and audit log synchronization.
Is method validation documentation provided?
Raykol supplies IQ/OQ documentation templates, performance qualification (PQ) test protocols, and raw data examples aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 and CNAS-CL01 requirements.
What maintenance intervals are recommended for the nitrogen pressure system and fluidic pathways?
Filter regulators and pressure transducers require annual calibration; fluidic manifolds and needle assemblies are designed for 10,000-cycle service life and include wear-level diagnostics in the software dashboard.
