EURPING Q820D Laboratory Bottle Washer

Overview

The EURPING Q820D is a fully automated, high-capacity laboratory bottle washer engineered for precision cleaning, thermal disinfection, and controlled drying of glassware and plastic labware in regulated research, quality control, and GMP-compliant environments. It operates on a closed-loop, recirculating aqueous cleaning principle—utilizing precisely metered alkaline or acidic detergent solutions, temperature-controlled spray impingement, and multi-stage filtration to remove organic residues, particulates, and bioburden from complex geometries including volumetric flasks, pipettes, test tubes, Erlenmeyer flasks, beakers, graduated cylinders, wide-mouth bottles, and narrow-neck vials. Its 223 L monolithic interior cavity—pressure-formed from seamless 316L stainless steel—eliminates weld seams that could harbor contaminants, ensuring compliance with ISO 15190:2020 (laboratory safety), ASTM E2892-22 (validation of cleaning equipment), and EU GMP Annex 15 requirements for equipment qualification. The system supports full lifecycle traceability through embedded audit trail functionality and meets foundational data integrity expectations aligned with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 when configured with user authentication and electronic signature protocols.

Key Features

• Monolithic 223 L wash chamber fabricated from electropolished 316L stainless steel with integrated viewing window for real-time process observation
• Dual HEPA-filtered compressed-air drying system delivering ≥150 m³/h airflow at adjustable temperatures (ambient–120°C) and programmable durations (0–300 min)
• FL-EXCH modular rack architecture with automatic basket recognition—enabling dynamic water dosage adjustment and flexible configuration of half-module racks
• Microprocessor-based control system (non-PLC) featuring a ≥7-inch capacitive touchscreen HMI with 30 pre-validated standard cycles and 120 customizable protocols
• Three-tier user permission structure with fingerprint biometric authentication and SD card–hosted audit trail compliant with GLP documentation standards
• Full-cycle black box logging capturing operational status of all electrical components—including pump duty cycle, heater activation, valve sequencing, and sensor readings
• EULA motorized door lock with temperature-dependent interlock: door remains secured during high-temperature phases and unlocks only after cooling to user-defined threshold
• Multi-stage filtration system with dedicated debris collection chamber to prevent clogging of spray arms and circulation lines
• Backside water supply architecture ensuring uniform distribution across all rack levels without dead zones or pressure drop

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The Q820D accommodates a broad spectrum of laboratory vessels: up to 128 × 100 mL volumetric flasks, 600 × 2 mL autosampler vials, or ≥250 mL flasks simultaneously loaded across two independent rack tiers. Its FL-EXCH rack detection logic automatically calibrates rinse volume and dwell time per load configuration. All wetted surfaces comply with USP material compatibility requirements for pharmaceutical contact surfaces. The system supports validation per IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and provides raw data outputs suitable for inclusion in regulatory submissions under ICH Q5A, USP , and ISO/IEC 17025–accredited laboratories. Optional IQ/OQ documentation packages and installation qualification templates are available upon request.

Software & Data Management

The embedded control firmware implements deterministic real-time scheduling of wash phases—pre-rinse, main wash, intermediate rinse, final rinse, neutralization (if applicable), and drying—with parameter logging at ≤1-second intervals. All operational metadata—including inlet water conductivity, chamber temperature ramp rates, detergent concentration (via conductivity correlation), pressure transducer readings, and door state transitions—are timestamped and stored on removable SD media with SHA-256 hash integrity verification. Audit trail records retain immutable entries for ≥12 months and support export in CSV or PDF formats compatible with LIMS integration. User session logs include login/logout timestamps, program selection history, and modification events—fulfilling ALCOA+ principles for data reliability.

Applications

This washer serves analytical chemistry labs performing HPLC/GC sample preparation, clinical diagnostics facilities requiring trace-metal-free glassware, pharmaceutical QC units validating residual solvent removal, environmental testing labs processing soil/water extracts, and academic core facilities supporting high-throughput screening workflows. It is routinely deployed prior to ICP-MS analysis, Karl Fischer titration, and cell culture applications where endotoxin-free or RNase/DNase-free conditions are mandated. Its ability to dry internal cavities of narrow-bore tubing and volumetric glassware makes it especially suited for applications demanding complete moisture elimination—such as gravimetric analysis or hygroscopic reagent handling.

FAQ

Does the Q820D support validation documentation for GMP environments?
Yes—EURPING provides IQ/OQ protocol templates, calibration certificates for integrated sensors (PT100, pressure transducers), and traceable factory acceptance test reports.
Can the system be integrated into an existing LIMS or MES platform?
It offers RS-232 and optional Ethernet interfaces with Modbus TCP support for basic status polling; custom API development is available under NDA.
What maintenance intervals are recommended for optimal performance?
Daily visual inspection of filters and spray arms; quarterly verification of temperature and pressure sensor accuracy; annual replacement of HEPA filters and seal kits.
Is detergent dosing automated and adjustable per cycle?
Yes—two 6 kg reservoirs enable dual-detergent operation (e.g., alkaline main wash + acidic neutralizer); dosage is programmable in 0.1% increments via touchscreen interface.
How does the system ensure consistent drying of narrow-neck containers?
Dual compressed-air manifolds deliver laminar, HEPA-filtered flow directly into rack-mounted injection nozzles positioned to penetrate vessel interiors—verified by thermographic imaging during PQ testing.