Eppendorf epMotion 5075 - Manual (Page 41)

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epMotion ® 5075
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5.5 Magnet finger module
Based on the model, your epMotion can be equipped with a magnet finger module.
5.5.1 Configuration
Abb. 5-9: Magnet finger module
Fig. 5-9: Magnet finger module
The magnet finger module is located behind the thermomixer.
The magnet finger module is used to separate suspended magnetic particles.
The magnet finger module has 3 fingers that can be moved horizontally. Strong permanent magnets are
located on each finger. The 3 magnet fingers move toward the vessels via the lateral openings in the
PrepRack. The magnetic field separates the magnetic particles on the tube inner wall. The dispensing tool
can remove liquid from the vessels, or dispenses liquid in the vessels, while the magnetic particles are held
in place.
The PrepRack is required to perform a separation (see p. 74).
The separation period can be defined using the epMotion software.
For a full nucleic acid purification, you can use the MagSep kits supplied by Eppendorf AG.
5.5.2 Equipping the magnet finger module
Equip the magnet finger module as follows:
1. Equip the PrepRack with vessels.
2. Place the equipped PrepRack on the thermomixer.
The PrepRack will be fastened on the thermomixer when the application is started.
The geometry of the used vessels is important for the quality of the separation. Use 2.0 mL
Safe-Lock tubes.