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BioTube Applicator

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Overview

BioTube Applicator

The BioTube^TM Applicator tube to hose barb assembly machine allows effortless insertion of connectors into a wide variety of tubing, including silicone and thermoplastic elastomers.

Union of the tube and connectors is completed without damage to the internal bore of the tube, and importantly, without lubrication such as IPA. Providing a repeatable process, this aids cGMP compliance and validation procedures.

The presence of IPA in the fluid path is a growing concern in bioprocessing, so avoiding its use simplifies validation.

Increase quality and productivity

Automating your tube to hose barb assembly provides repeatability not available with manual processes, thus increasing quality and reducing the risk of junction failures, especially in higher pressure downstream bioprocessing. Automation can also boost productivity and streamline your workflow

Improve safety

Advanced features that can replicate a manual assembly process ensure that even the most complex application can be transferred to the BioTube Applicator. Improving safety in the assembly process, the BioTube Applicator removes risk of operator error and health risks associated with RSI

Add flexibility

Utilising different combinations of change parts, a wide range of applications can be achieved.

Change Parts

The change parts can be interchanged within 30 seconds and do not require tooling. Application videos are available which demonstrate the operation of the BioTube Applicator and its use to solve a variety of applications.

By utilizing change parts we guarantee a repeatable process to ensure every connection is the same as the last. This not only improves production efficacy, but provides a base for validation and aids compliance to cGMP.

Features and benefits

Increase quality and productivity with tube to hose barb assembly automation
Safely and easily replicate complex manual assembly processes
Achieve a wide range of applications with flexible combinations of change parts
Engineered so that IPA lubrication is not required and connections are made without damage to internal bore of tubing
Compliant to latest machinery directive standards

Technical summary

Tubing/component size compatibility	1/8 - 1 in
Main feed, electrical supply	100-240 V AC 50-60 Hz

Technical Summary table lists features available within the range. See ‘Technical specifications’ tab for model specific information.

Specifications

Technical specifications

	BioTube Applicator
Tubing/component size compatibility	1/8 - 1 in
Working temperature range	5 to 40 °C
Working temperature range	41 to 104 °F
Storage temperature range	-13 to 158 °F
Storage temperature range	-25 to 70 °C
Humidity	80 % up to 31 °C (88 °F), decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F)
Max. altitude	1000 m
Max. altitude	3281 ft
Compressed air pressure range	5 to 6 bar
Compressed air pressure range	72.5 to 87 PSI
Main feed, electrical supply	100-240 V AC 50-60 Hz
Power supply	24 VDC
Fuse rating	3 amps
Weight	25 - 30 kg
Weight	55.1 - 66.1 lbs
Standards	CE

Dimensions

Materials of construction

Cover assembly	Polycarbonate (PC)
Tube assembly fixtures	Polyoxymethylene-copolymer
Main structure	Polyoxymethylene-copolymer
Internal components	Copper, PVC, Stainless steel
External components	Aluminum, Glass, Stainless steel