Pictus 500
Full Automation in Enzymatic Food Analysis
With a maximum throughput of up to 340 tests per hour, the Pictus 500 provides high-performance enzymatic testing designed to keep pace with demanding laboratory workloads. Its intuitive Windows-based software ensures that even complex workflows remain simple to manage, offering clear navigation, guided setup, and streamlined result handling. This combination of speed and usability allows laboratories to process large sample volumes efficiently without sacrificing operational comfort or control.
The Pictus 500 is delivered as part of a comprehensive service package that supports every stage of implementation and routine use. This includes the instrument itself, verified reagent applications, compatible assay kits, and full access to technical and application support, ensuring laboratories can integrate the system smoothly and maintain long-term reliability. A tightly regulated incubation temperature of 37 °C ensures optimal reaction conditions across all assays, contributing to consistent analytical performance and trustworthy results in daily testing workflows.
Features & Benefits
- Processes up to 340 tests per hour for fast, efficient enzymatic analysis
- Barcode ID, dilution, liquid handling, reading and calculations all completed hands-free
- Stable 37 °C incubation ensures optimal reaction conditions for all tests
- Intuitive software and ready-to-use reagents simplify daily workflows
- Reduced reagent use and reusable cuvettes lower running costs and support sustainability
Automated Workflow Capabilities
The Pictus 500 automates every critical step of the assay process to ensure consistency and reduce hands-on time. Sample identification is handled through an integrated barcode reader, while automated dilution, liquid handling, and preheating of both samples and reagents streamline preparation and processing. Photometric measurement and result calculation are performed without user intervention, enabling walk-away operation and improving productivity in busy laboratory environments.
Intended Use
The Pictus 500 is designed as a fully automated benchtop analyzer tailored for seamless integration with R-Biopharm’s Enzytec™ Liquid enzymatic test portfolio. Built to support laboratories seeking reliable and efficient automation, it provides a complete solution for routine enzymatic analysis, reducing manual handling and improving the consistency of results across a wide range of applications.
Features & Advantages
The system offers numerous practical benefits, including significant time savings through complete walk-away functionality that optimises workflow efficiency. Ready-to-use reagents and automatic sample predilution enhance user-friendliness, while integrated cooling extends on-board reagent stability for robust and dependable performance. Continuous loading capability for both samples and reagents provides greater flexibility, and cost-effective operation is achieved through reduced reagent consumption and the use of reusable cuvettes, supporting both budget-conscious and sustainability-focused laboratories.
