Description
The Hematek 3000 System brings consistent, hands off staining to hematology benches, processing about 60 slides per hour on a continuous feed platen. An all in one stain pack handles up to 900 slides before replacement, keeping hands on time low. It serves smaller laboratories as a primary stainer and larger ones as a dependable backup.
- About 60 slides per hour – with continuous loading that eliminates the waiting built into batch staining methods
- All in one stain pack – carries enough stain for up to 900 slides in a load and go format that simplifies daily setup
- Uniform platen staining – delivers fresh, precise reagent volumes per slide for consistent field to field results
- Slides ready on completion – come off dry and viewable, with a rinse reagent formulated for proper slide drying
Main Description
Slide staining quality shapes everything downstream in hematology, from white cell differentials to platelet assessment, and manual staining varies with technique and timing. This system standardizes the process on a platen platform where pumps meter fresh stain, buffer, and rinse for every slide that passes. Continuous feed loading means slides move through one per minute instead of waiting for a batch cycle to finish. User defined pump adjustments let the laboratory tune staining intensity to its own review preferences and keep it there. System warnings flag low stain levels and a full waste drawer before either interrupts a run. Siemens builds the platform on a slide staining heritage of more than half a century, sized for laboratories of all volumes.
Features and Benefits
Staining Performance
- Continuous feed platen – conveys slides steadily through fix, stain, and rinse steps at about one slide per minute
- Precision reagent delivery – meters a fresh, exact volume for every slide, with accurate mixing for uniform stain and buffer coverage
- Adjustable intensity – uses user defined pump settings so staining matches the laboratory standard, slide after slide
Daily Operation
- Load and go stain pack – holds stain for up to 900 slides and swaps quickly, with a simple pump release that streamlines maintenance
- Self-contained waste – collects in an onboard drawer, and warnings alert staff to low stain and full waste conditions
- Immediate review – delivers slides dry and ready for the microscope as soon as staining completes
Product Specifications
Staining
- System: Semi-automated hematology slide stainer with platen processing
- Throughput: About 60 slides per hour, dependent on user defined pump adjustments
- Applications: Peripheral blood and bone marrow smears
- Reagents: Hematek Modified Wright stain and Hematek Wright-Giemsa
- Stain pack capacity: Up to 900 slides
Physical and Power
- Dimensions: 8.7 x 21.3 x 18.1 in
- Weight: 44 lb
- Power: 110 to 230 volts
- Dryer: Included
- Waste: Self-contained waste drawer
- Compliance: Meets TUV and UL requirements
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Why Choose This Product?
Hematology benches feel staining inconsistency immediately, because reviewers read morphology against whatever the stain run produced that day. A dedicated stainer with metered reagent delivery removes the largest source of that variation. This system is the Siemens platform for laboratories that want automated consistency without a full slide preparation line.
- Standardized morphology – uniform staining supports accurate white cell identification and platelet assessment
- Time returned to staff – continuous automated staining frees technologists for review and other bench work
- Low daily overhead – a 900 slide stain pack and simple maintenance keep the routine light
- Flexible fit – works as a primary stainer in smaller laboratories or as backup capacity in larger ones
Frequently Asked Questions
How many slides can it stain per hour?
Throughput is about 60 slides per hour, roughly one slide per minute, depending on the user defined pump adjustments in use. Continuous feed loading avoids the idle time of batch staining.
What specimens is it designed for?
The system stains peripheral blood and bone marrow smears for hematology review. It works with Hematek Modified Wright stain and Hematek Wright-Giemsa reagent packs.
How often does the stain pack need changing?
One all in one stain pack covers up to 900 slides. The system warns users when stain runs low, and a simple pump release mechanism makes pack changes and maintenance straightforward.
Are slides ready to read when they finish?
Yes. Slides are available for viewing as soon as staining completes, and the rinse reagent contains the alcohol concentration set for proper slide drying. A stained slide dryer is included with the system.
How is waste handled?
Waste collects in a self-contained waste drawer built into the unit. The system alerts users when the waste bin is full, helping keep runs uninterrupted.
What are the installation requirements?
The unit measures 8.7 by 21.3 by 18.1 inches, weighs 44 pounds, and runs on 110 to 230 volt power. It meets TUV and UL requirements for laboratory equipment.
Packaging and Ordering
Sold as listed: ea (SKU 10805311). Stain packs sized for up to 900 slides keep reorder intervals long on busy benches.
