This unit consists of a slide processor, a computer system with DakoLink workflow compatibility and a printer. Up to three Artisan Link Pro Special Staining Systems can be connected to one touch screen computer. It operates either in single or in a networked configuration system using a LAN system (DakoLink software) or a Laboratory Information System (LIS); providing 24/7 access to the stainer processing status. Artisan Link Pro has a touch screen computer, which minimizes system footprint and simplifies operation.

It delivers excellent quality special stains using Artisan Reagents, which are packaged in patented cartridges that provide precision dispensing of reagents for optimal staining quality.

Through use of the Artisan Clearing Solution, the entire staining process, including slide drying (baking) and deparaffinization, can be automated. This allows for loading of slides directly from the microtome onto the staining system.

Hardware Specifications

Dimensions: 20.5" H (52 cm) x 26" D (67 cm) x 32" W (80 cm)
Weight (including Power Supply): 150 lbs (68 kg)
Slide Capacity: 48 slides
Reagent Capacity: 50 and 100 tests packs
Bulk Fluid Capacity: Six 1 L containers (optional: one off-board 4 L bottle)
Reagent Waste Separation: Two 2 L bottles, two 4 L bottles
Deionized Water Container: 10 L carboy
Individual Slide Temperature Control: Ambient to 65 °C
Environmental Operation: 15-35 °C at 15-75% relative humidity
Storage: 5-50 °C at 15-95% relative humidity (non-condensing)

Components included with the Artisan Link Pro Special Staining System
Computer: All-in-one, medical grade touch screen computer, 2.2 GHz Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or equivalent,
Monitor: 17" flat-panel LCD
Printer: HP Deskjet® or equivalent
Connections and Cables: Two Ethernet cables, AC line cord

Reliability and innovation come together in Autostainer Link 48. Our trusted immunohistochemistry stainer is united with revolutionary software and connectivity options, delivering an outstanding level of integration that provides high productivity and efficient workflow.

Autostainer Link 48 ensures optimal staining results and offers a high slide and reagent capacity. Save space and centralize slide programming by connecting up to three instruments and three PT Links to one computer.

The DakoLink software has optimized run-time estimation.

Get high-quality staining results - on time

• Process 48 slides in less than three hours. This makes it possible to finalize 96 slides during a regular working day with only one Autostainer Link 48 and one PT Link
• Gain up to 45 minutes of your run time compared to our previously fastest Autostainer - Autostainer Plus
• Get the most out of your laboratory time by processing slides in parallel using PT Link and the fastest ever Autostainer Link 48
• Have the freedom to set up your own standards and a possibility to control these

Hardware Specifications

Dimensions: 89 cm W x 66 cm D x 68 cm H (35'' W x 26'' D x 27'' H)
Weight: 66.7 kg (147 lbs)
Electrical specifications: 120 V: 110/120 V (+/- 10%), 60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)
220 V: 220/240 V (+/- 10%), 50 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)
Normal operating temperature: 18-26 °C (64-79 °F)
Total slide capacity: 48 slides (US and international sizes)
Reagent capacity: 42 reagents

Dako CoverStainer automates every step of the H&E process from baking, dewaxing and staining through to the dehydrated, coverslipped and dried slide that is ready for examination by the pathologist. Dako Reagent Management System (DakoRMS), which is an integral part of Dako CoverStainer, automates the reagent handling process, and secures consistent high staining quality as well as better safety for laboratory personnel when handling reagents.

Dako CoverStainer is part of the Dako H&E solution which also consists of ready-to-use reagents, an optimized, validated H&E protocol, consumables as well as DakoLink software. This combination gives laboratories consistently high staining quality while at the same time reducing hands-on and turnaround time.

Hardware Specifications

Dimensions: 65.1" W x 26.5" D x 50.1"; H (165.5 cm W x 67.2 cm D x 128.0 cm H)
Electrical specifications: 100-120 V: ~6 A, 50/60 Hz
220-240 V: ~3 A, 50/60 Hz
Normal operating temperature: 18-26 °C (64-79 °F), relative humidity: 25-60%
Network/LIS connection: LAN: preferably with DHCP server
Cable: Minimum CAT-5 patch cable, maximum length: 3 m (10 ft)
Total slide capacity: 120 slides per run/240 slides per hour, continuous loading
Reagent capacity: 36 reagent stations, 18 dip tanks with 2 compartments