How do I operate the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
The System is operated via a PC which is part of the delivery. BioPAT® MFCS/DA Supervisory Control Software will be supplied as well.
Do I need a second PC/ Laptop for SCADA software?
No, BioPAT® MFCS/DA SCADA software and operation software can be installed on the same PC/ Laptop.
How do I store measurement data from BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Data storage is accomplished via BioPAT® MFCS/DA SCADA Software , delivered with the system.
Can I operate more than one BIOSTAT® Aplus system at the same time via a single PC?
Yes, it is possible to connect up to four (4) BIOSTAT® Aplus to one PC.
How do I connect the operation PC/ Laptop to the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Using a cross patched Ethernet cable for one BIOSTAT® Aplus to one PC.
Using a 1:1 Ethernet cable in a network (1 PC for up to four BIOSTAT® Aplus)
Are there any distance limitations (connection wise) between the BIOSTAT® Aplus and the operating PC?
Since we are using an Ethernet connection there is virtually no distance limitation. But the PC/ Laptop is used for OPERATION e.g. calibration etc. therefore the operating PC should be located as close as possible to the BIOSTAT® Aplus.
What measurement and control parameters are offered with the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Standard measurement parameters for the BIOSTAT® Aplus are: Temperature, stirrer speed, pH, DO, Foam | Level and Substrate.
Does the BIOSTAT® Aplus offer a direct balance connection?
Yes, a special Sartorius Mechatronics balance (Max. load 64 kg reading 5g) can be connected, for weight measurement of the culture vessel, available as an option.
Can I connect an external analyzer and devices be connected to the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Analytical devices such as gas analyzer, cell counter, mass spectrometer etc. can be connected via our advanced BioPAT® MFCS/win version.
How is the gas flow controlled in the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Gas flows are controlled via a manual control valve of the Rotameter.
How many pumps can be controlled via the BIOSTAT® Aplus and what are the pump functions?
In total up to four (4) pumps.
Each package is equipped with three (3) integrated peristaltic pumps for Acid and Base addition as well as a pump for Foam|Level control.
Additionally an external Substrate pump can be connected; analogue controlled (0-10V).
What kind of tubes are needed for the pumps of the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
A start up package including O-Rings and silicon tubes will be provided. For acid and base addition 10 m 1.6 x 1.6 mm and for feed, harvest and filter connection 10 m 1.6 x 3.2 mm silicon tube is included.
Are the culture vessels interchangeable?
Yes, the culture vessels are interchangeable.
Do I need different motors if I change the culture vessel?
No, only one motor is used for all UniVessel® sizes available with the BIOSTAT® Aplus.
What kind of impellers are part of the packages and how many?
Microbial culture packages: Two (2) 6-blade disk impellers (Rushton impellers).
Cell culture packages: One (1) 3-blade pitched impeller (Marine type) is included.
Are pull up and pull down flow Marine impellers available?
The angle of the blades is adjustable. The flow direction can be easily changed.
What kind of gassing systems will be supplied with the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
What are the recommended aeration rates for microbial and cell culture applications?
How often is it necessary to change the Midisart® 2000 air inlet/outlet filters?
Filters can be autoclaved up to 20 times, each Midisart® 2000 filter comes with a memory disk for marking the sterilization cycles.
Are consumable kits (filters, O-rings, etc) available for the culture vessel?
Yes, please contact your local Sartorius Stedim representative for further information.
What do I need to connect the BIOSTAT® Aplus basic unit to the laboratory services?
Part of the delivery is an installation kit, including connection tubes, silicon tubes etc.
What is the maximum power consumption of the BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Approx. max. 1 kW
What laboratory supplies do I need for the operation of a BIOSTAT® Aplus?
Is it possible to connect a recirculation cooling system to the BIOSTAT® Aplus basic unit?
Yes, it is possible. Sartorius Stedim Biotech offers different recirculation cooling units with connection kits. Please contact your local representative.
Are there any possibilities to easily check the quality of pH and DO electrodes?
Yes, calibration zero and slope signals of the pH and DO electrode are displayed, they can be used for an easy electrode check. The zero and slope signals should be in the following range: