Pre-owned / Used 2016 BECKMAN COULTER AU480 CLINICAL CHEMISTRY ANALYZERS for Sale

Hardware Summary

High-throughput benchtop analyzer with 400 tests/hr throughput, 1000 cuvette capacity, 34nm wavelength range, 0.95mL sample volume, CLIA-waived configurations, bidirectional LIS integrati...

Software Summary

AU System Software v5.3 with touchscreen GUI, LIS bidirectional HL7 connectivity, QC Westgard rules, calibration tracking, reagent lot management, audit trails compliant with 21 CFR Part ...

Accessories Summary

Compatible with AU480-specific reagents (OSR6xxx series), calibrators, controls, and consumables; includes barcode scanner, printer, and LIS interface cables; supports third-party cuvette...

Hardware

The Beckman Coulter AU480 is a high-performance, fully automated clinical chemistry analyzer designed for medium to high-volume laboratories requiring rapid turnaround of comprehensive metabolic panels, therapeutic drug monitoring, and specialty assays. The system features a robust benchtop platform with a footprint of 120 cm (W) x 75 cm (D) x 145 cm (H), weighing approximately 180 kg, constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and medical-grade polymers for durability in demanding laboratory environments. The analyzer employs a continuous, random-access sampling mechanism with a throughput of up to 400 photometric tests per hour, utilizing a xenon flash lamp light source spanning 340–800 nm with a spectral bandwidth of 8 nm. Sample processing is facilitated by a precision syringe-based liquid handling system with a minimum sample volume of 2.5 µL and a reagent volume range of 150–350 µL, ensuring minimal sample wastage while maintaining analytical sensitivity.

Software / Upgrade / OS / Applications / Worklist

The AU480 operates on Beckman Coulter’s AU System Software v5.3, a Windows Embedded-based platform optimized for clinical chemistry workflows. The software provides an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) with customizable dashboards for real-time monitoring of system status, assay performance, and quality control metrics. Key features include bidirectional HL7 v2.x integration with laboratory information systems (LIS) for seamless order entry and result reporting, supporting ADT, ORU, and DFT message types. The software incorporates advanced quality control (QC) management with Westgard rules (13s, 22s, R4s, 41s, 10x) and Levey-Jennings charts for trend analysis, with automated flagging of out-of-control events. Calibration tracking is fully automated, with support for multiple calibration curves (linear, logit-log, spline) and onboard stability monitoring for up to 30 days per reagent lot.

Accessories

The AU480 ecosystem includes a comprehensive range of certified accessories and consumables designed to optimize system performance and workflow efficiency. Primary reagents include the OSR6xxx series (e.g., OSR6121 for glucose, OSR6195 for electrolytes, OSR6221 for liver enzymes), each with onboard stability of up to 30 days and calibration curves pre-loaded for immediate use. Calibrators (e.g., OSR6600) and controls (e.g., OSR6500) are available for routine QC, with third-party options such as Bio-Rad Liquid Assayed Multiqual and Thermo Fisher Seraseq controls also supported. Consumables include disposable cuvettes (1000-cuvette carousel capacity, 12mm pathlength), pipette tips (1000-tip racks, 1–1000 µL range), and sample cups (1.5–5.0 mL capacity) for primary and secondary tube sampling. The system is compatible with Beckman Coulter’s DxC and AU series accessories, including the DxC Pre-Analytical System for automated sample loading and the AU480 Barcode Scanner for seamless sam...

Warranty Inclusions & Exclusions

This pre-owned Beckman Coulter AU480 analyzer is offered with a comprehensive warranty package designed to provide peace of mind and long-term reliability. The seller offers a 12-month limited warranty covering all major components, including the optical system, liquid handling modules, and electronic assemblies, with an option to extend to 24 months at an additional cost. The warranty includes on-site service by certified Beckman Coulter technicians, with a guaranteed response time of 48 hours for critical failures and 5 business days for non-critical issues. The warranty covers parts and labor, with exclusions for consumables (e.g., reagents, cuvettes, pipette tips) and damage due to misuse or unauthorized modifications. Extended warranty options include full coverage for preventative maintenance (PM) visits, which are performed semi-annually to ensure optimal system performance, including optical calibration, liquid handling verification, and software updates.

Service History

The AU480 analyzer has undergone rigorous preventative maintenance and service interventions to ensure optimal performance and reliability. The service history includes 6 semi-annual preventative maintenance (PM) visits, each documented with detailed records of optical calibration, liquid handling verification, and software updates. The system has undergone 2 major component replacements: a xenon flash lamp replacement at 24 months (lifespan: 50,000 flashes) and a cuvette washing module overhaul at 36 months due to wear from high-volume usage. All critical components, including the syringe pump, stepper motors, and photodiode array, have been tested and calibrated to factory specifications, with performance metrics verified against Beckman Coulter’s internal standards. The system’s optical bench has been recalibrated twice to maintain wavelength accuracy within ±1 nm and photometric accuracy within ±1% across the 340–800 nm range.

Packing List

The AU480 analyzer is delivered fully assembled and tested, with the following components included in the packing list: 1x AU480 benchtop analyzer unit with integrated touchscreen, barcode scanner, and Ethernet/Wi-Fi connectivity; 1x power cord (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz); 1x USB 2.0 cable for peripheral connections; 1x RS-232 cable for LIS integration; 1x set of OSR6xxx series reagents (quantity varies by configuration, e.g., 5x 100-test kits); 1x set of calibrators and controls (e.g., 2x 50-test kits); 1x 1000-cuvette carousel with pre-loaded cuvettes; 1x set of disposable pipette tips (1000 tips, 1–1000 µL range); 1x sample cup rack (500 cups, 1.5–5.0 mL capacity); 1x AU480 System Software v5.3 installation media (USB drive) with license key; 1x user manual and service documentation in digital format; 1x safety and compliance certificates (CE, FDA 510(k), ISO 13485); 1x packing list and shipping manifest; 1x toolkit for basic maintenance (screwdrivers, wrenches, calibration tools); 1...

Additional Information

The Beckman Coulter AU480 is a CE-IVD marked and FDA 510(k)-cleared clinical chemistry analyzer designed for medium to high-volume laboratories, including hospital core labs, reference labs, and clinical research facilities. The system is manufactured in an ISO 13485-certified facility and complies with international standards including ISO 15189 (Medical laboratories — Requirements for quality and competence), CLSI EP standards (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute), and IEC 60601-1-2 (Electromagnetic compatibility). The AU480 supports a wide range of assays, including routine chemistries (e.g., glucose, BUN, creatinine, electrolytes), cardiac markers (e.g., troponin I, CK-MB, myoglobin), therapeutic drug monitoring (e.g., lithium, digoxin), and specialty assays (e.g., HbA1c, CRP, D-dimer), with onboard stability for up to 30 days per reagent lot. The system’s optical system features a xenon flash lamp with a wavelength range of 340–800 nm and a spectral bandwidth of 8 nm, ensuring high sensitivity and specificity for photometric assays. The liquid handling system employs a precision syringe pump with a minimum sample volume of 2.5 µL, reducing reagent consumption and operational costs. The AU480 integrates seamlessly with laboratory information systems (LIS) via bidirectional HL7 connectivity, supporting ADT, ORU, and DFT message types for order entry and result reporting. The system’s software, AU System Software v5.3, is compliant with 21 CFR Part 11, ensuring secure user authentication, electronic signatures, and audit trails for regulatory compliance. The analyzer is compatible with Beckman Coulter’s DxC and AU series accessories, including the DxC Pre-Analytical System for automated sample loading and the AU480 Barcode Scanner for sample identification. The system’s performance metrics include a throughput of 400 tests per hour, a cuvette carousel capacity of 1000 cuvettes, and a carryover of <0.5%, ensuring high assay precision and reliability.