- Typical flow rates
- Units in this class typically offer a broad range of flow rates, often from tens of millilitres per minute up to several litres per minute, suitable for various bioprocessing scales.
- Pressure limits
- Commonly, systems of this type operate within a pressure range suitable for modern chromatography media, often up to 0.5 MPa (5 bar).
- Power supply
- Typically requires a standard industrial single-phase power supply, such as 230 V, 50 Hz, with appropriate current rating for the system components.
- Materials of construction
- For single-use systems, wetted parts are commonly made from biocompatible plastics such as polypropylene, polyethylene, and silicone, ensuring GMP compliance.
- Footprint
- The physical footprint for a system like the ÄKTA ready™ is designed for integration into bioprocessing suites, typically requiring floor space suitable for a medium-sized piece of industrial equipment.
- Control system
- Units are typically controlled via integrated software, offering comprehensive method development, run control, and data acquisition capabilities.
- Connectivity
- Commonly features standard industrial communication protocols for integration into larger Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or SCADA environments.