The Thermo Scientific™ InstaDose™ Gravimetric Diluter automates the preparation of enrichment media dilutions, serving as a key component of the InstaFlux™ workflow. The system is designed to meet the requirements of EN ISO 6887-1, ensuring correct preparation of initial suspensions and dilutions for microbiological testing. By replacing manual weighing and dilution steps, InstaDose™ reduces variability while maintaining compliance with standardized methods. Through barcode-driven workflows and digital tracking, the system ensures traceable, reproducible, and audit-ready sample preparation.
Product Features and Key Benefits
The InstaDose™ Gravimetric Diluter product package includes the InstaDose™ Peristaltic Pump and Standard Sample Bag Holder. Note: To use the concentrate function, a second InstaDose™ Gravimetric Diluter Peristaltic Pump (Cat. No. DB7002IN) is required.
- Gravimetric dilution compliant with EN ISO 6887-1
- Controlled total mass deviation and reconstitution tolerance
- Barcode-driven workflow selection and traceability
- Pre-configured programs for ISO-aligned workflows
- LIMS-compatible data capture
- Supports 10 g to 125 g sample1 preparation
- Up to four peristaltic pumps / diluents
- Option to use multiple media types on one platform
- Media data automatically transferred to the instrument
- Quick connects for fast, safe connections
- Multiple dispense modes available – manual to automatic
- Fully guided workflows
- Precision equipment set-up for small samples, bottles, or tubes
- Works with standard and InstaPrep™ concentrated media
InstaDose™ Parts and Accessories
Main Instrument
DB7000IN
Basic InstaDose™ Gravimetric Diluter package including:
- InstaDose™ Gravimetric Diluter
- InstaDose™ Peristaltic Pump
- InstaDose™ Standard Sample Bag Holder
Additional Peristaltic Pumps
Maximum of four pumps per InstaDose™ Diluter
DB7002IN
InstaDose™ Gravimetric Diluter Peristaltic Pump
Flatbed / Small Sample Kit
DB7094A
Precision Equipment Bundle for InstaDose™ including:
- DB7006IN Adjustable Flat Bed Pot Holder
- DB7009IN Frame for Precision Nozzle Holder
- (2) DB7010IN Holders for Precision Nozzle
- DB7016WPN Water Tubing, Filter, and Precision Nozzle Head
- DB7032CPN InstaPrep™ 3.2 mm Tubing with Precision Nozzle Head
Sample Holders
- DB7004IN – InstaDose™ Standard (400 mL) Bag Holder
- DB7005IN – InstaDose™ Large Sample (1500 mL) Bag Holder
- DB7008INA – InstaPrep™ Culture Media Bag Holder
Accessories
- DB7006IN – InstaDose™ Adjustable Flat Bed Pot Holder
- DB7007IN – GeckoGrip™ Adhesive Bag Opener (10 per pack)
- DB7009IN – InstaDose™ Frame for Precision Nozzle Holder
- DB7010IN – InstaDose™ Holder for Precision Nozzle (Additional)
Sample Preparation
Streamlines sample preparation by automatically dispensing accurate amounts of water and media into sample bags according to sample weight. Flexible programming options also allow dispensing of a fixed amount, regardless of sample weight, to support a variety of testing workflows.
Part of a Suite
Works with InstaPrep™ media, InstaFill™ pump, tubing, and accessories.