Key Benefits
- Purpose-built for animal research — designed from the ground up for preclinical infusion, not adapted from clinical or industrial equipment
- Infusion automation — OrchesTA software enables programmable multi-step dosing protocols with real-time monitoring and GLP-compliant data logging
- Bench-top and ambulatory options — Model 100 for standard bench-top use and Model 500 for continuous infusion in freely-moving large animals
- Ultra-low flow capability — precise delivery at the microlitre-per-hour flow rates required for mouse and small rodent studies
Overview
The Instech OrchesTA syringe pump system is the first infusion platform designed from the ground up specifically for laboratory animal research. Unlike adapted clinical or industrial pumps, the OrchesTA addresses the unique requirements of preclinical infusion studies including ultra-low flow rates, small syringe compatibility, and multi-animal study management.
The range includes the Model 100 bench-top pump for standard rodent infusion studies and the Model 500 ambulatory pump for continuous infusion in freely-moving large animals. OrchesTA Infusion Automation Software provides programmable dosing protocols, real-time monitoring, and data logging for GLP-compliant studies. Walker Scientific also distributes Harvard Apparatus syringe pumps (11 ELITE, PHD ULTRA, PHD 2000 series) for applications requiring alternative pump configurations.
Key Features
- Model 100: bench-top syringe pump designed specifically for rodent infusion studies
- Model 500: ambulatory pump for large animal continuous infusion
- OrchesTA Infusion Automation Software for programmable dosing protocols
- Ultra-low flow rates suitable for mouse studies (microlitres per hour)
- Compatible with standard luer-lock syringes (0.5 mL to 60 mL)
- Real-time flow monitoring and alarm notifications
- GLP-compliant data logging with audit trail
- Multi-pump control from a single software interface
- Also available: Harvard Apparatus 11 ELITE, PHD ULTRA, PHD 2000 syringe pumps
Typical Applications
- Preclinical continuous IV infusion studies
- GLP toxicology dose administration
- Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies
- Subcutaneous and intraperitoneal infusion
- Large animal ambulatory infusion protocols
- Multi-animal parallel dosing studies
Specifications
| Models | Model 100 (bench-top), Model 500 (ambulatory) |
|---|---|
| Syringe Compatibility | 0.5 mL to 60 mL (luer-lock) |
| Flow Rate Range | 0.1 µL/hr to 100 mL/hr (model-dependent) |
| Flow Accuracy | ±1% at steady state |
| Software | OrchesTA Infusion Automation Software |
| Data Logging | GLP-compliant with audit trail |
| Connectivity | USB; multi-pump networking supported |
| Power | 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Model 100); rechargeable battery (Model 500) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the OrchesTA different from clinical syringe pumps?
The OrchesTA was designed from the ground up for preclinical research, with features like ultra-low flow rates for mouse studies, small syringe compatibility, multi-animal protocol management, and GLP-compliant data logging that clinical pumps do not typically offer.
Can I control multiple pumps from one computer?
Yes, the OrchesTA Infusion Automation Software supports multi-pump networking, allowing you to program and monitor multiple pumps from a single interface for parallel dosing studies.
What is the Model 500 ambulatory pump used for?
The Model 500 is a battery-powered wearable pump designed for continuous infusion in freely-moving large animals such as dogs and pigs. It enables chronic dosing studies without restraining the animal.
Do you also supply Harvard Apparatus pumps?
Yes, Walker Scientific distributes Harvard Apparatus syringe pumps including the 11 ELITE, PHD ULTRA, and PHD 2000 series for applications requiring alternative pump configurations or higher flow rates.
Is the OrchesTA suitable for GLP studies?
Yes, the OrchesTA system includes GLP-compliant data logging with full audit trail, real-time monitoring, and alarm notifications to meet regulatory documentation requirements.