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1. DO NOT stack more than 10 cage bodies DO NOT stack Polypropylene cages during autoclaving country where the product is installed e DO NOT autoclave fully assembled plastic cages with lids series 114 and 014 on since spring clip may cause cage wall warping Series 114 lid e Avoid thermal pulsing cycles e Before autoclaving ensure that no detergent residues are left on the parts e PC and PP parts may gradually weaken or be damaged after repeated autoclaving warping clouding cracking e Clean steam is essential for a proper sterilization Any residue left by the sterilizing system could damage the cages and poison the animals e f fully assembled cages are autoclaved including food and bedding ensure that high quality bedding is used to avoid releasing of damaging substances e DO NOT autoclave plastic label holders on the cages Remove label holders before autoclaving cages and autoclave them separately at 121 C 250 F e f the parts are autoclaved inside a protective covering sterile package cotton plastic bags use permeable materials in order to avoid damages to the equipment Contact Tecniplast for further information Plastic bag for autoclaving2. 155 mm Dimensions L x W mm 1524 x 585 1651 x 585 1780 x 585 H 1676 H 1834 125 125 To be ordered twice Demountable Shelf Style Rack Demountable Shelf Style Rack Number Dimensions of Cages LxWxH per Shelf mm Number of Shelves a 1220 x 390 x 1800 2UN1D500 1780 x 560 x 1900 2UN2D500 Overall Width Included Wheels 480 Welded Shelf Style Rack Welded Shelf Style Rack Dimensions Number Number of Shelves L a H of Shelves Cat No 1290 x 530 x 1710 5 6 2UN5B106 The roof can be used as extra shelf For Automating Watering option please contact your Tecniplast sales representative Hereafter you can find a table of Thermal Properties and Chemical Resistance of Tecniplast plastic cage materials Thermal Properties Suggested Autoclaving Temp C F HDT Water C 9F Absorption Transparency Rigidity Autoclave Radiation Polycarbonate PC 121 249 138 280 Clear 121 134 249 273 121 134 249 273 121 134 249 273 121 134 249 273 118 121 224 249 H Temp PSU 165 329 Clear U Temp PEI 210 410 Clear Amber X Temp PPSU 210 410 Clear Amber Nylon PA 215 419 Opaque Polypropylene Pie 107 224 Translucent Sterilisation Gas Dry Heat Disinfection 1 HDT Heat Deflection Temperature is the temperature at which a bar of the thermoplastic will deflect 0 01 under 66 psi Due to stress influences rigid plastics sho
3. 25 25 25 25 25 Hamsters Guinea Pigs lt 100 100 200 200 300 300 400 400 500 gt 500 lt 60 60 80 80 100 gt 100 lt 550 gt 550 109 17 148 23 187 29 258 40 387 60 gt 451 70 64 10 83 13 103 16 gt 122 2 19 387 60 gt 651 101 17 7 17 7 17 7 17 7 17 7 17 7 15 6 15 6 15 6 15 6 17 7 17 7 Hamsters Guinea Pigs 50 150 pO 250 250550 350 450 450 550 gt D90 lt 60 60 90 90 120 gt 120 lt 150 150 250 250 350 350 450 450 550 5501650 gt 650 150 200 250 300 350 400 80 100 120 165 200 300 400 500 600 700 750 2 Cage Body Selection Tecniplast cage bodies are designed to facilitate animal welfare meet research requirements and minimize experimental variables The following cage body selection is grouped by species Please note that the dimensions are in the following order LxWxH Length x Width x Height Plastic Selection Polycarbonate PC This plastic is transparent with exceptional impact strength and heat resistance It can be autoclaved at 121 C 250 F lt in H TEMP Polysulfone PSU This plastic is highly resistant tt can be autoclaved at 134 C 273 F Considering an average of one autoclaving cycle per week the three year of warranty corresponds to at least 150 cycles n 3 Years i T Y_ Warranty H TEMP Polysulfone PSU U TEMP Polyetherimide PEI
4. 10 H 3 4 5 6 2 35 4 5 6 7 0 Number of Animals per Cage According to UK Guidelines 0 1 2 Number of Animals per Cage Number of Animals per Cage UK Guidelines Min Floor Area and Height USA Guidelines Min Floor Area and Height EU Guidelines Min Floor Area and Height Minimum Minimum Floor Area Minimum per Animal Height when Housed cm Singly cm Minimum Floor Area Enclosure Weight Or len per Animal Height Weight Height 8 cm inch cm inch Species of Animal per Animal cm g when Housed lt 20 330 60 12 lt 10 38 6 12 5 in Groups cm 20 25 330 70 12 10s 51 8 12 5 25 30 330 80 12 15 25 77 12 12 5 lt 30 60 200 gt 30 330 12 gt 25 gt 96 15 12 5 gt 30 100 200 Body Weight yuu Floor hee 2 Enclosure Size per Anima cm cm Species Species Legend for EU USA and UK Guidelines 1144B 11451 lt 50 100 1264C 1284L 1290D 1291H 2150E 2154F 1500U gt 1354G 2000P Hamsters 0 f j Go a a lt a a With Raised Wire Lid for Rats after EU and USA Guidelines Raised Lid Available for Rats and Guinea Pigs after UK Guidelines Guinea Pigs lt 200 200 300 300 400 400 600 gt 600 lt 60 60 100 gt 100 lt 200 200 300 300 450 450 700 gt 700 800 800 800 800 1500 800 800 800 1800 1800 1800 2500 2500 200 18 18 18 18 18 14 14 14
5. Pigs Species Rats Rats Guinea Pigs Rats Guinea Pigs Rats Guinea Pigs solid sheet sides and swing clip lock External fitting with push pull action for easy access to cage occupants 1291H to be ordered as 1290D 123 023 812 4 Two dividers 1500U to be ordered as 1400U 224 To be ordered as 1354G 965 952 Raised Wire Lid with Drop In Hopper Drop In hopper to be ordered separately Series 119 224 Features swing clip lock dual bottle depressions allows push pull action plus top opening hatch for quick access to cage occupants 962 965 Removable Divider Most of the wire lids or raised wire lids without hinged divider can be equipped with removable dividers which have to be ordered separately The removable divider separates the lid built in food hopper and the bottle holder 950 952 Raised Wire Lid Drop in Hopper 4 Bottle amp Cap Selection 4 1 Bottle Selection Tecniplast produces a wide range of water bottles The bottles have a silicone ring This enables easy placing and removal of caps Silicone seal a Is long lasting and does not need to be removed for cleaning when bottles are autoclaved The bottle neck silicone ring features three 2 protruding lips which prevent water from leaking _ A B C D E F Please note that bottle H is without silicone ring Graduated up to 150 ml Graduated up to 250 ml Graduated up to 260 ml 9 Graduated up
6. tray hopper to be filled with powder feed whilst the upper lid divider section slides down directly onto the food A series of SS cross wires on the bottom of the top section provides many small slots through which the animals feed encouraging the consumption of fine particles ensuring ingestion of test medium whilst helping to reduce wastage and prevent nesting Ideal for powder feed studies Series 929 Simple J Design for use with lid Series 012 in order to avoid nesting inside the powder feeder Features anti spill lip at front and separation wires 6 2 Raised Bottom Grid Made of AIS 304 SS wire mesh which can be dropped into solid bottom cages to separate animals from their waste It has 30mm elevation for mice and for rats guinea pigs Features convenient handle for easy insertion and removal 6 3 Plastic Bag Ideal for autoclaving cages when protective covering Is needed The plastic bags feature breathable sides to prevent cage deformation 6 4 Filter Top Tecniplast Filter Tops consist of three parts e Polysulfone PSU H Temp Frame e Polyester Filter Sheet with an atmospheric dust efficiency of 92 on 8 10 um particles e Stainless Steel Retainer The patented Filter Top Mini Isolator Cage System creates a protective barrier at cage level with major advantages for the protection of both animals and staff Filter Top Cages can be autoclaved as complete units The filter top can optionally be supplied wit
7. 12 Hamsters With built in u shaped feed hopper solid sheet sides swing clip lock and push pull action for quick access to cage occupants The series can be equipped with removable divider Series 025 Flat lid without feed hopper Designed for use with post surgery animals or infusion work 3 2 Raised Wire Lid These lids are specially designed for housing rats and guinea pigs Please note that raised wire lids are not compatible with filter tops except 2000P 224 Raised Wire Lid with Built in U Shaped Feed Hopper Series 123 Standard lid with hinged divider which collapses to allow nesting Features solid sheet sides and front spring clip closure Series 120 117 Lid with hinged divider which collapses to allow nesting of lids Features 117 120 Cage Body 1290D 1291H 1500U 1354G 2000P 1291H to be ordered as 1290D 116 016 012 812 025 1500U to be ordered as 1400U 116 016 2000P 242 to be ordered with Drop In Hopper 962 or 950 4 Can be used with mice 44 Two dividers 444 1290D to be ordered with Raised Wire Lid for Housing Rats Raised Wire Lid Selection Removable Divider and Drop In Hopper Lid Lid Removable with Divider without Divider Divider 12a 023 B12 SA J7 017 120 020 1194 224 Raised Height Top Hatch Access Drop In Hopper Drop In Hopper mm 60 mm for Guinea Pigs for Rats 165 x 220 Sto Sys 220 x 225 2A X 225 Guinea
8. 50 100 ACPC0056 Ou SS Horizontal with Spring 125 x 50 90 5 Label Holder Selection Vertical or horizontal label holders are available with two different attachments Cap Selection SS Cap Nylon Cap Hole etal Length for Bottles for Bottles mm i mm ACCP2521 ACCP2522 1 8 6 5 25 ACPC0046 80 x 60 SS Horizontal with Spring 75 x 50 80 ACPCO045PL 105x75 Plastic Horizontal with Hook 100 x 50 90 ACPCOO55PL 105x75 Plastic Horizontal with Spring 100 x 50 90 ACPCO056PL 130x77 Plastic Horizontal with Spring 125 x 50 90 ACPCOO65PL 130x77 Plastic Horizontal with Hook 125 x 50 90 e With Spring allows label holder to swivel and enables writing without removing the card Please note that the spring design is only suitable for Tecniplast cages ACCP2511 ACCPS50 ACCP6501 ACCP2509 with pre drilled lugs for label holder attachment ACCP2511 1 0 65 25 ACCPS50 With Balls 8 50 ACCP6521 Qi 8 65 Cap Selection eWith Hook suitable for any cage or lid Wide format specific for cage 2000P 6 Accessories 6 1 Powder Feeder Made of AISI 304 SS Tecniplast powder feeders are located inside the cages and hang at the cage body wall Provided with one or more partitions they can be accessed simultaneously by two or more animals These feeders are designed with small compartments to prevent animals from entering and nesting and to reduce waste and spillage Series 927 922 923 Unique two part design consisting of lower
9. B1000 2H20B1000 2H20B1000H 2H24B 1000 2H30B 1000 2E25B 1000 2E30B 1000 2F20B 1000 2F25B 1000 2U20B 1000 2G18B 1000 2G20B1000 2G20B1000H 2G24B 1000 2P15B 1000 2P18B 1000LW 2B64B 1000BW 2142B1000BW 2148B 1000BW 2164B1000BW 21128B 1000BW 2CL30B 1000BW 2CL36B 1000BW 2CL48B 1000BW 2CL60B 1000BW 2CL70B 1000BW 2D24B 10000BW 2H20B 1000BW 2H20B 1000HBW 2H24B 1000BW 2H30B1000BW 2E25B 1000BW 2E30B 1000BW 2F20B 1000BW 2F25B 1000BW 2U20B 1000BW 2G18B 1000BW 2G20B 1000BW 2G20B 1000HBW 2G24B 1000BW 2P15B1000BW 2P18B 1000LWBW44 44Cannot be used with filter tops 1494 x 480 x 1867 1128 x 500 x 1647 1128 x 500 x 1857 1494 x 500 x 1853 1494 x 865 x 1851 1240 x 480 x 1867 1482 x 480 x 1867 1482 x 480 x 1998 1240 x 880 x 1871 1240 x 880 x 1871 1214 x 515 x 1873 1214 x 515 x 1651 1214 x 515 x 1873 1214 x 515 x 1943 1510 x 480 x 1943 1300 x 540 x 1870 1300 x 540 x 1870 1178 x 580 x 1873 1465 x 580 x 1873 1642 x 600 x 1787 1239 x 690 x 1867 1642 x 690 x 1756 1642 x 690 x 1873 1642 x 690 x 1867 195 X725 X 1875 1395 x 725 x 1980 flexibility SS Floor Grid Individual SS Support Frame Mesh Bottom Cage Tray PC Double mE Rack Mesh Bottom Cage Mesh bottom cages are basically solid bottom cages whose base has been SEE T removed and replaced by an electro polished AISI 304 Stainless Steel floor grid They are recommended whe
10. PITECNIPLAST HEADQUARTERS ITALY Tel 39 0332 809711 wwwttecniplast it e E mail tecnicom tecniplast it SISTER COMPANIES AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND Tel 61 2 8845 6500 wwwtecniplast it e E mail info tecniplast com au FRANCE T l 04 72 52 94 41 wwwtecniplast fr e E mail info tecniplast fr GERMANY Tel 08805 921320 www ecniplast de E mail info tecniplast de UNITED KINGDOM Tel 0845 0504556 www tecniplast it e E mail info tecniplastuk com JAPAN Tel 03 5770 5375 www4tecniplast it e E mail info tecniplastjapan co p USA CANADA Toll Free 877 669 2243 www ecniplastusa com E mail info tecniplastusa com To find your local distributor please visit www tecniplast it ISO 9001 Cert n 0875 ISO 14001 Cert n 0256A 0 Tecniplast reserves the right to change or modify product and or specifications without notice or obligation Housing Small Rodents is a Tecniplast trademark EEL er i k TEPI HENT ak lali FF PTECNIPLAST innovation through passion 1 Housing Guidelines Tecniplast s Product Compliance with International Guidelines Because caging equipment is one of the most important elements in the physical and social environment of the animals used in experimental procedures Tecniplast has developed with customers valued help the largest range of cages meeting or exceeding current rules and Housing Guidelines Number of Mice per Cage Number of Mice
11. This plastic is highly resistant it can be autoclaved at 134 C 273 F Considering an average of one cycle per week the five year of warranty corresponds to at least 250 cycles Years Warranty U TEMP Polyetherimide PEI Please refer to the Tecniplast warranty documents 1144B 1145T 442 x 150 x 130 mm 469 x 156 x 132 mm floor area 335 cm floor area 435 cm 1264C Eurostandard Type Il 267 x 207 x 140 mm floor area 370 cm 1284L Eurostandard Type II L 465 x 207 x 140 mm floor area 530 cm 1290D Eurostandard Type Ill 425 x 266 x 155 mm floor area 820 cm Plastic Selection Cage Body Polycarbonate H Temp 1144B 001 OOSU 1145T 001 OOSU 1264C 00SU 1284L OOSU 1290D 00SU 1291H 00SU 2150E g 00SU 2154F 5 00SU 1500U 00SU 1354G 2000P i 00SU 1291H Eurostandard Type III H 2150E 2154F For Automatic Watering option please contact your Tecniplast sales representative 425 x 266 x 185 mm 355 x 235 x 190 mm 480 x 265 x 210 mm floor area 580 cm floor area 940 cm Legend floor area 800 cm Mice Rats Hamsters Guinea Pigs a cee i am es er 1500U Eurostandard Type IV S 480 x 375 x 210 mm floor area 1500 cr 1354G Eurostandard Type IV 2000P 595 x 380 x 200 mm floor area 1820 cm 610 x 445 x 215 mm floor area 2065 cm 3 Lid Selection Tecniplast uses only first choice certified AISI 304 Stainless Steel Guaranteed uniform quality with minima
12. ade of polished AISI 316 Stainless Steel to be corrosion resistant The caps are chew proof and have a one piece sipper tube design A perfect long lasting product is guaranteed by our special production processes constant quality standards and attention to detail The cone shaped cap design with the slope of the bottle maximize water availability for animals e PC ACBT1000 1 f ACBTG800RIC Silicone Ring detail Horizontal Vertical Legend Series ACCP2521 Bottle Selection Bottles with Silicone Ring Standard bottle cap made of stainless steel with 1 8 mm hole Cage Body 1144B 1145T 1264C 1284L 1290D 1291H 2150E 2154F Series ACCP2511 Bottle cap with 1 0 mm hole for special applications where the control of water consumption Is essential l Series ACCP2522 Same design as Series ACCP2521 but made of plastic shorter lifespan Series ACCP6521 Horizontal Vertical Bottle cap specially designed for small weak or post surgery animals ps 1354G Label Holder Series ACCPS50 2000P Bottle cap designed for special experiments where easy accessibility and ACCP2521 Cap Remover ACCPLCOI Please contact us for compatibility with racks Label Holder Selection a higher flow rate of water is needed Label holder Lx H mm Style Suits Cards L x H mm ACPC0050 75105 SS Vertical with Hook 70 x 50 100 ACPCO055 105x 75 SS Horizontal with Spring 100 x 50 90 ACPCO060 75x105 SS Vertical with Spring 70 x
13. double sided racks with cage series 1264C Rack Configuration e Shelves available in different lengths e Set of four uprights available in two sizes e Set of four castors two unbraked and two braked 7 3 Demountable Shelf Style Rack Completely demountable with shelves easily removable without tools Solid sheet shelves have side and back lips for added security of cage position Normally used as single sided racks only Available in two different sizes 7 4 Welded Shelf Style Rack Fully welded for maximum strength and rigidity Simple design for easier cleaning and significant comparative low cost Only one size available Please note that the standard castors are coated with Polyurethane They withstand autoclave cycles at 121 C 250 F if the racks are not loaded with cages Alternatively whenever frequent autoclaving higher holding temperatures or when racks are autoclaved fully loaded select castors with Glass fibre reinforced Nylon wheels Cat No ACRLIO3PNFN unbraked and ACRFIO3PNFN braked Number of Cages per Shelf Shelf length mm 1144B 11457 1264C 1284L 1290D 1291H 2150E 2154F 1500U Adjustable Shelf Style Rack Configuration Description 2UNROO60 Shelf 2UNRO065 Shelf 2UNR0070 Shelf 2UNRPT1676 2UNRPT1834 Set of 4 uprights Set of 4 uprights Polyurethane Coated KK pene Unbraked Castor Polyurethane Coated KK nUla Braked Castor Does not include the castor height
14. emical resistance of each plastic material 2 If an alkaline detergent is used carry out a neutralization cycle 3 Rinse with soft water Wash cages at 55 C 131 F 60 C 140 F max Higher temperatures 80 176 F to 85 C 185 F may be used for short contact periods to neutralize and rinse cages HOW TO DISINFECT PLASTIC CAGES Use a disinfectant compatible with plastic materials Read the disinfectant technical specifications before use A SAFETY NOTES Never heat parts containing disinfectant residues little or no damage after 30 days of constant exposure to the reagent E F Fair N Not Recommended Some effect after 7 days of constant exposure to the reagent Not for continuous use Immediate damage may occur The effect will be a more severe crazing cracking loss of strength discolouration deformation IMPORTANT This Chemical Resistance Summary Chart is a general guide only It is highly recommended to test cage washing products under specific conditions before using them For further information contact Tecniplast Technical Service HOW TO STERILIZE PLASTIC CAGES IN AUTOCLAVE REFERENCES It is possible to autoclave fully assembled cages e Laboratory SOPs A e Autoclave user manual SAFETY NOTES PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Wear adequate personal protective equipment in compliance with your Laboratory SOPs and with laws and regulations in force in the country where the product is installed in terms of perso
15. h Nylon Lock Latches to prevent accidental dislodgement from the cage body Due to their large filtration area the filter tops maintain an efficient gaseous interchange with the external environment resulting in lower levels of intra cage NH and CO2 compared with competitor systems Replacement Filter Sheet Sterilizable Polyester Filter Sheets are available as spare parts Animal Protection e Proven microbial protection e Protection against pathogenic containments introduced by animal care takers Better microenvironment inside the cage due to reduced fluctuations in temperature and humidity plus the elimination of draughts e Enhanced animal health reduced infant mortality and respiratory problems Staff Protection e Reduced air borne contaminations in the working environment e Significant lowering of respiratory associated allergenic reactions among animal care staff Number of Powder Feeder Compartments Cage Body 1264C 929 1290D 1291H 2150E 2154F 1354G Raised Bottom Grid Raised Bottom Grid Raised Bottom Grid 150 l50 150 150 150 a50 150 50 150 219 Cage Body 1144B 11457 1264C 1284L 1290D 1291H 2150E 2154F 1500U 1354G Plastic Bag ACBAGOOISR Accessories Difference Nylon Lock Latch Species J Efficient Gaseous Interchange Cage with Filter Top Mice without Nylon Lock Latch Rats Mice Rats Rats PSU H Te
16. l dirt traps and excellent stackability for ease of handling and storage Designed to ensure perfect fit and positive locking throughout the complete product range 016 116 015 115 Wire Lid Selection and Removable Divider For different species different lid designs are used Inner at i a i Warning DO NOT autoclave lids 014 114 123 on cage body a ie y without without pei Species irrespective of material as spring clip may cause cage wall warping pada ane lee Divider Divider 3 1 Wire Lid 1144B 116 016 1264C812 Mice Bee r 1457 116 016 Mice Inner Fitting Lid cated ee 1264C 116 016 1264C812 Mice The inner fitting lid is compatible with filter tops l Difference 1284L 116 016 1264C812 Mice Series 016 116 015 115 Sane Mice Standard lid with built in u shaped feed hopper and hinged divider Doit 1290D812 Rats which collapses to allow nesting of lids Features solid sheet sides als swing clip lock and bottle protection washer designed to prevent 2150E 1290D812 een chewing of non metal tops Series 015 016 is without hinged divider and can be equipped with removable divider 51545 1290D812 oe Series 014 114 Same features like as series 116 The difference is the spring clip 1500U 1400U812 Peet closure Series 014 is without hinged divider and can be equipped with i removable divider h 1290D812 Pr P Hamsters Outer Fitting Lid P The outer fitting lid is not compatible with filter tops T Series 0
17. mp Frame SS Retainer and Polyester Filter Sheet Rats Rats Rats Rats Filter Top Filter Top and Replacement Filter Sheet Autoclavable Autoclavable Filter Top Filter Top with Nylon Lock Latches Replacement Cage Body Filter Sheet 1144B 400SU 400SUC 420R 1145T 400SU 400SUC 420R 1264C 400SU 400SUC 420R 1284L 400SU 400SUC 420R 1290D 1291H 400SU 400SUC 420R 2150E 400SU 420R 2154F 400SU 420R 2000P 400SU 420R 1291H to be ordered as 1290D 400SU 400SUC 420R 7 Rack Selection Tecniplast Racks are all made of AISI 304 SS It is possible to choose among different styles of rack e Runner Style Rack Adjustable Shelf Style Rack Runner Style Rack PEN Rack Configuration Rack Model PA i e Demountable Shelf Style Rack age Body without Bumpers emountable Shelf Style Rac para Welded Shelf Style Rack ne Without Bumpers __Wih Bunpas 7 1 Runner Style Rack Tecniplast AISI 304 Stainless Steel racks are unparalleled with respect to husbandry and hygiene considerations occupational health and safety requirements ergonomics reduced noise levels and aesthetic appeal The design permits an excellent view into all cages and their occupants Having pioneered tubular SS construction of racks Tecniplast today utilizes a 3D CAD system design automated cutting punching and TIG welding construction processes Attention to detail such as uniform polishing and finishing conclude the wo
18. nal health and protection IMPORTANT IF FULLY ASSEMBLED CAGES ARE AUTOCLAVED INCLUDING FOOD AND BEDDING ENSURE THAT HIGH QUALITY BEDDING IS USED TO AVOID THE RELEASE OF DAMAGING SUBSTANCES e IF THE PARTS ARE AUTOCLAVED INSIDE A PROTECTIVE COVERING STERILE PACKAGE COTTON PLASTIC BAGS USE PERMEABLE MATERIALS IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT CONTACT TECNIPLAST FOR FURTHER PROCEDURE INFORMATION 1 Place cages in the autoclave It is possible to autoclave up to 10 cage bodies stacked one inside the other Polypropylene cages cannot be stacked during autoclaving It is possible to autoclave fully assembled cages at 121 C 250 F Ensure all the parts wire lid filter top etc are properly positioned in order to avoid damaging the cage DO NOT autoclave plastic label holders on the cages Remove label holders before autoclaving cages and autoclave them separately at 121 C 250 F 2 Autoclave at the suggested temperature see table above for plastic thermal properties Nylon lock clamp 3 Let the cages cool down on a level surface Dispose of the packaging in compliance with norms and regulations in force in the country where the product is being installed DO NOT exceed the suggested autoclaving temperature DO NOT dispose of plastic or metal material as unsorted municipal waste Ea l Any plastic or metal material is to be collected and disposed of separately in compliance with norms and regulations in force in the
19. never rodents need to be housed on Double Runner Style Rack and Mesh Bottom Cage mesh flooring with excrement collected in a separate PC waste tray Rack Model with Double Runners Model with Double Runners Dimensions SS Mesh Rack Configuration Rack Configuration ae aed Cage Body ae ee with I a SH Bumpers aie y Floor Grid Tray PO Individual SS pepe W94 LxWxH ia Niel Support Frame ssa nm e oom Please note that rats and guinea pigs are housed on 11x11mm mesh whilst mice require a 7x7 mm grid spacing 1264C 1284L Single Sided 2CL30B2000 2CL30B2000BW 1240 x 480 x 1873 524 382 1290D Single Sided 2D24B2000 2D24B2000BW 1214 x 515 x 1900 524 525 382 Bumper Nylon Runners 1291H Single Sided 2H20B2000 2H20B2000BW 1214 x 515 x 1873 524 525 382 Individual SS Support Frame Individual SS support frames can be used when cages are placed either on 1354G Single Sided 2G20B2000 2G20B2000BW 1642 x 690 x 1873 524 525 382 Runner Style Rack benches or shelf style racks Stand alone Solution 1291H to be ordered as 1290D 382 905 7 2 Adjustable Shelf Style Rack The adjustable shelves have brackets at each corner for a quick change of shelf height by screws The design of this rack permits the selection of the desired number of shelves and their later addition or removal offers a high density capacity and also flexibility to accommodate changed cage sizes during the years They can be used as single or
20. per Cage Number of Mice per Cage guidelines gt 30 ae gt 30 ae S38 25 30 66 15 25 C EU Guidelines 2 2 2 Requirements for Establishments and for the Care and Accomodation of JS E 10 15 5 ex Animals Annex Ill of the Directive 2010 63 EU of the European CO a s 3 i a lt 20 3 Parliament and of the Council on the protection of animals used for Sb scientific purposes 22 September 2010 019 34 5 6 7 8 0 ll DR u 012345 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 1415 16 17 18 19 2021 2223 5 6 7 8 9 0 11 12 13 14 Number of Animals per Cage USA Guidelines Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals Institute of Number of Rats per Cage Number of Rats per Cage Number of Rats per Cage Laboratory Animal Research Division on Earth and Life Studies National gt 600 aon Research Council National Academy Press Washington D C 2011 POA C 400 600 SB A C UK Guidelines E 300 400 E ee E Code of Practice for the Housing and Care of Animals used in Scientific EE E E Procedures Home Office Animals Scientific Procedures ACT 1986 E 5 co lt 20 o lt 10 Go D D 0 1 2 5 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N 0 123456 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 012345 67 8 9 1011 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Number of Animals per Cage Number of Guinea Pigs per Cage Number of Guinea Pigs per Cage Number of Guinea Pigs per Cage 500 450 gt 350 C C C 6 200 300 o S E E z Z lt 350 z lt 200 D D D D D 0 1 2 5 4 5 6 7 8 9
21. recommended to remove organic soiling An acid washing cycle is recommended to remove urine or hard water scaling A SAFETY NOTES e DO NOT use alkaline detergents in case of hand washing especially if sinking cages in a pre soak tank DO NOT exceed the suggested washing temperature since higher washing temperature could damage the parts e DO NOT use rinse aid products e DO NOT use products containing surfactants DO NOT use abrasive cleaners scouring pads or strong oxidizing agents on any part e Rinse the parts with soft water after washing to reduce the effect of hard water milky grey discolouration e Carefully read and follow all safety data sheet instructions before using any chemical product IMPORTANT ALKALINE DETERGENTS CAN DAMAGE POLYCARBONATE PARTS CORROSION OR HYDROLYSIS IF NOT THOROUGHLY NEUTRALIZED TO NEUTRALIZE CARRY OUT A SHORT ACID CYCLE AND RINSE WITH SOFT WATER SHOULD SOME WATER RESIDUES REMAIN ON THE CAGES ENSURE THAT THE PH IS EITHER NEUTRAL OR SLIGHTLY ACID BEFORE HANDLING REFERENCES e Laboratory SOPs e Detergent Technical specifications e Cage washer user manual PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Wear adequate personal protective equipment in compliance with your Laboratory SOPs and with laws and regulations in force in the country where the product is installed in terms of personal health and protection PROCEDURE 1 Wash with a detergent specific for plastic materials see table above for ch
22. rk This is your guarantee for a long lasting product that offers an exceptional Return on Investment Tecniplast unique T profile suspension runners are specifically designed to minimize dirt traps whilst permitting safe simple and silent positioning of cages without risk of damage They are far superior to metal runners or channels of other racks Other features are e SS solid top sheet to reduce the exposure to draught and excessive light of the top rows e Tubular base corners are all rounded for improved safety and to avoid damage of wall covering four retrofitting plastic bumpers can also be provided on request 4 Pieces Cat No ACPAQ6 Double Runner Style Rack Runner Style Racks can be equipped with double runners and can be used either with mesh or solid bottom cages providing a high degree of Can be used with raised lid Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Double Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Double Sided Double Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Single Sided Close distance between cages when filter tops are used Cage Body PC 4To be used with bottle type F 2B64B 1000 2142B1000 2148B 1000 2164B 1000 21128B1000 2CL30B 1000 2CL36B 1000 2CL48B 1000 2CL60B 1000 2CL70B 1000 2D24
23. to 400 ml Graduated up to 500 ml Ungraduated 700 ml i A Total Volume 190 ml Total Volume 280 ml Total Volume 300 ml Total Volume 450 ml Total Volume 600 ml Total Volume 720 ml The bottles are made of clear glass Polycarbonate PC complying with 54 x 110 mm 56 x 156 mm J55 x55 x 128 mm AN x 72x 122 mm 74 x 180 mm 72x 72x182 mm Title 21 FDA requirements Autoclavable at 121 C 250 F for 20 minutes Available Available I Available Available Available Available A e PC ACBT0152 e PC ACBT0252 e PC ACBT0262 e PC ACBT0402 e PC ACBT0502 7 e PC ACBT0702 The most popular sizes styles are optionally available in H Temp PSU PSU ACBTO262SU PSU ACBTO4OISU j CPSU ACBTo7o2SU amber U Temp PEI and X Temp PPSU e PEI ACBT0262PI e PEI ACBTO402P I PPSU ACBTO262PFS PSU ACBTO402PFS Black ACBTO262N T Important features e Consistent thickness e Rigid walls cannot be squeezed when handling E a Eo OR i e Wide mouth 44 5 mm to aid filling and emptying whilst also j i ensuring effective washing j H Graduated up to 1000 ml e Embossed moulded graduations as aid to volume measurement a menee Sears ca mi j With Spring Please note that bottles ACBT0702 and 0702SU are ungraduated Total Volume 900 ml 2183 x 83 x 225 mm 84 X 210 mm Available 4 2 Cap Selection ee e PC ACBT0752 Tecniplast metal bottle caps are totally m
24. uld NOT be exposed to such heat levels 2 Water absorption the of water absorbed by a 3 175 mm 1 8 sample over 24 hours exposure Sterilisation e Radiation gamma irradiation at 25 kGy 2 5 Mrad with non stabilised plastic e Gas Ethylene Oxide Formaldehyde Hydrogen Peroxide Chlorine Dioxide e Dry Heat 160 C 320 F for 120 minutes e Disinfectants Benzalkonium Chloride Formalin Formaldehyde Ethanol 3 4 H Temp is a TECNIPLAST trademark for Polysulfone Compared to standard PC Makrolon this material can be exposed to autoclaving cycles up to 150 C 302 F max 5 X Temp and U Temp is a TECNIPLAST trademark for Polyetherimide and Polyphenylsulfone Compared to PSU and PC this material can be exposed to autoclaving cycles up to 160 C 320 F max for a longer time whilst maintaining initial transparency and impact resistance 6 Nylon is purposely reinforced with Glass fibre to improve physical and heat performances 7 Do not stack Polypropylene cages during autoclaving Chemical Resistance Classes of Substance Polycarbonate H Temp U Temp at 20 C PC PSU PEI Acids diluted or weak Bases Esters Oxidant agents strong Chemical Resistance Classification E Eycellent X Temp Nylon Polypropylene PPSU PA PP 30 days of constant exposure cause no damage Plastic may even tolerate for years G Good HOW TO WASH PLASTIC CAGES An alkaline washing cycle is
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