The BenchMark Special Stains platform brings full automation to the histology laboratory for special stains so labs can optimize workflow, quality and safety.
Empowering Special Stains with consistent quality, workflow efficiency and improved safety through automated slide staining and ready-to-use reagents.
The BenchMark Special Stains platform brings full automation to the histology laboratory for special stains so labs can optimize workflow, quality and safety.
Productivity features such as the ability to run any test next to any other test and waste fluid sensing optimize workflow. Reducing manual processes and improving lab capabilities allows your skilled laboratory professionals to focus on higher value contributions.
Additionally, an intuitive user interface (Ventana System Software) connects up to eight BenchMark Special Stains and IHC/ISH instruments, enabling seamless integration and easy adoption for lab personnel.
Optimize assays with customizable protocols and leverage automation to eliminate technician variability for reproducible, high quality stains. Jones Staining Kit images demonstrate customizable staining achieved with different protocol selections.
CareGiver remote support establishes a communication link between the BenchMark Special Stains instrument and the Roche customer support center, delivering remote troubleshooting and training, software upgrades over the internet and over-the-shoulder help from Roche service experts.
BenchMark Special Stains AFB Staining Kit 08432503001
Alcian Blue Staining Kit
05279186001
Alcian Yellow Staining Kit
05279321001
Congo Red Staining Kit
05279429001
Elastic Staining Kit 05279216001
Giemsa Staining Kit 05279224001
GMS II Staining Kit 05412749001
Gram Staining Kit 06890105001
Iron Staining Kit
05279259001
Jones Staining Kit
05279348001
Jones Light Green Staining Kit 05279356001
Mucicarmine Staining Kit 05279275001
PAS Staining Kit 05279291001
Alcian Blue for PAS 05279194001
Diastase Kit 05279208001
Light Green for PAS 05279267001
Reticulum II Staining Kit 05279399001
Steiner II Staining Kit 06521894001
Trichrome Staining Kit 06521908001
Green for Trichrome 06521916001
Fully automated
Baking, deparaffinization and staining of Special Stains
Slide carousel
1–20 slides with independent temperature control for each position
Reagent carousel
25 reagent positions
Slides
25 mm x 75 mm or 26 mm x 76 mm Superfrost Plus
Bulk fluids
Up to four bulk fluids in 3-6 L on-board containers
DI water quality specifications
Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) guideline C3-A4 Clinical Laboratory Reagent Water (CLRW)
Modularity
1–8 BenchMark instruments may be controlled from one PC
Configuration
Free standing or modified benchtop installation
Certifications
CSA, EMC, CE compliant
Ordering code
06657389001
Instrument operational temperature
37°C–75°C (98°F–167°F)
Heat
1200 BTU/Hr
Operating temperature
15°C to 30°C (64°F to 90°F)
Humidity
20% to 80%, non-condensing
Voltage
100 VAC +/- 10% (Japan), 120 VAC +/- 10% (US & Canada), 230 VAC +/- 10% (Europe)
Current
4 Amps
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Power connection
Standard 3-prong grounded
Fuse
Waste module: 6.3 Amps, 250 Volts, 5 mm x 20 mm, fast acting
Size (W x D x H)
50.8 cm x 63 cm x 135.4 cm (20 in x 25 in x 53.3 in)
Weight
76.7 kg (165.7 lbs)
Clearances
Rear 15.2 cm (6 in)
Top 30.5 cm (12 in)
Left side 7.6 cm (3 in)
Right side 61 cm (24 in) to open door to 90°
Right side 101.6 cm (40 in) to open door to 180°
Front 108 cm (42.5 in)