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Quantum bioprocessing pump

Overview

Quantum single-use bioprocessing pumps

 

Quantum is an innovative bioprocessing pump providing a step-change in pump technology. Enabling higher downstream process yields throughout the pressure range, Quantum exceeds the performance of any other bioprocessing pump available.


Quantum is specifically designed for tangential flow filtration (TFF), virus filtration (VF), and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) applications. Quantum delivers flow linearity throughout the 3 bar single-use processing pressure range up to 20 L/min, leading the market with virtually no pulsation 0.12 bar pressure stability. 4,000:1 control ratio enables sustained transmembrane pressure (TMP) in micro and ultrafiltration via servo valves. Limited to 200:1 control ratio, Quantum also helps to overcome challenges in HPLC gradient work.


Quantum exhibits half the shear of diaphragm pumps and accurate flow at set speed through the life of the patented ReNu SU (single-use) Technology cartridge means auxiliary flow monitoring is no longer required.

Make sterile connections in non-sterile environments

Plug and play with our ReNu SU (single-use) Technology cartridge assemblies, provided with aseptic connectors and sterility assurance claim.

The patented ReNu SU Technology cartridge is simple to install, enabling its aseptic fluid paths to be positioned quickly and accurately ready for use.

ReNu SU Technology cartridge

Features and benefits

  • Flow rates from 5.33 ml/min to 20 L/min
  • 4,000:1 speed control range from 0.1 to 400 rpm in 0.1 rpm increments
  • Patented ReNu SU cartridge technology
  • Colour display and intuitive menu structures provide visual status indication and minimal key presses
  • Keypad incorporates 3-level security PIN protection
  • Paint free IP66/NEMA 12/13 pump housing
  • Dual voltage, 115 V/230 V 50/60 Hz

Technical summary

Min. flow rate 5.33 ml/min
Max. flow rate 20 L/min
Max. operating pressure3 bar
Speed control ratio4000:1 
Operating temperature range 5 °C to 30 °C
Operating temperature range 41 °F to 86 °F
Control typesRemote Analogue/Digital 
StandardsCE, cETLus, IEC 61010-1 
Ingress ProtectionIP66, NEMA 12/13 
Power supply100 V to 120 V/200 V to 240 V 1ph 50/60 Hz 250 VA 

Technical Summary table lists features available within the range. See ‘Specifications’ tab for model specific information.

Specifications

Technical specifications

Quantum 600
Min. flow rate 5.33 ml/min
Max. flow rate 20 L/min
Max. operating pressure3 bar
Speed control ratio4000:1 
Max. operating speed400 rpm
Min. operating speed0.1 rpm
Operating temperature range 5 °C to 30 °C
Operating temperature range 41 °F to 86 °F
Fluid temperature range 5 °C to 37 °C
Fluid temperature range 41 °F to 98 °F
Weight38 kg
Weight83.8 lbs
Inlet/outlet Connections3 x M12 chassis male 8-way, M12 chassis female 8-way 
Control typesRemote Analogue/Digital 
Control options
StandardsCE, cETLus, IEC 61010-1 
Ingress ProtectionIP66, NEMA 12/13 
Humidity(Non-condensing) 80 % up to 31 °C (88 °F) decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F) 
Noise<70dB(A) at 1m 
Max. altitude2000 m
Power supply100 V to 120 V/200 V to 240 V 1ph 50/60 Hz 250 VA 

Quantum 600 dimensions

Materials of construction

Drive caseworkAnodised aluminium, Silicone
Keypad/HMIPolyester
Pumphead body assemblyAnodised aluminium
Pumphead roller assemblyStainless steel 316
Pumphead trackAnodised aluminium
SealsSilicone

Control

Control options

Pump drives Universal
Manual control
Intuitive keypad and colour display
Choice of flow rate or speed display
Full calibration with choice of flow units
Remote control
Configurable Start/Stop, leak detector input (via contact closure or 5V TTL or 24V industrial logic)
Direction change and auto/manual toggle input (via contact closure or 5V TTL or 24V industrial logic)
Remote operation of MemoDose (foot/hand-switch or logic input)
Four configurable digital status outputs through 24V, 30W relays
Analogue speed control
Fully configurable inputs; 0-10V or 4-20mA
Analogue outputs; 0-10V, 4-20mA
Tacho frequency output; 0 to 1067 Hz, 0 to 400RPM
Security
3-level Security PIN lock

Validation

About the Quantum ReNu validation guides

ReNu SU Technology and its raw materials have been tested under a range of pharmacopoeial and non-pharmacopoeial standards. These include:

  • USP Biocompatibility in vivo and in vitro
  • European Pharmacopoeia, 3.1.9
  • ISO 10993

Additional testing carried out includes extractables testing. For a summary of the validation/qualification testing that has been carried out on ReNu Su Technology, please view the summary guide.

The full validation guide including additional information regarding test methods and actual test reports.

ReNu SU Technology, its raw materials and manufacturing process meets a number of regulatory compliance legislations. Specific statements relating to these compliances are available in the ReNu SU Technology compliance guide, which can be requested below.

Validation summary guide

The summary guide summarises the validation/qualification testing that has been carried out on Quantum ReNu.

View Quantum ReNu summary guide [File size] - 367kb

Request full validation guide

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You also agree that you will not copy, redistribute, transmit, assign, sell, broadcast, rent, share, lend, modify, adapt, edit or transfer the validation guide to any other party without prior consent from WMFTS.

Disclaimer: You hereby agree the provided validation guide is for private use only to assist in the qualification of the products listed within the validation guide.

You also agree that you will not copy, redistribute, transmit, assign, sell, broadcast, rent, share, lend, modify, adapt, edit or transfer the validation guide to any other party without prior consent from WMFTS.

Literature

Brochures

  1. Quantum brochure (EN).pdf
    PDF - 701.2kb

Datasheet

  1. Quantum 600 datasheet (EN).pdf
    PDF - 982.4kb

Manuals

  1. Quantum pump manual (EN).pdf
    PDF - 2.4mb

Downstream bioprocessing

Quantum: Redefining peristaltic technology for bioprocessing

Traditionally, peristaltic pumps have been the pump of choice in low pressure upstream processes including fermentation feed and media transfer. The gentle peristaltic pumping action guarantees low shear, high accuracy and zero cross contamination to uphold cell viability and corresponding high cell densities.

With this knowledge in mind, Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group designed and developed Quantum to redefine the use of peristaltic pump technology specifically for downstream bioprocessing.

By adding Quantum’s unique and revolutionary capabilities to the established peristaltic pumping principle—matched with ReNu SU Technology—Quantum is clearly the most logical choice for downstream bioprocessing.

Trace pulsation at 3 bar

The revolutionary performance provided by Quantum extends the frontiers of peristaltic technology, delivering up to 3 bar constant pressure with only trace pulsation of 0.12 bar throughout the flow range.

Quantum 600 pressure deviation

Ultra-low shear

Quantum matched with its patented ReNu SU Technology cartridge delivers ultra-low shear and accuracy at set speed throughout the cartridge life. The independent test data demonstrates how Quantum delivers low shear and higher process yields by comparing the mean diameter of fragile oil based emulsion particles as they pass through a pump. The particle breakdown is twice as much with the quaternary pump (grey line) as with Quantum (yellow line). Tests were conducted at 12 L/min and 14.5 psi (1 bar) pressure.

Quantum 600 Particle breakdown over time
The data presented in the above two graphs was provided by an independent third-party source

Designed specifically for downstream

Quantum delivers flow linearity throughout the pressure range. With a 4,000:1 control ratio, operators can sustain constant transmembrane pressure in micro/ultrafiltration.

Quantum 600 flow rates against RPM

The Quantum pump

  • Quantum has been designed and built specifically for bioprocessing. The paint free housing is IP66 (NEMA 12/13) rated with industry standard power and interface connections.
  • Quantum offers analog remote control functionality, common to all Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group cased pumps avoiding the need for operator retraining.
  • Quantum’s user interface is uniquely positioned at the front of the pump enabling visual confirmation of operating state and access to operation controls even when skid mounted.
  • Quantum is fully certified to CE, UL and IEC61010-1 electrical safety standards.

ReNu SU technology

Make sterile connections in non-sterile environments

Plug and play with our ReNu SU (single-use) Technology cartridge assemblies, provided with aseptic connectors and sterility assurance claim.

ReNu SU Technology cartridge

Sterile ReNu SU Technology cartridge

Sterile ReNu SU Technology cartridge assemblies guarantee quick and secure fluid path connections. These products are released based on a VDmax25 study as detailed by ANSI/AAMI/ISO 11137 guidelines, to provide a sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6 when irradiated to a minimum of 25 kGY.

Standard ReNu SU cartridge assemblies include a range of aseptic connectors which enable sterile connections to be made in controlled non-classified spaces.

  • Options of industry recognised aseptic connectors from CPC, PALL and GE
  • ISO Class 7 cleanroom manufactured and packaged assemblies with lot traceability on every component

Quantum successfully combines application specific pump capabilities with single-use fluid path components such as the ground breaking ReNu SU Technology cartridge, the popular BioPure range of barbs, clamps, gaskets and high pressure braided hose. For the first time, this integrated approach allows a considerable reduction in cost and time of pump validation prior to being specified into single-use systems (SUS).

ReNu SU Technology cartridges are fully manufactured in ISO Class 7 cleanrooms and are suitable for gamma irradiation at up to 50kGy. ReNu SU Technology cartridges are supplied with an industry-leading validation guide. The guide includes a comprehensive set of biocompatibility data with material tests such as USP88, Class VI (in vivo) and USP87 (in vitro). Detailed extractable testing with a range of solvents in line with BPOG and BPSA guidelines has also been undertaken. The validation guide supports your validation process, reducing your overall time to market.

The secure and consistent positioning of the ReNu SU Technology cartridge in the pumphead—clamped firmly in place at its manifolds—guarantees a secure connection every time. Additionally each cartridge is supplied with a quick change kit comprising of clamps, gaskets and end caps all designed to keep the time it takes to replace a cartridge to a minimum.

Connection kits are also available consisting of braid reinforced silicone hose configured to customers’ requirements with BioBarb fittings. All components are manufactured in ISO Class 7 cleanrooms.

Single-use fluid path

The synergy between peristaltic pumps and single-use pump systems cannot be overstated. The ReNu SU Technology cartridge slides effortlessly into position allowing for a change of fluid path in minutes whilst eliminating alignment errors.

Order Information

Product codes

Quantum 600 product codes

Description Partcode
ReNu SU 600 20/3P 33-1061-000001
ReNu SU CONNECTION KIT, BRAIDED PLATINUM-CURED SILICONE HOSE, 3/4” TC E/E, 0.5 MTR 33-1069-000001
ReNu SU CONNECTION KIT, BRAIDED PLATINUM-CURED SILICONE HOSE, 3/4” TC E/E, 1 MTR 33-1069-000002
ReNu SU CONNECTION KIT, BRAIDED PLATINUM-CURED SILICONE HOSE, 3/4” TC E/E, 3 MTR 33-1069-000003

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