Preparing And Attaching Barcode Labels - Biotek BioStack 4 Operator's Manual

Preparing and Attaching Barcode Labels

Important: Factory- or pre-applied labels are strongly recommended. Barcode
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labels must be new or in excellent condition, properly adhered, and of
standard thickness. Otherwise they may interfere with smooth plate transfers.
Barcode labels are widely available for purchase, or they may be created using
barcode software and label products:
Label format ("symbology"): Required formats are: Code 39, Codeabar, UPC/EAN,
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Code 128.
Industry Standards: Make the labels in accordance with Automation Identification
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Manufacturers (AIM) uniform symbol specifications. Comply with ANSI Specification
X2, 182-199 "Bar-Code Print Quality Guideline."
Label height: The barcode readable height shall be 7.0 to 12.5 mm from the bottom
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of the plate, as placed on the BioStack's carrier.
Label quality: Print the labels on high-quality printers.
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Label position on plate: Attach the labels to the "short" sides of the microplates. Do
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not let the labels extend above or below the edges of the plate. Overhanging labels can
cause the plates stick to one another when they are stacked.
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