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Introducing the VLx System

A transfection solution for gram-scale protein production

With over 20 years of experience helping our partners to overcome scientific hurdles, MaxCyte’s unique blend of clinically validated technology and support can advance life-changing therapies from concept to clinic. The ExPERT VLx system delivers unmatched transfection scalability with Flow Electroporation® technology for industry-leading reproducibility, flexibility and ease of use.

Accelerate biotherapeutic development using transient expression to produce multi-gram protein quantities.

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features

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  • Scalable – Transfect up to 200 billion cells in a fully closed, single-use system in less than 30 minutes
  • High performance – Achieve reproducible results, superior transfection efficiency, cell viability and protein expression, even with difficult-to-transfect cell lines
  • Versatile – Bench-scale, modular equipment with automated flow design, intuitive integrated software and user-friendly open architecture
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benefits

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  • Reduce time, cost and risks
  • Obtain grams of proteins in weeks, not months
  • Scale seamlessly from discovery to manufacturing
  • Expedite your transition from development to Phase I
  • Accelerate your path to the clinic

Quality and regulatory summary

  • Suitable for 21 CFR Part 11 and cGMP-compliant manufacturing
  • FDA master file to reference in drug filings
  • ISO certified and CE marked
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service and support package

  • On-site support by experienced field applications scientists
  • Global support
  • Installation and operational qualification
  • Annual calibration
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R-1L and G-1L flow electroporation processing assemblies

  • 100 mL to 1 L of concentrated cells
  • Up to 200 billion cells
  • Sterile connections
  • R-1L: for Research Use Only applications
  • G-1L: for cGMP and clinical research applications
  • VLx Processing Assemblies available in RUO or GMP versions
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ExPERT VLx instrument specifications

Item Specifications
VLx Instrument Dimensions 23.9” wide x 18.9” high x 16” deep
VLx Instrument Weight 105 lbs (48kg)
VLx Input Power 115/230VAC, 50/60Hz, 500W
Fuse Requirements 2X 5A Slow Blow, 250V, 5X20mm
Operating Humidity 80% Maximum
Operating Temperature 15°C - 30°C
Storage Temperature 0°C - 45°C
Modes of Operation Static and Flow
Process Volumes 20 µL - 1 L (static mode) and
100 mL - 1 L (flow mode)
Performance (Flow Mode) 60 mL / minute (approximate)
Ports Available 3 USBs / 1 Ethernet
Operating Altitude 2000 m Maximum
IP Rating IP40, IEC 60529 ed2.2, Table 1 only
Pollution Rating Degree 2 (IEC 60664-1)

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