Patent ID: 6240984
Filing Date: 2001-06-05
Classification: G01N

Abstract:
A solid phase extraction probe assembly for use with a sample container having a horizontal container top surface, said assembly comprising:a vertically extending, elongated probe;a foot defining a probe receiving passage extending from the top to the bottom of said foot;support means for supporting said foot and drive means for moving said support means and said foot relative to the sample container array, and for moving said probe axially through said foot receiving passage in said foot;a foot seal attached to the bottom of said foot, said foot seal having a probe receiving opening aligned with said probe receiving passage; andsaid foot seal having an upper surface in sealing relation against the bottom surface of said foot and a lower surface engageable in sealing relationship with the container top surface;said foot seal further including a metal support plate enclosed at least partly within said molded body.