Patent ID: 6190619
Filing Date: 2001-02-20
Classification: B01J,B01L,C07B,C40B

Abstract:
A synthesis apparatus comprising:a frame having a plurality of reaction vessel-holding openings for holding a plurality of reaction vessels;a plurality of valves;said reaction vessel-holding openings and said valves aligned with one another;each said valve being movable between an open position, allowing fluid to be delivered through the valve, and a closed position, preventing fluid from passing through the valve; andwherein each of said valves comprises:a first valve portion having a first sealing surface;a second valve portion having a second sealing surface;wherein the first surface and the second surface are slidably movable relative to one another;said second valve portion comprising a separate cap vent movable between first and second positions corresponding to the open and closed positions of said valve, wherein said cap vent provides access to an interior of one said reaction vessel;said first valve portion defining a first manifold passage and a second manifold passage; andeach said cap vent defining a bypass path, said bypass path connecting the first manifold passage to the second manifold passage when said cap vent is in the second position.