The BD Accuri C6 is a flow cytometer used for cell analysis in various biological fields. Here is a short summary of its benefits:

• Ease of Use: The BD Accuri C6 is designed to be user-friendly, with intuitive software and minimal training requirements. This makes it suitable for a variety of users, from novices to experienced researchers.
• Compact and Portable Design: Its compact size allows for easy setup and use in small laboratories. Furthermore, it is portable, allowing for field-based testing when required.
• Versatility: The BD Accuri C6 can handle a variety of applications, from immunology and cell biology to microbiology and industrial applications, making it a flexible addition to any lab.
• High-Quality Data: The system is known for its precision and reliability, providing high-quality, reproducible data.
• Cost-Efficient: The BD Accuri C6 is generally more affordable compared to other flow cytometers, making it a good option for labs with budget constraints. Furthermore, it is energy-efficient and requires minimal maintenance, reducing long-term operating costs.
• Automation: The BD Accuri C6, when paired with a C-Sampler, is capable of automated sampling from 96-well plates, increasing throughput and efficiency, particularly for high-volume applications.

Summary of testing & maintenance we perform (depending on included configuration):

• We inspect the Accuri C6 for physical damage.
• The cytometer optics are inspected and cleaned.
• Mechanical components inspected, adjusted, and lubricated if necessary
• The proper operation of electronic components is confirmed
• Necessary repairs and services performed to make sure the cytometer will function as intended
• We measure the lasers' power output and ensure it is not degraded. 
• We clean the fluidics and optical paths of the cytometer.
• Preventative maintenance is performed as part of this process and new fluid filters and pump tubing are installed.
• The system is cleaned to less than ten events per second with DI water on the SIP.
• We run calibration particles and ensure that each channel provides clean signals with the required sensitivity and intensity.
• BD Accuri C6 shutdown and storage procedure is performed, thus ensuring the instrument will function well once used by the customer.

You will need the following consumables starting out: 

• C6 Flow Cytometer Fluid Kit (bdbiosciences.com)
• BD FACS Sheath Solution with Surfactant (bdbiosciences.com), or you can use 0.22 μm filtered, deionized (DI) water
• Extended Flow Cell Clean Solution (bdbiosciences.com) – recommended, not required
• 24 Tube Rack for BD CSampler™ (bdbiosciences.com)  – if using with C-sampler with tubes
• Rainbow Calibration Particles (8 peaks), 3.0 - 3.4 µm (bdbiosciences.com)

We offer both onsite and remote demos via Zoom.

• We invite you to come in for an onsite Demo or schedule a Zoom demo of the cytometer.

Our BD Accuri C6 Flow 4 Color Cytometers come with a 120-Day Warranty.

Warranty Terms:

• The warranty term is 120 Days from the date of the cytometer's arrival at the destination.
• This includes parts and labor.
• During the first 60 Days, Boston Industries will also arrange and cover shipping expenses. 
• During Days 61 thru 120 Days of the warranty period, the customer will be responsible for all shipping charges. 
• The customer should retain all packing materials during the warranty period.

Exceptions: 

• The warranty does not cover clogs.
• Damage to the system due to the use of incorrect fluids or samples.
• Electrical damage from plugging into an incorrect voltage. 
• Improper storage procedures that will allow the cytometer to dry out.
• Issues caused by lack of proper standard maintenance.
• Water damage.
• Physical damage.

• We offer installation and training packages.
• We offer an extended warranty agreement on this model.
• We stock various replacement and upgrade parts, so we may continue to support your cytometer.

Basic steps to confirm quality:

• Confirm that internal optics are clean; this is often a complex undertaking if not already done.
• Confirm there is no present physical damage to the cytometer.
• Confirm that each channel provides clean signals with the required sensitivity and intensity.
• Make sure there are no loose/damaged pumps that may cause leaks.
• Make sure the fluidics system is not clogged and all valves operate reliably. (a concern if the shutdown procedure was not followed)  
• If the cytometer has a C-Sampler, ensure it does not skip steps, is not bent, and moves freely on all axis.
• Ensure filters are installed, inspected, and have no damage or dust inside.
• Confirm that the cytometer is appropriate to your application; 
• Confirm that the cytometer is tested with calibration particles and gives good data.
• Make sure there are no missing components; it won`t be fast or inexpensive to correct.

If you have concerns, we highly recommend inspecting the cytometer in person or doing a live Zoom call; this will allow you to evaluate the cytometer and confirm that everything works.

• We stock multiple BD C6 Accuri Cytometers along with many replacement parts.

• If you are a US or Canadian customer, we are likely already a registered vendor in your University's vendor system. This would greatly expedite the process of PO approvals and get the cytometer into your lab faster.
• POs are accepted from US and Canadian universities.

• We can ship within a few days to 2 weeks. Ship times depend on the current demand for our instruments. Members of our sales team will be able to offer current estimates.

• All BD Accuri C6 cytometers are shipped fully insured within the US and internationally as long as we are a shipper and handle shipping arrangements.
• If the buyer handles shipping, then shipping insurance responsibility falls to the buyer; we highly advise that the buyer obtain shipping insurance from their carrier.

Packing

• Most cytometers ship in fully enclosed ISPM-15 certified wooden crates, with proper padding underneath and the sides, and have moving components braced.
• Accessories are packed safely in boxes with padding and then safely packed inside the crate.
• We may not use a crate for local deliveries or smaller cytometers to save you money *if delivered by us.
• We often use “tilt’ & “shock” indicators on the crates to ensure the crate has not been excessively tilted and dropped where equipment may suffer damage.
• Photos are taken during the packing process to make sure nothing is missed.

USA/Canada Shipping

• Within US and Canada, we will ship via selected freight carriers. We do not use low-price/high-damage carriers as we want the equipment to get safely to you.

International Shipping

• Internationally we will only ship via Air Freight or Air Parcel (such as UPS, DHL), which provides reliability, no exposure to Ocean weather, and timely delivery.
  We have extensive experience shipping cytometers around the world.

Our experience and process

• We have safely packed and shipped hundreds of sensitive analytical instruments, including cytometers.
• Before final packing/shipping, the cytometer is re-checked using calibration particles to verify performance.

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A lot…and it is certainly worth it, and here is why.  Feel free to ask for feedback from hundreds of customers that bought from us.

• You will save around 55-70% vs. buying a new cytometer.  Why not spend leftover funds on another instrument for your lab?
• You will get a 120 days warranty, plus, when available, an option to obtain an extended warranty agreement. 
• Get peace of mind knowing that your instrument was tested and working the day it left our facility and is covered if there are faults.

BD Accuri C6 Flow Cytometer is a predecessor model to the Accuri C6 Plus; The plus could be priced up to $55,000. So why not save your funds by buying Accuri C6 Flow Cytometer, get the high-quality data quality you expect from BD, and use your leftover funds elsewhere?

• Well, this one is easy; buying a pre-owned Accuri C6 Flow Cytometer is great for the planet; you are reducing unnecessary waste, CO2 output, and water use that would be used during the manufacturing process.   

Absolutely! Please give us a call (1-617-366-2699) or complete this form to get your questions answered or receive a formal Quote.