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[ View/Ask ]This auction is for a Buchler Instruments FractoMette 400 automatic fraction collector, as shown in the photos.
The FractoMette 400 is designed for automated collection of liquid samples based on time, drop count, or volume and is commonly used in chromatography and other flow-based laboratory processes.
⚠️ No testing has been performed. Power-up status, collection accuracy, drive mechanism, sensors, timing/count modes, tubing compatibility, and overall functionality are unknown.
Included:
- Buchler FractoMette 400 main unit
- Collection platform and mounting structure shown
- Attached power cord
- No tubing, bottles, racks (beyond what is shown), manuals, or accessories included
Condition:
- Laboratory surplus equipment
- Cosmetic wear consistent with age and prior laboratory use
- Functional condition unknown
- Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS
- No guarantees regarding operation, accuracy, calibration, or completeness
Alternate Uses
Educational or teaching laboratories, chromatography demonstrations, R&D prototyping, automated liquid handling practice, engineering or instrumentation study, refurbishment or restoration projects, parts recovery, or display/reference laboratory equipment.
Removal / Shipping Options
The buyer is responsible for all packing, shipping, and transportation arrangements. The surplus office does not ship items.
Local Pickup
Pickup by buyer or authorized third party is permitted.
Local Packing & Shipping Vendors (Buyer Must Coordinate Directly)
UPS Store – Clemson, SC
📍 103 Canoy Ln, Clemson, SC 29631
📞 864-654-9144
📧 store3497@theupsstore.com
🌐 https://www.theupsstore.com/3497
(They pack, palletize, and ship at buyer expense. Buyer must arrange pickup directly.)
PakMail – Seneca, SC
📍 1085 Old Clemson Hwy, Suite E, Seneca, SC 29672
📞 864-654-1717
📧 us806@pakmail.com
🌐 https://www.pakmailofseneca.com
Note: The university will release items to UPS Store or PakMail once the buyer provides written authorization. All packing, transport, and shipping costs are paid by the buyer.
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Clemson University will charge a sales tax of 7%. The tax rate will be calculated at the time of bidding.
A Buyers Premium of 10.5% may be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction for payment collections.
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The successful bidder will be responsible for pick-up of item(s) from the agency's premises. Pick-up must occur within ten (10) business days after notification of award. The notice of award, payment receipt, and personal identification must be presented at time of pick-up, or the item will not be released.
Pick-up hours, by appointment only, are normally Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00PM EST except for university holidays or noted otherwise. Most surplus property is located at Clemson University Surplus and Receiving 108 Perimeter Rd Clemson SC 29634 but some items may be at other university locations across the state of South Carolina.
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