Plate stacker

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009030",
  "term": "Plate stacker",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An automated device that holds multiple microplates and feeds them sequentially into a plate reader, washer, or other laboratory instrument. This system increases the walk-away time for automated assays by providing a continuous supply of plates. Plate stackers are integral components of robotic automation platforms in high-throughput laboratories.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "automated device"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 1129. 'Glossary of terms used in biomolecular screening (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 1151 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-09-05-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/plate-stacker/"
}