Collect Data from RS232 Instruments


LimsLink and Nexxis ELN are two solutions from Labtronics that collect RS232 data from laboratory instruments.


How do I collect RS232 Data?

Each application takes a unique approach to simplify setting up the RS232 connection with the instrument:

• LimsLink uses drop down menus and a drag and drop graphic parser to connect with the instrument and extract the data that you want – without any programming or custom coding.
  
  
  Figure 1: Connect with RS232 instruments without programming or custom coding
  
  
  
• Nexxis ELN has an instrument library that includes pre-configured setups for connecting with over 500 RS232 laboratory instruments. Simply select your instrument from the list and you’re connected.

What can I do with the data once it is collected?

LimsLink collects RS232 data into a secure spreadsheet environment that also connects with LIMS, other instruments and other informatics applications.

• Automatically match sample results with sample information in LIMS
• Perform any spreadsheet style calculations
• Combine data from different tests and instruments
• Add analyst comments and observations to RS232 data
• Report final results directly to LIMS or any other informatics application

Nexxis ELN collects RS232 data into an electronic form that replaces the paper worksheets and notebooks that you are currently using for routine analyses.

• Transfer manual RS232 data collection and procedures from paper to automated on-line electronic forms
• Add procedural control and automation to your RS232 based data collection and routine analyses
• All RS232 data is stored on a secure central server
• Have on-line access to forms from any connected PC using Nexxis’ web client

What should I choose, LimsLink or Nexxis ELN?

If you want to collect your RS232 data into a secure spreadsheet application, perform calculations and then automatically transfer it to LIMS or any other application, then LimsLink is your best choice.

If your RS232 data collection is part of a routine analytical process that you are currently recording on paper forms, then Nexxis ELN is your best choice.

If you still aren’t sure, call us at 519-767-1061 or send us an email describing your requirement and we will help you find the best solution.


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