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General| Model | CLAMS |
|---|---|
| Functionality | Monitoring metabolic, behavioral, and physiological parameters |
| Measurement Method | Indirect calorimetry, activity sensors, food/water sensors |
| Applications | Obesity research, drug efficacy testing |
| Measures | VO2, VCO2, RER, Heat, Activity, Food Intake, Water Intake |
| Animal Types | Mice, Rats |
| Chamber Volume | Variable, depending on the animal size. Chambers are available in various sizes to accommodate mice, rats, and other small animals. |
| Gas Sensors | O2 and CO2 sensors |
| Activity Monitoring | Infrared beam breaks |
| Food/Water Monitoring | Precision sensors for measuring consumption |
| Measurement Type | Indirect Calorimetry, Activity, Food/Water Consumption |
| Species Compatibility | Mice, rats, and other small laboratory animals |
| Parameters Measured | Metabolic rate, energy expenditure, activity, food/water intake |
| Data Acquisition | Automated data collection |
| Software Compatibility | Comprehensive software package for data acquisition, analysis, and reporting |
| Chamber Types | Individual animal chambers |
| Environmental Control | Temperature and humidity control options available |
| Interface | Computer interface (typically USB or Ethernet) |
General introduction to the CLAMS system and its capabilities.
Details AC power, DC coaxial, and Ethernet connections for CLAMS.
Explains nut/ferrule, push-fit, and quick-connect fittings for air/water lines.
Specifies hardware and OS requirements for the host computer.
Describes the CI-Bus Hub and its function in connecting CLAMS devices.
Provides instructions on how to connect the CI-Bus Hub to the host computer.
Explains the setup and operation of the negative ventilation system.
Details the specifications and function of the Universal Flow Controller.
Describes the ventilation pump used with the UFC and its connections.
Overview of setting up the gas sensor chain for measurements.
Details the specifications and function of the Universal Gas Conditioner.
Explains the types and function of filter columns used in the UGC.
Describes the Chemical Oxygen Sensor, its specifications, and function.
Details the Zirconia Oxygen Sensor, its specifications, and how it works.
Explains the Paramagnetic Oxygen Sensor, its specifications, and sensing principle.
Guides on placing the Chemical Oxygen Sensor components.
Instructions for positioning the Zirconia Oxygen Sensor components.
Details on placing the Paramagnetic Oxygen Sensor components.
Introduction to the feeding system and food consumption monitoring.
Describes the mass scale, its ports, and basic operation for feeding.
Information on load cells used in the feeder assembly for feed monitoring.
Covers feeder assembly components, assembly, filling, and disassembly.
Outlines cleaning agents and methods for CLAMS plastic components.
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