Boxes and plates can be configured to match the sizes and types that you actually use in your labs. Some box and plate types you can configure include:
- 9x9 Box
- 10x10 Box
- 96 Well Plate
Configure Box Schemas
Box schemas are used to describe any type of rectangular, storage box.
- Navigate to the Box Schemas tab in the Registry Settings.
- Specify a name and prefix for the box type (you may also specify additional metadata fields if desired).
- If you want your boxes to be container agnostic, do NOT select a container type in the drop down menu.
Note: If you want the box to be restricted to a certain container type, you may specify that the box can only hold a specific container schema (e.g. cryovials).
Configure Plate Schema
Plates Schemas describe any plate-based storage item (ex. micro-plates, cell-culture plates, and etc.). Note: To use Plate schemas, you will need to configure a Well or Matrix Vial Container Schema in the Container Schema Configuration page.
- Navigate to the Plate Schemas tab in the Registry Settings.
- Specify a name for the plate type, a prefix, and any additional metadata fields if desired.
- Additionally, make sure to specify either the Well or the Matrix Vial container option for Fixed and Matrix Plates respectively.
