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Laboratory Automation

Liquid Handling

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Biomek FXP (single pod system
(Manufacturer: Beckman Coulter)

 

The Biomek FXP is the latest entry in the Biomek line of robotic workstations. The updated hardware results in greater positional accuracy and increased robustness.

Key Features

  • Single pod system with one multichannel head (96 fixed channels)
  • Automated plate moving using integrated gripper arm
  • Dynamic pipetting range from 1 to 200 ul
  • Handles 96- and 384-well plate formats
  • Deck capacity of 22 ALPs (Automated Labware Positioners)
  • Positioned in temperature-controlled environment

Applications

  • PCR and qPCR setup
  • PCR purification
  • Cleanup of enzymatic reactions using magnetic bead technology
  • Genomic DNA purification
  • RNA purification
  • Plasmid DNA purification
  • Nucleic acid quantification plate setup
  • Serial dilutions
  • Plate replication or dilution
  • Aliquoting of reagents and biological samples, generation of ready-to-use plates
  • Sample preparation for next-generation sequencing applications
  • Plate setup for genome-wide siRNA and cDNA Library screens / Transfection
  • Other high-speed and high-capacity automated solutions