Fluid Imaging Technologies FlowCam 8100 Particle Analyzer with Automated Liquid Handling System

The Fluid Imaging Technologies FlowCam 8100 Particle Analyzer with Automated Liquid Handling (ALH) System is a cutting-edge laboratory instrument designed for detailed, real-time particle characterization in liquid samples. It integrates flow microscopy with high-resolution digital imaging to analyze particle size distribution and morphology across a range from 4 µm to 100 µm, making it suitable for diverse applications including biopharmaceutical monitoring, environmental microplastic analysis, and quality control in food and beverage sectors.

Key technical features include:

• Optics & Imaging: Olympus UPlanFL N 10x objective coupled with a high-resolution monochrome camera enables clear visualization of particles.
• Flow Cell: FOV80 flow cell with dimensions of 80 µm depth × 700 µm width supports frame rates up to 100 frames/sec for rapid data acquisition.
• Sample Handling: Automated Liquid Handling System features a single robotic XYZ arm with hydraulic fill, capable of dispensing volumes from 5 µL to 1000 µL with ±0.5% CV accuracy, optimized for high-throughput molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing workflows.
• Fluidics: Syringe pump with 1 mL capacity ensures precise sample flow rates ranging from 0.01 mL/min to 100 mL/min, critical for consistent biomanufacturing particle analysis.
• Software: Comes with VisualSpreadsheet V5 and Autopilot V1 for seamless instrument control and data integration, facilitating advanced particle classification and quantitative morphological assessments.
• System Integration: Built-in computer system streamlines operation and data management, reducing need for external processing equipment.

The FlowCam 8100 excels in particle size and morphology analysis in liquids, featuring robust fluidics stability and optical clarity essential for synthetic biology research, molecular cloning workflows, and quality control in biopharmaceutical production pipelines. The integrated ALH system enhances automated sample preparation and consistent throughput, eliminating manual variability during experimental workflows.

Other technical highlights:

• Labware compatibility with SBS format, supporting up to 7 positions and 96-well plates.
• Dimensions: 49 x 30 x 25 inches; Weight: 190 lbs.
• System includes tubing, bottles, waste containers, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power/communication cables.

This instrument undergoes comprehensive testing, including fluidics pump performance, particle analysis verification with standardized bead samples, ALH function validation, and optical system alignment to guarantee reliable, high-quality data output.

Widely utilized in biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, environmental science, and biopharmaceutical quality assurance, the FlowCam 8100 provides a dependable platform for automated particle imaging flow cytometry, essential in gene editing validation workflows and bioprocessing contaminant monitoring.

This pre-owned unit is fully serviced, warranty-backed, and supports remote installation and training options, meeting the rigorous demands of research professionals and laboratory buyers in biotech and scientific industries.