Agilent BioTek 405 Select TS Ultrasonic Microplate Washer 405TSUVS with Dual-Action 96-/384-Well Manifold

The Agilent BioTek 405 Select TS Microplate Washer 405TSUVS is a precision instrument designed for efficient washing of microplates in 96- and 384-well formats, essential for molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing workflows. It features a dual-action 96-tube manifold (8x12) enabling gentle yet thorough washing optimized for cell-based and immunoassays. The system integrates a built-in ultrasonic cleaner for enhanced removal of residues and a valve module for automated buffer switching, improving assay reliability and reproducibility.

Key technical specifications include:

• Volume range: 50 – 3000 µL per well, accommodating varied assay requirements.
• Wash speed: Under 30 seconds for 96-well plates (3 cycles, 300 µL/well) and under 80 seconds for 384-well plates (3 cycles, 100 µL/well), supporting high-throughput screening demands.
• Features: Programmable shaking and soaking functions increase washing efficiency for sensitive samples.
• Integrated BioStack Microplate Stacker compatibility (sold separately) automates plate handling, enhancing workflow throughput in biomanufacturing and synthetic biology labs.
• Compact footprint: Dimensions of 17 x 14 x 10 inches (43.2 x 35.6 x 25.4 cm) and weight of 30 lbs (13.5 kg) fit benchtop environments in clinical and research laboratories.
• Power: Universal 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz input enables global compatibility.

Additional customization options enable integration of flat magnetic inserts for biomagnetic separation and multiple buffer or waste bottle setups, critical in molecular cloning workflows and protein assay washing steps. The system’s user-friendly touchscreen interface simplifies programming of wash cycles, enhancing reproducibility critical to biotechnology research domains, including molecular biology and drug discovery.

This washer supports essential applications such as:

• ELISA assays
• Cell-based assays including live-cell imaging
• High-throughput drug screening
• Immunoassays requiring precise washing protocols
• DNA/RNA molecular biology assays
• Protein quantification and purification workflows

The Agilent BioTek 405 Select TS is widely adopted in synthetic biology and molecular diagnostics labs due to its robust automated maintenance routines, ensuring minimal downtime and reliable performance in biopharmaceutical production pipelines. Its ultrasonic cleaning capability and dual-action manifold make it critical for sensitive applications in biomedical engineering and biotechnology.

Ideal for researchers and laboratory professionals seeking a high-throughput ultrasonic microplate washer that balances gentle washing with speed and automation, it supports complex bioprocessing assays and enhances reproducibility across diverse biotechnology research and clinical diagnostic applications.