BioTek 50TS8M Automated 8-Channel Strip Washer for 96-Well Plates

The BioTek 50TS8M is a compact automated strip washer optimized for 96-well format strip plates, widely used in molecular diagnostics, bioprocessing workflows, and synthetic biology research. Featuring an integrated syringe drive dispensing pump and a patented Dual-Action™ 16-channel manifold, it supports seamless washing of both 384- and 96-well plates without exchange. The system is controlled via a 4.3-inch color touch panel allowing easy program creation and management, with onboard memory for up to 75 unique washing programs including dispense volume and manifold height settings.

Designed for biomedical engineering and molecular biology laboratories, this washer supports precise dispensing volumes from 25 µL to 3000 µL per well, and process speeds under 130 seconds for three cycles on an 8-channel setup. Its maintenance-friendly design includes five built-in maintenance programs to prevent clogging, and the option for automated buffer switching in the V model, filter plate bottom aspiration in the F model, and magnetic particle washing in the M variant, making it versatile for gene editing and molecular diagnostics applications.

The unit’s safety features include complete electrical circuit separation from liquid pathways and a unique prime tank eliminating the need for dummy plates during priming or maintenance cycles. Optional level sensors enable liquid monitoring in dispense and waste containers. This benchtop strip washer is essential for high-throughput laboratories requiring reliable and efficient plate washing steps crucial in biomanufacturing and cell imaging workflows.

This unit is sold as used, offered in as-is condition, possibly differing from its original specifications. Dimensions are 356×406×165 mm with a weight of 9.8 kg, powered by 100–240 VAC, 40W. It provides precise control over wash cycles and shaking intensity, ensuring adaptability across diverse biotechnology and clinical diagnostics platforms.