Agilent BioTek 405 TS Microplate Washer 96-Well with Touchscreen and Ultrasonic Manifold Cleaning

The Agilent BioTek 405 TS Microplate Washer 405TSRSQ is a precision automated microplate washer specifically designed for thorough cleaning of 96-well microplates in biotechnology and clinical diagnostics laboratories. Featuring an intuitive touchscreen interface, this unit supports efficient processing for ELISA assays, cell-based assays, protein binding studies, genomic research, and drug discovery workflows essential in molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing.

Key technical specifications include:

• 96-tube manifold compatible with standard 96-well microplates
• Volume range: 50 – 3000 µL per well, allowing flexible wash volumes for diverse assay requirements
• Wash speed enabling completion of 3 wash cycles with 300 µL/well in under 30 seconds, critical for high-throughput biomanufacturing pipelines
• Integrated ultrasonic manifold cleaning to prevent cross-contamination and maintain wash efficiency
• Verify clog technology ensures accurate fluid delivery and reduces assay variability
• Programmable shaking function enhances removal of residual reagents, supporting cell imaging and fluorescence analysis applications
• Operates on 100-240 VAC, suitable for global laboratory environments

The unit includes a Welch 2546B pump, ensuring reliable fluid dynamics for optimized washing protocols. Weighing 19.6 kg (43.2 lbs), the system is robust for routine use in molecular biology, synthetic biology, and biopharmaceutical production pipelines.

The BioTek 405 TS is widely adopted in research fields like biotechnology and biomedical engineering, where automated plate washing is critical for maintaining assay consistency and throughput. Its advanced features improve workflow efficiency in molecular cloning workflows and are essential for laboratories focusing on precise sample preparation in molecular diagnostics.

This model’s automated maintenance functions and clog verification technology make it a trusted solution for researchers seeking reproducible wash performance in cell-based assays and protein interaction studies. Calibration and validation prior to laboratory use are recommended to ensure compliance with specific experimental standards.