Agilent Velocity11 PlateLoc Automated Microplate Sealer Unit 8

The Agilent Velocity11 PlateLoc Microplate Sealer Unit 8 is an automated benchtop instrument engineered for high-throughput, reliable sealing of microplates commonly used in molecular diagnostics, synthetic biology, and bioprocessing workflows. It delivers consistent seal integrity across all wells to prevent evaporation and sample contamination, critical for applications such as PCR, qPCR, sequencing, compound screening, and compound storage.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Cycle Time: Approx. 8 seconds per microplate, optimizing throughput for busy laboratory environments.
• Temperature Range: Adjustable sealing temperatures from 30°C to 200°C support diverse sealing foil materials and plate types.
• Plate Compatibility: Accommodates microplates up to 51 mm (2 inches) in height, fitting various plate formats used in biotechnology and clinical research.
• Warm-up Time: Rapid 2.5 minutes warm-up period to 200°C ensures minimal waiting time before operation.
• Cool-down Time: Approximately 60 minutes from 160°C to a safe touch temperature for operational safety.
• Dimensions: 21.6 cm (W) x 58.4 cm (H) x 39.9 cm (D); compact footprint facilitates integration in space-constrained lab setups.
• Weight: 20 kg (45 lbs), suitable for benchtop use.

Standard Included Accessories:

• Metal Pad Insert (0.235 inch thick)
• Hub and Axle Seal Roll Holder
• Standard power cord (115V, 4A)

Operational Features:

• Automated, high-speed sealing process supports rapid microplate turnover.
• Intuitive touchscreen interface allows precise control over temperature and duration settings.
• Ensures uniform heat sealing for each well, maintaining sample integrity essential in molecular cloning and biopharmaceutical development pipelines.
• Robust cutter mechanism for clean seal perforation.
• Air system integrity supports consistent seal application without leaks.

Applications in Research Fields:

Widely used in biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, synthetic biology, and bioprocessing for tasks such as:

• PCR/qPCR/rtPCR plate sealing to prevent contamination and evaporation.
• High-throughput compound screening and storage.
• DNA sequencing sample preparation.

This microplate sealer is a critical tool for laboratories focused on molecular diagnostics, gene editing workflows, and biomanufacturing quality control, offering reliable and reproducible sealing performance critical for sensitive assay results.

Service & Support:

• Fully serviced and tested with comprehensive functional verification of control panel, heating elements, cutter, and air system integrity.
• Pre-owned with warranty and after-sales technical support available.
• Suitable for research institutions and biopharma companies requiring dependable instrumentation with rapid deployment capabilities.

This unit is highly recommended for laboratories prioritizing secure, consistent microplate sealing essential for live-cell imaging sample prep, fluorescence analysis, and other applications where sample integrity is paramount.