Hamilton MICROLAB STAR Automated Liquid Handling Workstation with Span-8 Arm and CO-RE 96-Channel 1000µL Dispensing Head

The Hamilton MICROLAB STAR is a precision-engineered automated liquid handling workstation designed for complex laboratory workflows including molecular diagnostics, bioprocessing, and synthetic biology research. This configuration features:

• Span-8 Pipetting Arm capable of eight simultaneous channels, handling volumes from 1 µL up to 1000 µL, ideal for highly accurate and flexible sample preparation.
• CO-RE 96-Channel 1000 µL Dispensing Head, enabling rapid multiwell plate transfers and high-throughput processing, critical in genomics and proteomics applications.
• CO-RE Gripper, used to manipulate labware such as plates and tip racks across the instrument deck to automate workflows seamlessly.
• An integrated Autoloader with barcode system to support sample tracking and ensure traceability during assay execution.

This system supports a variety of liquid handling applications including:

• PCR setup and next-generation sequencing (NGS) library preparation
• Cell culture sample handling and cell-based assays
• High-throughput screening assays including ELISA
• Protein purification workflows and crystallization experiments
• Drug discovery, biomarker research, and biopharmaceutical development workflows

The instrument operates with advanced air displacement technology for superior accuracy and precision in fluid transfers. It offers modularity and customization options such as heated/cooled deck positions, magnetic extraction, vacuum stations, and integration with thermal cyclers and plate sealers.

Supplied with Venus software suite, the system enables straightforward programming and workflow automation, helping labs increase throughput and reduce manual error. The MICROLAB STAR is widely adopted in biotechnology and biomedical engineering laboratories, offering scalability and reliable performance in critical biomanufacturing pipelines.

Key technical specifications & features:

• Up to 1000 µL volume capacity per channel on Span-8 arm
• 96-channel CO-RE dispensing for bulk liquid transfers in multiwell plates
• Automated deck handling with grippers for labware movement
• Barcode-enabled autoloader for sample traceability
• User-configurable deck with options for shaking, heating, cooling, and integration with ancillary devices
• Compatible with disposable pipette tips to minimize contamination risks
• Comprehensive service history including preventive maintenance and Artel volume verification available

This automation platform is essential for laboratories aiming to enhance productivity during molecular cloning workflows, synthetic biology research, and clinical diagnostics. Its robust design and precise liquid handling capabilities ensure reproducible results, critical to advancing biotechnology research and bioprocessing efficiency.

Hamilton MICROLAB STAR systems are supported by technical consultation, on-site training, extended warranty options, and optional assay development services, facilitating rapid adoption in academic, clinical, and industrial laboratories. The pre-owned unit is fully serviced and quality-verified for immediate deployment.

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