Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Hybrid Automated Liquid Handler with Span8 and Multi-96 Pipetting Systems

The Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Hybrid Liquid Handler is a highly automated workstation designed for precise and flexible liquid handling tasks in biotechnology, molecular diagnostics, and high-throughput screening laboratories. Featuring both a 96-channel Multi-Channel Arm (MCA) and an 8-channel Span8 pipetting system, it supports volumes ranging from 5 to 1070 µL, enabling comprehensive sample preparation and assay workflows.

Key technical features include:

• 96-channel MCA arm: capable of handling volumes up to 1070 µL for rapid multi-well plate processing
• Span8 pipetting system: allows single or multi-channel liquid transfer up to 1000 µL with eight 1000 µL syringe pumps
• Dual grippers: automated plate handling with two independent grippers facilitates simultaneous plate movement and integration within complex workflows
• Barcode reader: Microscan MS-3 laser barcode system ensures accurate sample tracking and inventory management
• Disposable tip system: minimizes cross-contamination risks essential for sensitive molecular biology and bioprocessing applications
• Enclosed system design: maintains controlled environmental conditions to enhance precision and reproducibility
• Modular deck layout: supports customizable work positions including plate shaking, heating, cooling, tip washing, thermal cyclers, and tube scanning to accommodate diverse applications such as NGS library prep, drug screening, and PCR workflows

This liquid handler is well suited for applications requiring high-throughput automation, including genomics, proteomics, synthetic biology, and molecular diagnostics. Its robust platform supports custom assay development, making it critical in biopharmaceutical production pipelines and gene editing workflows.

Additional workflow enhancements include integrated software control, automated method programming, and compatibility with third-party lab devices for expanded functionality.

The Biomek i7 system is widely adopted for its ability to deliver consistent, reproducible liquid handling across complex experimental setups — essential for researchers and professionals working in biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, and biomedical engineering domains.

Applications:

• High-throughput screening in drug discovery
• Automated genomics and proteomics sample prep
• Custom cell-based and PCR assays
• Next-generation sequencing (NGS) library preparation
• Synthetic biology and gene editing workflows
• Bioprocessing and molecular cloning automation

This pre-owned instrument comes fully serviced, calibrated, and includes options for extended warranty and technical support, ensuring immediate deployment in demanding research environments.

The Beckman Biomek i7 Hybrid Liquid Handler provides a critical automated liquid handling solution for laboratories focused on advancing biotechnological research and clinical applications with precision and scale.