Miltenyi gentleMACS Octo Dissociator with 4 Integrated Heaters for Automated Tissue Processing

The Miltenyi gentleMACS Octo Dissociator with 4 Heaters is an advanced automated tissue dissociation instrument designed for simultaneous processing of up to eight samples, facilitating efficient isolation of single-cell suspensions crucial in molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing workflows. This system features:

• Rotational speed range: 200 to 4000 RPM with both clockwise and counterclockwise rotation
• Rotational acceleration: 100 r/s² ensuring effective tissue disruption with minimal cell damage
• Torque specification: Minimum 150 mNm with overload protection within operational RPM range
• Heatable positions: 8 sample ports, with 4 included heater modules to optimize enzymatic dissociation temperature
• Sample volume capacity: 300 µL up to 10 mL total volume per sample, accommodating 20 to 4000 mg of tissue
• Compatible labware: GentleMACS C Tubes and M Tubes (sold separately)

Equipped with a user-friendly interface and pre-set programs, this instrument supports a variety of sample types, including organoids and tumor tissues, making it invaluable for biotechnology applications such as cell culture expansion, immune cell enrichment, and synthetic biology research. The integrated heating modules maintain optimal enzymatic activity during dissociation, critical for reproducible cell viability and downstream molecular biology protocols.

The compact footprint suits diverse lab environments, from clinical diagnostics to biomanufacturing facilities, enhancing throughput in tissue preparation workflows. Its design ensures consistent performance verified through comprehensive testing, including motor function, temperature control, and sample port integrity.

This dissociator is widely adopted in single-cell isolation, live-cell imaging sample prep, and molecular cloning workflows, supporting advanced research in neuroscience, immunology, and regenerative medicine. Additional heating units can be added to extend heating capacity, aligning with specific protocol requirements.

Includes:

• 4 heater modules
• GentleMACS safety shield
• Standard power cord

Miltenyi’s gentleMACS Octo Dissociator with heaters represents a vital tool for labs requiring reliable, high-throughput tissue dissociation combined with precise temperature control, making it essential for molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing applications in modern biotechnology research.