Library preparation
iLab-200R
Fully automatic sample preparation system
A 30-position automated sample-preparation system for larger batches. One deck layout can run a full method sequence with interchangeable 1- to 32-channel heads and HEPA plus UV protection.
Features
- 30-position deck for larger batches in one layout
- Automatic head change: 1, 4, 8, 16, or 32 channels, 0.5–1000 μL
- Optional magnetic, thermal, PCR, and quantification modules
- HEPA filter and UV decontamination
- 1 μL CV ≤ 5%; XYZ positioning to 0.1 mm
Introduction
iLab-200R is an automated sample-preparation system with an XYZ arm, pipetting module, contamination control, and software. Optional magnetic, thermal, shaking, PCR, and quantification modules handle different batch sizes and methods.
Deck
Thirty positions give a large, flexible deck that is not limited to SBS plates and can follow the shape of an integrated module.
Automatic head change
Heads use air-displacement pumps. Barrels are a hard, light alloy with a wear coating and can be swapped in the field. Matched tips are QC-checked for seal, residual volume, and leaks.
Multifunction arm
A single XYZ arm positions to 0.1 mm on 96- and 384-well plates and grips, moves, and places plates.
Heating and shaking module
Heating and shaking are combined in one module, so both can run at the same time without taking a second deck position.
Temperature-control module
Temperature range 4–95 °C for high- and low-temperature steps during sample preparation.
PCR module
The PCR module holds tight well-to-well temperature for repeated heat, cool, and amplification in molecular-biology methods.
Quantification module
Quantifies dsDNA, ssDNA, RNA, and protein. Eight samples per read; assay time ≤ 5 s.
Automated purification
Ring or column magnetic racks for 96-well plates make bead capture and elution fast. Methods are tuned for large-volume capture and small-volume elution.
Barcode module
Reads barcodes on 5 mL and 10 mL sample tubes and primary blood-collection tubes for sample tracking.
Graphical interface
The software shows the deck layout while a method runs. Programming is sequential and open; methods can pause and resume after a fault, and parameters can be customized for the application.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 125 cm × 82 cm × 100 cm |
| Weight | about 180 kg |
| Deck positions | 30 |
| Pipetting | |
| Channels | 1, 4, 8, 16, or 32 |
| Pipetting range | 0.5–1000 μL |
| Compatible tips | 50 μL, 250 μL, 1000 μL |
| Temperature control | |
| Temperature range | 4–95 °C |
| Temperature accuracy | ≤ 1 °C |
| Temperature stability | ≤ 0.5 °C |
| Heating and shaking module | |
| Temperature range | ambient +5 °C to 105 °C |
| Temperature accuracy | ≤ 1 °C |
| Temperature stability | ≤ 0.5 °C |
| Shaking speed | 800–2000 rpm |
| Quantification | |
| Sample volume | 1–20 μL |
| Sample throughput | 8 |
| Assay time | ≤ 5 s/run |
| Concentration range | 0.01–120 ng/μL |
| PCR module | |
| Temperature range | 4–99 °C |
| Average heating rate | ≥ 3.5 °C/s |
| Average cooling rate | ≥ 2.0 °C/s |
| Module temperature precision | ≤ 0.2 °C |
| Temperature accuracy | ≤ 0.3 °C |
| Contamination control | HEPA and UV |
| Pipetting precision | |
| 70 μL head | 1 μL CV ≤ 5.0%; 5 μL CV ≤ 3.0%; 25 μL CV ≤ 2.0%; 50 μL CV ≤ 1.0% |
| Pipetting accuracy | |
| 70 μL head | 1 μL ± 10%; 5 μL ± 6.0%; 25 μL ± 4.0%; 50 μL ± 2.0% |
| Pipetting precision | |
| 250 μL head | 2 μL CV ≤ 5.0%; 100 μL CV ≤ 1.0%; 200 μL CV ≤ 1.0% |
| Pipetting accuracy | |
| 250 μL head | 2 μL ± 10%; 100 μL ± 1.5%; 200 μL ± 1.0% |
| Pipetting precision | |
| 1000 μL head | 100 μL CV ≤ 0.5%; 500 μL CV ≤ 0.3%; 900 μL CV ≤ 0.3% |
| Pipetting accuracy | |
| 1000 μL head | 100 μL ± 1.5%; 500 μL ± 1.0%; 900 μL ± 1.0% |