Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler
The most compact member of Biomek i-Series family of automated liquid handlers.
- Entry-level to medium-throughput workflows
- 15 pipettable and 5 flex deck positions
- 1 – 1,000 µL pipetting volume range
- 8-channel pipetting pod that allows selective loading of 1–8 tips in any sequence
Biomek i3 Liquid Handler Benefits and Features
Saving precious space without compromising performance and versatility
- 15 ANSI/SLAS standard pipettable and 5 flex positions
- Includes 12 standard and 3 short static automated labware positioners (ALPs)
- Dimensions: 73.2 cm (W) x 78.5 cm (D) x 82.6 cm (H)
- Gripper supports labware up to 12.8 cm in height and 725 g in weight, and it's capable of stacking up to four plates
- Ready for on-deck and off-deck integration (Left, Right, Back & Down)
Getting results you can trust with accurate flexible pipetting
- Pipetting Volume Range: 1 µL to 1000 µL with air displacement technology
- Fixed-8 Pipetting Pod allows selective loading of 1–8 tips in any sequence
- Uses standard Biomek i-Series 96-format disposable tips
Lab automation made simple for any skill level
- Windows® 11-compatible Biomek Software with touchscreen support
- Supports 21 CFR Part 11 with user accounts, permissions, and audit trails
- BeckmanConnect enables secure remote diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Guided Labware Setup
- Method Options Selector Step Builder
- Camera-enabled error log
Comfort and safe operation
- Installed UV-C light
- Positive or negative pressure HEPA-filtration (optional)
- Deck Observation System (2 cameras)
- Interior LED deck lighting
- Status Indicator Light Strip
- Safety shields
- Arm-mounted touchscreen monitor
| Liquid Handler Type | Tip-Based Liquid Handling |
| Instrument Platform | Biomek i-Series |
| Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3 A |
| Computer Operating System | Windows® 11 |
| Instrument Software | Biomek 5.5 software |
| Minimum Operating Temperature Range (Metric °C) | 10 °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature Range (Metric °C) | 30 °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature Range (Imperial °F) | 50 °F |
| Maximum Operating Temperature Range (Imperial °F) | 86 °F |
| Pod and Tool Type | 1 µL - 1000 µL Fixed-8 Pod |
| Liquid Handler Tip Type | P20, P20 Conductive, P50, P50 Conductive, P250, P250 Wide Bore, P250 Conductive, P1000, P1000 Wide Bore, P1000 Conductive Disposable Tips |
| Parts Materials | Painted Aluminium, Painted Steel, Acrylic with Vinyl Applications |