Biomek i5 Automated Workstation Liquid Handler
Optimize dependability and walk-away time. The Biomek i5 is a recent addition to our liquid handling portfolio, representing the best of what has made Biomek an industry-leading brand - combined with enhancements suggested by customers around the globe.
- Ideal for medium- to high-throughput workflows
- 25 deck positions
- 0.5 µL-1,000 µL (Multichannel) or 0.5 µL-5,000 µL (Span-8) pipetting volume ranges
- Single Multichannel head (96/384) or Span-8 pipetting with gripper
Features of the Biomek i5 Automated Workstation
Versatile Workspace
- Open platform with grid-based deck
- Internal LED light illuminates workspace
- Automated Labware Positioners (ALPs) for sample processing
- Optional enclosed version to protect samples from airborne particles
- Integrate additional devices on- or off-deck
- Configurable for specific applications
Flexible Pipetting & Workflow Management
- Multichannel head (96/384) or Span-8 pipetting
- Large-volume 1 mL multichannel pipetting head
- High-access, rotating gripper with unique offset finger design
- Disposable & fixed Biomek tips, including septum piercing
- Transfer volumes from 0.5 µL - 5,000 µL
- Independent Span-8 probe calibration
- 8 channel liquid-level sensing
- Supports labware from tubes to 1,536-well microplates
- Accurate intra-well pipetting
Simple System Operation
- Easily automate existing processes and execute quick workflow changes
- Powered by icon-based software with data tracking and LIMS connectivity
- Windows 10 OS
- Extend walk-away operation with process management and scheduling software
- Automated deck framing
- Data-driven operations including hit-picking & normalization
- Light curtain safety feature
- Instrument status light bar
- DeckOptix cameras for live, remote-monitoring & on-error video capture
Application-Focused Solutions
- Consultative workflow analysis
- Expert application & technical support
- Biomek automated demonstrated methods & capabilities for genomic, drug discovery & basic research workflows
| Liquid Handler Type | Tip-Based Liquid Handling |
| Instrument Platform | Biomek i-Series |
| Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 10 A |
| Computer Operating System | Windows® 10 |
| Instrument Software | Biomek Method Launcher, Biomek PowerPack software, Biomek software, DART 2.0 software, SAMI EX scheduling software |
| Minimum Operating Temperature Range (Metric °C) | 10 °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature Range (Metric °C) | 30 °C |
| Pod and Tool Type | 0.5 μL - 60 μL Multichannel-384 Head, 1μL - 300 μL 96-Channel Head, 5 μL -1200 μL 96-Channel Head, Span-8 Pod |
| Liquid Handler Tip Type | T1020_WB, T1070, T190F_LLS, T230, T230_LSS, T230_WB, T25F_384, T30_384, T40F, T40F_384, T40F_LSS, T50_384, T50F, T50F_LLS, T80_384, T80_LLS, T90, T90_LSS |
| Operating Modes | Controlled by Operator, Manual, Semi-automated |
| Parts Materials | Acrylic Panels, Aluminum Chassis, ABS Cover, Aluminum sheet metal |
| Instrument Finish | Hardcoat anodized coating, High-gloss paint, Cardinal White Powder Coat |
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B56358AB.book
This is a reference manual that provides detailed information and guidelines on various Beckman products and systems.
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B54477.book
This document provides instructions for using the Beckman i-Series Automated Workstations. It includes safety information, system components, and operational procedures.
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B54473.book
This guide provides an overview of Biomek i-Series instruments, Biomek Software, ALPs, accessories, consumables, as wells as instructions for completing basic procedures.
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B54474AB.book
This is a hardware reference manual for the Beckman Biomek i-Series Automated Workstations. It provides detailed information about the hardware components and their functionalities.
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B54472.book
This document is the pre-installation manual for the Biomek i-Series Automated Workstation by Beckman Coulter. It provides information on system specifications, weights of components, electrical and vacuum requirements, and contact information for customer support. The document has gone through several revisions, with updates made to various sections.
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Beckmanconnect Security Highlights
This document outlines the security features of BeckmanConnect, a remote management solution for Beckman Coulter instruments. It emphasizes the use of TeamViewer for secure remote connections and outlines various security measures like two-factor authentication, password resets, and white-listing.
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Monitoring Parameters in Engineered T-Cell Therapy Manufacturing
The document discusses the significance of monitoring various parameters during the manufacturing processes for engineered T-cell therapy, specifically CAR-T therapy. These parameters encompass viable cell count, cell size and volume, cell count, aggregate detection, gene expression, metabolic indicators, and immunophenotyping. The Avanti J-26S XP, Avanti JXN, Multisizer 4e2, Vi-CELL BLU2, Vi-CELL MetaFLEX2, and DART are devices employed in the production workflow for CAR-T therapy.
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Automating Cell Line Development For Biologics
This document outlines the automation of cell line development on the Biomek i5 Workstation. It covers the entire process, including transfection, enrichment, single-cell isolation, expansion, and IgG analysis. Automation enhances efficiency, sterility, and consistency in high-throughput workflows.
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A Highly Consistent Lowry Method On Biomek I-Series
This document provides an overview of the automation of the Lowry method for protein quantification on Biomek i-Series. It emphasizes the high consistency, efficiency, and adaptability of the method across different Biomek models, including Span-8, Multichannel, and i7 hybrid, with integration options like Spectramax® i3.
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A Highly Consistent Bradford Assay On Biomek I-Series
This document details the automation of the Bradford protein assay on Biomek i-Series, highlighting high consistency between replicates. It explains the implementation on Biomek i5 Span-8, Multichannel, and i7 hybrid with Spectramax® i3, emphasizing efficiency and reliability.