Hamilton STARlet automated liquid handler open lid view on white lab bench

easyBlood STAR Line

Up To
96 Samples
Per Run
Compatible With
11-16 mm
Diameter Tubes
Full Sample Traceability
Detect and Transfer
From Start to Finish

Blood Fractionation Made Easy

Automated, pre-analytic, image-based blood sample fractionation is ideal for biobanks, clinical laboratories, and research organizations.

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Confidence in Every Sample

The easyBlood STAR Line delivers peace of mind through fully automated blood sample fractionation with end-to-end traceability. From intelligent image-based detection to precision pipetting, every feature is designed to ensure sample quality, operator safety, and workflow consistency, giving complete confidence in every run.

Optimal Process Control

Dedicated imaging hardware and fraction detection software unite in a single system to ensure that every step of the fractionation process is recorded and fully traceable.

Facilitate Downstream Applications

The easyBlood STAR Line deck is configurable. This means that in addition to fractionating blood samples, users can opt to further process and prepare samples for different downstream analyses.

Pre-Analytics to Post-Analytics

The easyBlood STAR Line is just the start of your sample’s journey with Hamilton and ideal for combining with short- and long-term automated storage solutions.

Common applications Biobanking, Pharma & Biopharma, Drug Discovery, ADME/DMPK, In Vitro Diagnostics

Featured Technologies

Hamilton Technology starts at the channel.

Pipetting Technology

  • DPS - Dynamic Positioning System

    For Efficient Movements

    DPS enables all channels to pipette simultaneously, even across non-uniform patterns. Unlike fixed channels with equidistant spreading, DPS offers efficient yet flexible liquid handling for cherry picking, non-uniform and variable volume samples, and complex pipetting workflows.

    Automated liquid handling system dispensing blue fluid into a row of glass test tubes via multi-channel pipette heads
  • CO-RE II Tip/Tool Attachment

    The Key to Liquid Handling Workflow Excellence

    The new CO-RE II technology assures more precise tip alignment, minimizing the risk of collisions. Also, tip coupling is faster which boosts productivity. Besides tips, a wide range of Hamilton tools are applicable with CO-RE II.

    Cross-section diagram and 3D render of CO-RE II tip and stop disk, highlighting metal coupler and sealing surface (red o-ring).
  • Aerosol-Free Tip Ejection

    To Prevent Cross-Contamination

    As part of CO-RE II technology’s functionality, pipette tips are gently ejected from each automated liquid handler pipetting channel. This prevents aerosol generation that may expose users to harmful biohazards or cross-contaminate samples and laboratory surfaces.

    Multi-channel pipette head with disposable tips positioned over a rack of sample tubes on an automated liquid handling platform
  • Transport Solutions
    CO-RE Gripper

    For Additional Movements

    Further streamline automated workflows with CO-RE Grippers. These agile grippers transform Hamilton's precision pipette channels into on-deck labware transport solutions on Hamilton automated liquid handlers.

  • Liquid Handling Technology
    LFC - Liquid Fractionation Control

    For Detecting Liquid Layers via Pressure Monitoring

    Pressure-based monitoring method to detect liquid interfaces in layered samples like centrifuged blood or liquid-liquid chemical extractions. LFC simultaneously and rapidly identifies, separates, and aliquots up to 16 samples into various labware targets. It includes full sample traceability.

  • Liquid Handling Technology
    MAD - Monitored Air Displacement

    For Unmatched Reliability

    MAD monitors the air displacement in each pipetting channel of a Hamilton automated liquid handler. During liquid aspiration steps, this non-contact technology immediately identifies clots, empty wells, or other aspiration issues. It also delivers a confirmation of successful aspiration in each pipetting channel of a Hamilton automated liquid handler.

  • Liquid Handling Technology
    TADM – Total Aspiration & Dispense Monitoring

    For Real-Time Pipetting Accuracy

    During aspirate and dispense steps, TADM monitors real-time pressure changes in each Hamilton liquid handler pipetting channel. Results are compared against expected values to expose anomalies like bubbles and insufficient volumes. Sample transfers are verified with a digital audit trail.

  • Liquid Handling Technology
    Dual Liquid Level Detection (LLD)

    For Accurate Aspirations

    Dual LLD uses two sensors on each liquid handling pipetting channel. A capacitance sensor detects aqueous and conductive liquid surfaces while a pressure-based sensor works with non-conductive, viscous, and volatile liquids. Together, they ensure highly accurate and reliable liquid handling performance.

  • Transport Solutions
    Plate Gripper

    For Flexible Integration

    Plate Grippers move labware to-and-from any position on the Hamilton automated liquid handling deck. For even greater hands-free efficiency and workflow integration, the Plate Grippers can transport plates to-and-from nearby off-deck devices (access location is platform-specific).

  • Accessories
    Autoload

    For Convenient Identification

    Uses a 1D barcode scanner to automatically identify and verify samples, carriers, and consumables such as tips, tubes, micro plates, and reagent troughs as they are placed onto the liquid handling deck. Optional 2D barcode reading is available, and results may be sent to any LIMS for documentation.

  • Liquid Handling Technology
    Anti-Droplet Control (ADC)

    For Drip-Free Pipetting

    Pressure sensors on Hamilton’s pipetting channels continuously detect variations. Any changes are immediately compensated for by dosing drive movements to prevent droplet formation. Essential for high-precision and accuracy when pipetting volatile liquids like ethanol and acetonitrile.

Whether targeting red blood cells directly or aliquoting multiple fractions, easyBlood can quickly and reliably isolate the fraction you need.

Sample traceability from start to finish, including before and after images of pipetted fractions, helps maximize sample integrity throughout the process.

 Improve recovery rates of buffy coats or PBMCs with the easyBlood STAR Line. 

  • Hamilton STARlet automated liquid handling workstation with pipetting arm, tip racks, microplates, and sample carrier on deck
  • Hamilton STARlet 2 automated liquid handling workstation, front view, with pipetting arm, tip racks, and microplates on deck
  • Hamilton STARlet automated liquid handler with pipetting arm, tip rack, microplate, and tube carrier on deck
  • Hamilton STARlet automated liquid handling workstation with dual pipetting arms, tip racks, microplate carriers, and reagent cooling module on deck
  • Hamilton STARlet automated liquid handling workstation with pipetting arm, microplate carriers, tip racks, and barcode scanner module on white background

Explore the easyBlood STAR Line

1

Imaging Channel

The high-resolution imaging channel enables precise blood fraction detection in up to 96 samples per run.
2

Microlab STAR

The Microlab STAR is central to the easyBlood STAR Line and uses advanced CO-RE II Technology to gently and effectively transfer blood fractions.
3

Dedicated Tube Carrier

The easyBlood STAR Line sample tube carrier is compatible with primary sample tubes ranging from 11 to 16 mm in diameter.
4

Image Analysis Software

Dedicated image recognition software provides precise and reproducible detection of plasma, buffy coat, and red blood cell layers.
5

Autoload and Barcode Scanner

1D/2D barcode scanner and autoload function support full sample traceability from start to finish, with all information sent to a connected LIMS.

easyBlood STAR Line Specifications

easyBlood STARlet Specifications

Print
Height
90.3 cm (2 ft, 11.55 in)
Width
1.12 m (3 ft, 8.09 in)
Depth
78.1 cm (2 ft, 6.75 in)

easyBlood STAR Specifications

Print
Height
90.3 cm (2 ft, 11.55 in)
Width
1.66 m (5 ft, 5.35 in)
Depth
78.1 cm (2 ft, 6.75 in)

easyBlood STAR Line Resources

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Services

Trust in Hamilton’s Field Service Engineers for high-quality automated liquid handler installation, preventative maintenance, and field repairs.

Backed by world-class service and support.

For over 75 years, the Hamilton name has been recognized globally for its unwavering commitment to quality. That pledge extends to creating long-term customer partnerships. We're proud to offer in-depth training courses, on-site field support, custom product builds, and so much more.

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