Automated Screw Cap Decapper

The DeCapper is an easy-to-use device that provides automated decapping/capping of tubes with internal or external threads. Easily swap decapping heads to decap tubes in 24-, 48-, and 96-format tube racks, all on a single device.

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Features of the DeCapper

  • Easily swap decapping heads to decap tubes in 24-, 48-, and 96-format tube racks on a single device
  • Decap only tubes needed—all rows, selected rows or columns, or partial racks
  • Process tubes in portrait or landscape format within one device
  • Can be operated as a standalone device or integrated with a Microlab VANTAGE Liquid Handling System or third-party robotic arm
  • Built-in Secure Mode ensures an optimal seal during capping to eliminate cross threading
  • Minimize the time a tube is open using optional Row Loop Mode—only one row is processed at a time by holding caps after decapping and immediately recapping
automated tube capper

New Feature: 6-Channel Head

  • Enables use of 24-format tubes in addition to 48- and 96-format tubes
  • Decaps a wide variety of internally or externally threaded tubes and vials
  • Allows laboratories to work with tube volumes and types that are most appropriate for their specific needs

LabElite Resource Center

The Resource Center is your one-stop shop for learning more about our line of LabElite automated benchtop devices.

Here you can download the LabElite product brochure or view an informative infographic. You can also register for an upcoming webinar, dig through our comprehensive automated liquid handling guide, or download the "How Automation Puts a Cap on Laboratory Disruptions" eBook.

Specifications for the LabElite DeCapper

Dimensions (L x W x H)600 mm x 380 mm x 440 mm
(23.6 in x 15.0 in x 17.3 in)
Supported LabwareMicrotubes: 0.25 mL–1.4 mL

FluidX, Greiner, LVL, Matrix, Micronic, Nunc, and Nalgene*
Cryovials: 1 mL–10 mL**

FluidX, Greiner, LVL, Micronic, Nunc, Nalgene, and Oragene.DNA (600 Series)
Connection InterfaceEthernet for integration


*Others available upon request.

**Contact Hamilton for specific tube compatibility.

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