Microlab STAR V
Liquid Handling Extends Assay Workflow Potential
With the Microlab STAR V, wide assay choice and high throughput are well within arm’s reach.
A liquid handler born from the best
Microlab STAR V combines the flexibility of our STAR liquid handler with the high throughput performance of our VANTAGE liquid handling robot. The Microlab STAR V uses exclusive CO-RE II Technology (Compressed O-Ring Expansion Technology) and high-powered MagPip pipetting channels for fast, precise, and efficient performance time after time.
Beyond automated liquid handling
The Microlab STAR V offers additional core features to expand device integration. In turn, these aspects help to improve efficiency and consistency in workflow steps from sample preparation to analysis.
- Large deck with plenty of room to add your preferred devices
- Multi-use, agile arm to move samples around the deck and even reach off-deck tools
VENUS Software
Saving time and reaching high throughput are within your grasp as everything is controlled through our approachable VENUS Software.
Common applications Genomics, Nucleic Acid Extraction, Nucleic Acid Quantification & Normalization, PCR Set-Up, NGS Library Prep
Hamilton Innovation Starts at the Channel
Pipetting Technology
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MagPip
Precision liquid handling. Maximum efficiency.
The tubular linear drive inside our MagPip channels can accelerate at speeds that enable precise and ultra fast pipetting down to 350nL.
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Fluid Motion Technology
More Workspace. More Performance. More Value.
Innovative drive system enhances the utilization of deck space, enabling researchers to automate more scientific experiments seamlessly within a single unit, ultimately saving valuable lab space.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Liquid Handling TechnologyMAD - 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.
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Liquid Handling TechnologyTADM – 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.
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Liquid Handling TechnologyAnti-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.
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Liquid Handling TechnologyDual 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.
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Liquid Handling TechnologyLFC - 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.
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AccessoriesAutoload
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.
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Transport SolutionsCO-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.
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Transport SolutionsPlate 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).
With 80 SBS standard deck positions and 270 degree access with the multi-use arm, integrate any Hamilton or third-party devices needed to power your workflows.
A robotic arm with compound movements and cutting-edge MagPip pipetting mechanics propel your assay processing speeds into overdrive.
The fully enclosed workspace, ample illumination, and sleek at-a-glance status indicators keep you safe and informed.
