BIOSPOT® ARC
Compact platform
Entry to automation
Small footprint design
PIPEJET® & SIJET
Nano & picoliter precision
Drop-on-demand dispensing
Visual quality control
TOPVIEW & SMARTDROP®
Real-time verification
Start testing with precision
BIOSPOT® ARC gives scientists a precise, automation-ready platform to explore miniaturized protocols and validate assays using nanoliter and picoliter liquid dispensing, without needing custom integration or coding.
BIOSPOT ARC
Modular and compact for flexible formats
BIOSPOT ARC is a compact three-axis gantry system designed for ultra-low volume dispensing using up to two PIPEJET® and/or SIJET channels. It enables non-contact drop-on-demand dispensing from 150 pL to 70 nL with the precision of advanced liquid handling platforms. The system features an addressable area of 190 × 130 mm, accommodating up to two microplates or a combination of substrates such as chips, membranes, or glass slides—ideal for diverse applications in diagnostics, life sciences, and pharma.
Reproducibility across assay formats
BIOSPOT ARC supports accurate reagent placement for diagnostic chip production, lateral flow assays, and biosensor development. Its reliable droplet control ensures test-to-test consistency, helping researchers and developers reduce variability and improve data quality in assay miniaturization and device fabrication.
User-friendly setup with scalable control
With modular components, simplified hardware integration, and intuitive BFX Control Software, BIOSPOT ARC helps labs quickly develop, test, and scale liquid handling protocols. Its plug-and-play architecture is ideal for users adopting PIPEJET® or SIJET technology and looking to explore automated workflows without custom gantry programming.
Common applications Manufacturing, Point of Care Tests, Microneedle Coating
Featured Technologies
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Ultra-Low VolumePIPEJET®
PIPEJET® non-contact nanoliter dispensing technology
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Ultra-Low VolumeSIJET
SIJET® non-contact picoliter dispensing
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Ultra-Low VolumeSMARTDROP®
For automated volume calibration
BIOSPOT ARC delivers precise ultra-low volume dispensing in a compact, modular platform, ideal for R&D, diagnostics, and early assay development.
The 190 × 125 mm deck supports up to two microplates or mixed substrates, enabling flexible testing across formats like slides, chips, and membranes.
TOPVIEW ensures precise targeting, while SMARTDROP® verifies droplet volume in real time for reliable, reproducible results in assays and diagnostics.
Ideal for labs evaluating miniaturized workflows. Start small with benchtop testing and scale confidently to BIOSPOT® DX or fully integrated platforms.
Customizable Entry-Level Platform
BIOSPOT ARC is a compact, configurable platform designed for scientists who want to test or optimize protocols using PIPEJET® or SIJET dispensing technologies, without the complexity of coding or gantry integration. Whether you're validating an assay, evaluating dispensing behavior, or transitioning toward full automation, the system’s modular design and BFX Control Software help you get results faster, with less complexity at every step.
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Dual-Channel Non-Contact Dispensing
Install one or two non-contact dispensing channels (PIPEJET® or SIJET) for precision drop-on-demand liquid handling in the nano- and picoliter range. Modular mounts allow flexible configuration for your application needs.
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Droplet Volume Verification
The SMARTDROP® optical system automatically calibrates and verifies droplet size in real time, ensuring volume consistency across test runs.
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Substrate Visualization
TOPVIEW provides a live view of the substrate for visual targeting, fiducial alignment, and point-and-click dispensing setup.
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Configurable Deck Layout
The 190 × 130 mm deck supports up to two microplates or a mix of diagnostic chips, slides, or membranes.
BIOSPOT® ARC Specifications
BIOSPOT® ARC Specifications
PrintSystem Dimensions
- Height
- 23.3 cm (9.17 in)
- Width
- 41.8 cm (1 ft, 4.46 in)
- Depth
- 67.1 cm (2 ft, 2.42 in)
Dispensing Configuration
- PIPEJET
- up to 2
- SIJET
- up to 2
- VALVEJET
- n/a
- Maximum Supported Configuration
- 2
- Channel Spacing
- Customizable
Deck Configuration & Capacity
- Capacity (ANSI/SLAS Plates)
- 2
- Addressable Area
- 190 × 125 mm
- Aspiration from Source Plate 1
- n/a
Process Control
- SMARTDROP
- Optional
- TOPVIEW
- Optional
- Ionizer
- n/a
Positional Accuracy & Movement
- Absolute Positioning Accuracy
- 200 µm
- Precision / Step Width
- 20 µm
- Axis Speed
- X/Y: 120 mm/s ; Z: 30 mm/s
Control & Software Environment
- Computer
- User-provided
- Software
- BFX Control
1 Aspiration from source plate; also supports dispensing pipe cleaning when enabled.
BIOSPOT® ARC 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.
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