K-pette
The K-pette liquid handling instrument from LGC, Biosearch Technologies utilises an Apricot Designs system modified to enable efficient and accurate replication of microplates in a high-throughput laboratory. Utilised in conjunction with our unique plate adaptor designs, the K-pette system allows accurate replication of plates at the same or different densities efficiently and accurately. It includes a 384-channel pipetting head that is designed to function as either a 96- or 384-pipettor, and it supports a volume range from 1 to 125 µL with CV of less than 5%. The unit is easily controlled through a removable handheld touch screen interface.
Plate adaptors that enable reformatting of replicate plates are also included as indicated below:
- 96 to 96
- 96 to 384
- 96 to 1536
- 384 to 384
- 384 to 1536
Further cost and efficiency savings are available through the addition of a semi-automated wash station to regenerate the disposable tips used, generating significant savings.