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Product Overview
In modern life science research, molecular diagnostics, and biopharmaceutical screening, liquid handling throughput and pipetting consistency directly determine experimental reproducibility. The YA50-5 Automated Liquid Handling Workstation addresses the bottleneck of manual multichannel pipetting by delivering automated, synchronized 96-channel liquid transfer across a calibrated volume range of 2~50 μL.
Built upon an XYZ robotic gantry with 5 SBS-format deck positions, the YA50-5 integrates automated plate movements, precise piston actuation, and external wireless tablet operation. By automating repetitive tasks such as reagent dispensing, serial dilution, and PCR master mix setup, laboratories minimize human error, reduce repetitive strain fatigue, and eliminate well-to-well variance across high-density microplates.
The instrument meets the rigorous performance specifications of GBT 41812-2022 General Principles for Performance Testing of Automated Pipetting Workstations and JJG 646-2006 Pipettes, ensuring verified transfer fidelity across molecular, cellular, and diagnostic applications.
Key Features
- Workflow Precision & Integrity: Synchronous 96-channel pipetting ensures identical reaction initiation times across all microplate wells, vital for time-sensitive enzymatic assays and kinetic screening.
- Aseptic & Containment Compatibility: Compact footprint (718mm × 350mm × 580mm) allows the workstation to sit inside Class II biosafety cabinets or laminar flow hoods, controlled entirely wirelessly via an 11-inch tablet from outside the enclosure to prevent sample contamination.
- Multi-Protocol Flexibility: Seamlessly executes complex pipetting methods including plate-to-plate replication, 96-to-384 well plate reformatting, gradient serial dilutions, and reverse pipetting for viscous buffers.
- Liquid Class Optimization: Multi-stage speed settings for tray movement and tip aspirate/dispense rates allow operators to tailor liquid handling dynamics to challenging liquids such as glycerol, detergent buffers, and volatile solvents.
- Open Consumable Economy: Engineered for use with standard universal pipette tips, avoiding costly closed-cartridge systems and keeping ongoing operational expenses low.
- SBS Deck Capacity: Provides 5 standard SBS positions allowing flexible staging of microplates, deep-well blocks, wash reservoirs, and tip racks within a single automated run.
Applications
The YA50-5 workstation streamlines complex pipetting protocols across critical experimental workflows:
- PCR & qPCR Setup: High-throughput distribution of master mix, primers, probes, and template DNA/RNA into 96-well and 384-well plates with minimal dead volume.
- Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Library Prep: Enzymatic fragmentation setup, adapter ligation reaction assembly, magnetic bead-based cleanups, and library normalization.
- In Vitro RNA Transcription: Standardized pipetting of sensitive enzyme mixes and ribonucleotides under strict contamination-controlled environments.
- Cell Culture & Drug Treatment: Automated medium refreshment, compound addition, and serial concentration dilution across cell-based screening plates.
- ELISA & Immunoassays: Uniform microplate washing prep, blocking agent distribution, sample aliquoting, and enzyme-substrate addition.
- Sample Reformatting: High-speed 96-to-384 well plate conversions and automated library duplication for long-term biobanking.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Remarks / Test Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Pipetting Principle | Air Displacement | High-precision air-cushion volumetric piston system |
| Number of Channels | 96 Channels | Fixed 96-nozzle pipetting head |
| Number of Plate Positions | 5 SBS Plate Positions | Accommodates standard SBS 96/384-well plates & reservoirs |
| Pipetting Volume Range | 2~50 μL | Calibrated operating range |
| Pipetting Accuracy | ≤4% @5μL; ≤2% @25μL; ≤1.5% @50μL | Complies with GBT 41812-2022 performance test specifications |
| Pipetting Precision (CV) | ≤2% @5μL; ≤1% @25μL; ≤0.8% @50μL | Metering performance satisfies JJG 646-2006 metrological requirements |
| Operating System & Display | 11-inch Android Tablet | Graphical touch interface with protocol management |
| Communication Interfaces | Bluetooth & USB Type-C | Supports PD protocol, simultaneous communication and charging |
| Power Supply | 180~264VAC, 47~63Hz, 220W | Standard AC mains input |
| Instrument Dimensions (W×D×H) | 718mm × 350mm × 580mm | Benchtop footprint optimized for hood integration |
| Net Weight | 26.9kg | Main instrument unit net weight |
Related Models
For workflow planning and deck capacity matching, review the specifications of all 8 models across the 50 μL and 200 μL series:
| Model | Channels | Pipetting Range | Plate Positions | Dimensions (W×D×H) | Net Weight | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YA50-3 | 96 | 2~50 μL | 3 Plates | 442mm × 350mm × 580mm | 25.5kg | $6,700 |
| YA50-4 | 96 | 2~50 μL | 4 Plates | 580mm × 350mm × 580mm | 26.2kg | $7,500 |
| YA50-5 (Current Model) | 96 | 2~50 μL | 5 Plates | 718mm × 350mm × 580mm | 26.9kg | $8,200 |
| YA50-6 | 96 | 2~50 μL | 6 Plates | 855mm × 350mm × 580mm | 27.6kg | $8,900 |
| YA200-3 | 96 | 5~200 μL | 3 Plates | 442mm × 350mm × 580mm | 25.9kg | $9,700 |
| YA200-4 | 96 | 5~200 μL | 4 Plates | 580mm × 350mm × 580mm | 26.6kg | $10,000 |
| YA200-5 | 96 | 5~200 μL | 5 Plates | 718mm × 350mm × 580mm | 27.3kg | $11,000 |
| YA200-6 | 96 | 5~200 μL | 6 Plates | 855mm × 350mm × 580mm | 28.0kg | $12,000 |
Product Enquiries
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Email: Arthur@hmdzkj.cn
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