Simple Operation
● Easy-to-use system setup software without need of additional technical support
● Built-in automatic PCR/qPCR set-up protocols that support USB data transfer
Your Dependable Liquid Handling Partner
EzMate automated pipetting system series is ideal for routine low volume pipetting, and helps eliminate tedious pipetting and human error, which enables more precise and standardized results to improve productivity. With highly-customized adapters and application-oriented software, EzMate can satisfy the various needs of assays, including PCR/qPCR set up, sample normalization, NGS preparation, and reagent kit manufacturing methods.
● Easy-to-use system setup software without need of additional technical support
● Built-in automatic PCR/qPCR set-up protocols that support USB data transfer
● Single, 4- and 8-channel, 50µl or 200µl automated pipetting modules (APMs)
● 6 interchangeable standard microplate/tip rack adapters and 2 interchangeable reagent vessel adapters
● Active cooling and heating module (ACHM) options for sensitive samples/reagents
● UV lamp and HEPA filter meet the need of high-contamination assays
● Customized adapters support various types of labware
Excellent results for qPCR standard curve and replicates.
(Figure) A 10µl synthetic DNA sample is diluted in 30µl water at an 1:4 ratio. Roche® LightCycler® 480 real-time thermal cycler and Finnzyme DyNAmo® Flash SYBR® Green qPCR kit (F-415L) were used.
Better precision and pipetting results than manual pipetting.
(Figure) Target: Human GAPDH (top curve) was amplified in replicates of 4. 18µl (master-mix) and 2µl (cDNA) were pipetted into a 20µl reaction volume. Roche LightCycler 480 real-time thermal cycler and Invitrogen Platinum Taq DNA Polymerase were used.
Each Automated Pipetting Module (APM) is calibrated using ISO-8655 standards and its high performance shown as the figure.
A wide variety of liquid handling application support. We also offer customized solutions to suit your experiment need, contact us for further discussion.
Typical applications include
Model |
401 |
601 |
401s |
601s |
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4-position |
6-position |
4-position&UV/HEPA |
6-position&UV/HEPA |
Worktable Capacity |
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SBS Format Area |
2 ~ 3 |
2 ~ 5 |
2 ~ 3 |
2 ~ 5 |
Tip Rack Area |
1 ~ 2 |
1 ~ 4 |
1 ~ 2 |
1 ~ 4 |
Reagent Area |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
Function |
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Liquid (Sample / Reagent) Transfer (LT) |
V |
V |
V |
V |
Multiple Dispense (MD) |
V |
V |
V |
V |
Serial Dilution (SD) |
V |
V |
V |
V |
Hold (Pause) |
V |
V |
V |
V |
Mixing (MIX) |
V |
V |
V |
V |
Loop |
V |
V |
V |
V |
UV / HEPA |
N/A |
N/A |
V |
V |
Active Cooling / Heating Module (ACHM) |
N/A |
N/A |
Optional, up to 3 areas |
Optional, up to 3 areas |
Automated Pipetting Module |
Interchangeable 1 / 4 / 8-channel, Maximum volume 50μl / 200μl |
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Connection |
RS-232, USB 3.0 / 2.0 |
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Power Supply |
100~240V, 50 / 60 Hz, 100W |
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Size (W x D x H) |
590 x 450 x 470 mm |
740 x 450 x 470 mm |
660 x 450 x 490 mm |
810 x 450 x 490 mm |
Weight (N.W.) |
25 kg |
29 kg |
31 kg |
35 kg |
ACHM Control Box Size (W x D x H) |
N/A |
N/A |
240 x 300 x 230 mm |
240 x 300 x 230 mm |
ACHM Control Box Weight (N.W.) |
N/A |
N/A |
2 kg |
2 kg |
Under Liquid Level is the default setting. When APM aspirates or dispenses, the point of the tip is 1~2mm under the level of the liquid surface.
The tips will move to a position about 1~2mm above the bottom of the labware when aspirating or dispensing.
The tips will move to the top position of the labware (except for the 384-well microplate) when the APM dispenses.
The “Reverse pipetting” function is used to ensure enough liquid is loaded if it is viscous, or after a Multi-Dispense (MD) command. There might not be enough liquid at the last dispense when you use MD command to transfer the liquid. So, it is recommended that "Reverse pipetting" be used to ensure the aspiration of more liquid to increase the accuracy of the last dispense.
After the APM dispenses the set volume of liquid, "Blow-Out" will dispense a little air. This “Blow-Out” function is used to ensure there will be no liquid remaining inside the tip after dispensing. A small amount can be left in the tip especially if the liquid is viscous. In such a situation "Blow-Out" should be used to push the last of the liquid out of the tip.
After APM has aspirated the liquid, “Air Gap” will aspirate a little air which will form an air gap in the tip. This “Air Gap” function is used to ensure the liquid will not drip when the APM does a liquid transfer. For example, an alcoholic liquid could easily drip and evaporate. A little air in the tip below the liquid can help to prevent this.
When using the Multi-Dispense (MD) command, the first and last dispense volume is always less accurate, due to the mechanical characteristics of the motor. For applications that require high accuracy, we recommend the selection of “Loading First Dispense to Source”, “Discard Last Dispense Back to Used Tip Tray” and “Loading Last Dispense Back to Source” in Advanced Setting.
400 commands.
Yes, EzStarter can import protocols as .csv/.txt format files. Users can set up LT (liquid transfer) and MD (multi-dispense) commands in this import protocol. Please contact us for detailed information.
- APM calibration needs to be done once a year.
- the X, Y, Z Rails and the APM driving rod need to be lubricated once a year.
- the UV lamp needs to be replaced every two years.
- the HEPA filter needs to be replaced every year or after 1,000 hours of use.