BioStack Microplate Stacker
The BioStack™ Microplate Stacker is the result of BioTek's years of experience in microplate automation. Through its compatibility with a range of detection and liquid handling systems, the BioStack offers life science laboratories increased throughput for a variety of applications in genomics, proteomics, drug discovery and clinical diagnostics. Speed, ease of use and walk away automation are guaranteed for any routine microplate process.
When used with the ELx405™ Microplate Washer, EL406™ Washer Dispenser, NanoQuot™ Nanoliter Dispenser, MicroFlo™ Select Dispenser or MicroFill™ Microplate Reagent Dispenser, the BioStack's small footprint fits easily in standard laboratory hoods and doesn't require a computer. As a batch processor for the PowerWave™ or Synergy™ Microplate Readers, the BioStack interfaces seamlessly with BioTek's Gen5™ Data Analysis Software. Up to two BioStacks can be integrated to the Precision™ Microplate Pipetting System< for unattended plate replication, bulk reagent dispensing or a number of other liquid handling operations. The BioStack Microplate Stacker is a simple and cost-effective solution for bench top automation of BioTek's microplate components.
- Automates routine laboratory procedures
- Adds stacking capability to BioTek's microplate instrumentation:
- 30 or 50 standard height microplates per interchangeable stack
- Simple to use for all laboratory personnel
- Restacking capability
- Variable microplate input
- Small footprint conserves precious benchtop space
- Universal design compatible with all supported BioTek instrumentation
- Designed for heavy use with aluminum precision-ground base
- Linear mechanisms built around proven BioTek technology
- Quiet operation with cams activated by stepper motors
- No moving parts to wear within motors
- Gripper incorporates rack and pinion drive for synchronistic movement
- Reliable transport with microplate gripped from below
- Onboard self diagnostics ensures trouble-free operation
BIOSTACK2
BioStack Microplate Stacker - Fixed Wrist: Supports 0° integrations. Includes 1 Instrument Integration Kit. Stacks sold separately.
BIOSTACK2WR
BioStack Microplate Stacker - Rotational Wrist: Supports 90° and 0° integration. Includes 1 Instrument Integration Kit. Stacks sold separately.
| General | |
| Microplate types | Standard and in profile 96-, 384- and 1536 well plates |
| Microplate orientation | Landscape and portrait |
| Microplate capacity | 30 or 50 Society for Biomolecular Screening (SBS) conforming, standard height 96-/384-well microplates; Removable and interchangeable storage stacks |
| De-lidding capability | No |
| Deep Well Microplates | No |
| Pipette Tip Racks | No |
| Compatible BioTek Instruments | ELx405, EL406, NanoQuot, MicroFlo Select, MicroFill, Precision, Synergy HT, PowerWave |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Power | Instrument powered by universal input (100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz) switching 24 VDC power supply |
| Weight | 24 lbs (10.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 18.5" D x 7" W x 23" H with ELx405, EL406, NanoQuot, MicroFlo Select or MicroFill with 30-microplate storage stacks (46.9 cm D x 17.8 cm W x 58.4 cm H) |
| Regulatory | |
| Regulatory | IVD (In Vitro Diagnostics) Directive. All BioTek microplate instrumentation is CE and NRTL Safety Agency marked. For details on approvals and standards compliance, please contact BioTek. |
Specifications are subject to change.
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BioStack Integration Kits | ||
| 7110004 | BioStack Integration Kit for Precision | |
| 7310009 | BioStack Integration Kit for Synergy HT  |
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| 7310010 | BioStack Integration Kit for ELx405 |
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| 7310011 | BioStack Integration Kit for PowerWave HT and PowerWave XS |
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| 7310012 | BioStack Integration Kit for MicroFill |
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| 7310019 | BioStack Integration Kit for Synergy 2, Synergy Mx and Synergy 4 |
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| 7310020 | BioStack Integration Kit for MicroFlo Select |
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| 7310027 | BioStack Integration Kit for EL406 |
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Miscellaneous | ||
| 7310008 | Set of 30-Microplate Storage Stacks |
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| 7310017 | Barcode Scanner Kit | |
| 7310023 | Set of 50-Microplate Storage Stacks |
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Product Qualification Packages | ||
| 7310530 | BioStack Qualification Package | |
