BECKMAN BIOMEK I5 STATIC SMOOTH DRUM ROLLER

Technical Description

The Beckman Biomek i5 Static Smooth Drum Roller is a precision liquid handling workstation designed for medium- to high-throughput laboratory workflows. It features 25 deck positions, including 17 single 1x1 and 2 triple 1x3 positions, supporting complex sample processing and flexible labware configurations. The system enables maximum volume transfers up to 1000 µL, using an 8-syringe pump assembly that facilitates accurate pipetting across a volume range of 0.5 µL to 1000 µL with multichannel heads or up to 5000 µL with Span-8 pipetting. It is controlled via advanced Biomek control software running on a Windows 10 platform, ensuring user-friendly operation, scheduling, and workflow automation. The instrument measures 44.1 inches wide by 32 inches deep and 41 inches high, weighing approximately 341 lbs, with power requirements of 10 A at 100-240 VAC and 50/60 Hz. Its ergonomic design integrates a static smooth drum roller mechanism to enhance operational precision and sample integrity. The robust aluminum chassis and ABS cover offer durability, while automated deck framing, liquid-level sensing, and an intelligent gripper system enhance accuracy and process reliability. This configuration supports customizable workflow additions such as shaking, cooling, heated positions, tip loading, and integrated barcode reading, making it adaptable to a variety of genomic, proteomic, drug discovery, and basic research applications. The system is optimized for dependability and walk-away time, minimizing manual intervention while maximizing throughput efficiency.