Automation reservoir microplate Clear Advantage™

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INTEGRA automation-friendly reagent reservoirs are microplate-format reservoirs designed for automated liquid handling systems (SBS footprint) such as VIAFLO 96, VIAFLO 384, MINI 96 and ASSIST PLUS. They combine a reusable automation-friendly base with disposable reservoir inserts and latching lids to save bench space and reagent while ensuring low dead volume and consistent pipetting performance.

Product types

• Clear Advantage™ inserts: 150 ml and 300 ml transparent virgin polystyrene inserts used with a reusable automation-friendly base featuring clear graduation markings.
• 12-column and 8-row inserts: new polypropylene and polystyrene variants for use with the INTEGRA automation-friendly base; both incorporate SUREFLO technology for minimal dead volume.
• Polypropylene reservoir blocks: 300 ml open-well, 12-column and 8-row formats offering improved chemical compatibility for demanding reagents.

Key features

• SBS microplate footprint: compatible with industry-standard microplate holders and automated workstations.
• Dual viewing windows: allow safe placement of pipette tips at the well bottom for 96-, 384- and single-column workflows without tip crash or air aspiration.
• SUREFLO Array / flat-bottom design: prevents tip seal-off and enables extremely low dead volume (less than 3 ml for the Clear Advantage flat-bottom design).
• Latching lid with gasket: lids latch to the base and include a gasket to prevent spillage during transport and reduce evaporation during short-term storage.
• Reusable base concept: retain the base and replace only inserts and lids to reduce consumable use and operational cost.
• Material options: 100% virgin polystyrene (Clear Advantage™) or polypropylene for enhanced chemical compatibility.
• Multiple configurations and capacities: 150 ml and 300 ml inserts, 12-column inserts (≈21 ml per well), 8-row inserts (≈32 ml per row), and a 300 ml open-well design with 96 pyramid-shaped indentations.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer / Brand: INTEGRA
• Automation footprint: SBS (microplate) format; compatible with VIAFLO 96, VIAFLO 384, MINI 96, ASSIST PLUS and similar automated workstations
• Available reservoir volumes: 150 ml and 300 ml (Clear Advantage™ inserts)
• Insert configurations: 12-column (≈21 ml per well), 8-row (≈32 ml per row), 300 ml open well with 96 pyramid indentations
• Materials: virgin polystyrene (transparent Clear Advantage™) and polypropylene (for improved chemical compatibility)
• Dead volume: less than 3 ml (Clear Advantage™ flat-bottom with SUREFLO Array)
• Lid: latching lid with gasket to prevent spillage and limit evaporation
• Packaging / kits: trial packs and bulk sterile options available
• Example part numbers: 150 ml polystyrene trial pack sterile – Part No. 6303; 150 ml polystyrene 8 bases non-sterile – Part No. 6301; 150 ml polystyrene lids sterile (25) – Part No. 6302; 150/300 ml compatible lids polystyrene (10) – Part No. 6304; 150 ml polystyrene 30 individually sealed sterile – Part No. 6317; 150 ml polystyrene 100 pack sterile – Part No. 6318; 150 ml polypropylene trial pack sterile – Part No. 6308.

Applications & compatibility

• Designed for automated dispensing, plate filling, reagent distribution and workflows requiring minimal dead volume.
• Compatible with common pipetting heads and microplate handlers using the SBS footprint.
• Material choices suit aqueous assays (polystyrene) and chemically demanding reagents (polypropylene).

Ordering information

• Choose insert material and configuration based on reagent compatibility and required capacity.
• Reusable base and disposable inserts/lids are sold separately or as combined kits for trial and bulk use.